Apr 12, 2026

DAR Engineering Appoints Basil Alhakami as Chief Executive Officer

DAR International for Engineering Consultancy (DAR Engineering) has announced the appointment of Mr. Basil Alhakami as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking an important milestone in the company’s continued evolution and growth.

Mr. Alhakami brings with him extensive leadership experience across the engineering, infrastructure, and project delivery sectors, with a proven ability to guide organizations through periods of transformation, scale, and increasing market complexity. His career reflects a strong combination of strategic insight, operational excellence, and deep understanding of large, multidisciplinary engineering environments.

Throughout his professional journey, Mr. Alhakami has been recognized for building high‑performing teams, strengthening governance and execution frameworks, and aligning technical excellence with commercial and strategic objectives. His experience spans working with diverse stakeholders, managing complex portfolios, and leading organizations operating at both national and international levels.

As CEO, Mr. Alhakami is expected to play a central role in shaping DAR Engineering’s next chapter, reinforcing its position as a trusted engineering consultancy in Saudi Arabia while supporting its broader international ambitions. His leadership will focus on enhancing organizational capability, advancing service excellence, and ensuring that innovation, quality, and sustainability remain at the core of the company’s operations.

With Saudi Arabia undergoing unprecedented development across infrastructure, urban development, energy, and industry, Mr. Alhakami’s appointment comes at a time of significant opportunity. His deep familiarity with the regional market, combined with a global outlook, positions him to help DAR Engineering contribute meaningfully to the Kingdom’s development priorities while strengthening its presence across international markets.

Commenting on his appointment, Mr. Alhakami expressed his enthusiasm for joining the organization and building on its strong foundations. He emphasized the importance of collaboration, people development, and disciplined execution in driving long‑term success and delivering value to clients and partners.

DAR Engineering looks forward to the leadership and direction Mr. Alhakami will bring, as the company continues to expand its capabilities, deepen client relationships, and deliver impactful engineering solutions in Saudi Arabia and beyond