International engineering consultancy Walter P Moore has taken a significant step in its global expansion strategy by establishing a new office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This strategic move, announced on November 11, 2025, substantially strengthens the firm's footprint in the Middle East and underscores its commitment to supporting the region's ambitious development agenda.
Strategic Leadership for Regional Growth
The new Riyadh office will be spearheaded by two seasoned professionals with deep regional expertise. Ismat Abulhamayel assumes the role of General Manager, bringing over 30 years of experience in managing complex projects across sectors including airports, infrastructure, buildings, and oil and gas.
His distinguished portfolio includes leadership roles on major initiatives for Red Sea International and Saudi Aramco, encompassing airport developments, large-scale housing projects, refinery upgrades, and contributions to the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology.
Working alongside him is Tarek Ayoubi, who serves as Director of Structural Engineering. This leadership team combines profound technical knowledge with an extensive local network, positioning the office as a central hub for Walter P Moore's operations throughout Saudi Arabia and the wider region.
A Commitment to Transformative Projects
According to Dilip Choudhuri, President and CEO of Walter P Moore, the Riyadh office is a testament to the firm's dedication to shaping landmark projects. The office will provide expert engineering services for a diverse range of sectors, from aviation and sports to healthcare and entertainment.
Blair Hanuschak, Managing Principal and Executive Director of the firm's Structures Group, emphasized the value this new location brings to clients. He noted that the seasoned leadership and technical depth of the Riyadh team ensure that every project benefits from world-class engineering solutions that are finely attuned to the local landscape and requirements.
Enhancing Global Service Capabilities
With this expansion, Walter P Moore continues to build on its legacy of solving complex structural and infrastructure challenges worldwide. The firm, which was founded in 1931, now employs over 1,000 professionals across 27 offices in the United States and nine international locations.
The Riyadh office will offer a comprehensive suite of services, including structural engineering, enclosure engineering, secure design, construction engineering, parking consulting, diagnostics, civil engineering, water resources, and traffic engineering.
This expansion not only broadens Walter P Moore's global reach but also solidifies its role as a key partner in the development and engineering of the next generation of transformative projects in the Middle East.
