Ziad Naamani

Senior commercial and business development professional with over 15 years of international experience leading contract negotiation, risk management, and claims strategy across major infrastructure and energy developments. Adept at managing complex EPC and PMC contracts, advising executive leadership, and safeguarding company interests in high-value, multi-stakeholder environments. Proven success in both mature and emerging markets, including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Iraq, Sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and the United States.

Currently serving as Business Development Manager for Bechtel’s public infrastructure business in Saudi Arabia and the broader MENA region. Leads commercial strategy and positioning on megaproject pursuits, working closely with government stakeholders to shape procurement frameworks, align delivery models, and negotiate early-stage agreements. Previously led the commercial management of Bechtel’s PMC contract for NEOM’s Trojena development, a transformative destination.

With a foundation in finance and engineering, and credentials from Columbia (MBA) and Cornell (B.Sc.), he brings strategic insight and commercial discipline to every engagement. He has advised client executives and board-level stakeholders, contributed to thought leadership initiatives, and served in advisory roles across technology and education sectors. His focus remains on delivering commercially sound, execution-ready projects that align contractual clarity with strategic success.