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About Ahmed Taia

I’m Ahmed Taia, a Real Estate Development Strategist/Management with Land Use Consultant helping landowners across Saudi Arabia unlock and develop high-performing, sustainable assets.

My work revolves around one core question:

“What is the most economically viable and sustainable project to develop on this land — today and in the future?”

Whether it’s a high-rise residential building in Eastern Province, a logistics park on the outskirts of Riyadh, or a resort-style development in a coastal zone, I provide my clients with precise, actionable recommendations — supported by feasibility studies, financial projections, and market demand analysis.

I have had the privilege of advising private investors, development companies, and investment funds. With deep experience from firms like Elevate Holding and Tatweer UK, I bring both a regional and global perspective to every project.

My value lies in bridging the gap between vision and viability — ensuring that land isn’t just developed but optimized for long-term success.

My mission is simple:

To help landowners and investors unlock the full value of their land — and convert it into profitable, long-term assets.
From early-stage feasibility to final sales handover, I guide clients through the entire development cycle, including:

  • Land & market analysis: Highest and best use, economic viability, competitive positioning.
  • Design process management: Bridging vision with technical and regulatory realities.
  • Development management: Planning, coordination, and stakeholder alignment.
  • Construction oversight: Ensuring quality, efficiency, and cost control.
  • Marketing & sales strategy: Launching the right product to the right audience at the right time.

I specialize in:

  • End-to-end real estate development delivery.
  • Unlocking ROI through strategic development planning.

Whether it’s raw land in Riyadh, underutilized plots in Jeddah, or large-scale mixed-use projects across the Gulf and UK, I offer a clear path from land to legacy.
Every parcel has untapped potential. I help you unlock it — with precision, purpose, and profit in mind.
I’m Ahmed Taia, a Senior Real Estate Advisor and Land Strategy Consultant specializing in helping landowners across Saudi Arabia evaluate, position, and develop their assets into profitable real estate ventures.

Past Experiences:

Total No. of Projects with past Experiences: 30 Projects

Al Oula
Al Oula Real Estate Development Company
Al Oula is a real estate development company jointly formed by Al-Muhaidib Group and Al-Fozan Group. As a master developer, its portfolio included mega projects in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Egypt.

Projects & Achievements:

  • Al Oula Industrial Park – a 9.6m sqm industrial park in Al Dammam.
  • Industrial Park – a 2.0m sqm industrial park in Egypt.
  • Diplomatic Quarter – a 3.6m sqm mixed use development in Egypt.
  • Business Park District (Bawabat Al Sharq) – a 1.7m sqm business park in Al Dammam.
  • Palm Hills Community– a 190,000 sqm residential project in Al Khobar.
  • Residential Communities – a 750,000 sqm masterplanned residential project in Al Khobar.
SMOU
Sumou Real Estate Development Company
Sumou Real Estate Development Company was formed in 2008 and is headquartered in Al Khobar. Its portfolio of real estate projects spread across the major cities of Saudi Arabia.

Projects & Achievements:

  • Dhahiat Sumou – (1,600,000 m²) urban community in Makkah.
  • Telal Makkah – (1,000,000 m²) land development project in Makkah.
  • Telal Sumou Residential Project – (700,000 m²): residential project in Al-Khobar.
  • Sumou Avenue Business District – (333,000 m²) business district in Dammam.
  • Al-Jouri & Remass – 2 Ministry of Housing projects in Riyadh and Jeddah.
  • Al-Joudy Residential buildings – (190,000 m²) residential project in Al Khobar.
  • Business Oasis – (300,000 m²) business park project in Dammam.
  • The Resort – (200,000 m²) beachfront resort project in Khobar.
Knowledge Economic City
Knowledge Economic City
Knowledge Economic City (‘KEC’) is a Saudi publicly listed company. Established in 2008, its main business activity is to develop a mega, mixed-use site in the Holy city of Madinah.

Projects & Achievements:

  • Dar Al-Jewar (Phase Two) Gated Communities – 250 Villas.
  • Manazel Al-Jewar Residential Communities.
  • The Souks – a retail themed development reviving the heritage of shopping and entertainment of the old Madinah.
Rafal
RAFAL Real Estate Company
Headquartered in Al Riyadh, RAFAL Real Estate Co. was formed in late 2007, with the objective of developing distinguished communities providing a unique lifestyle, offering both clients and investors a real opportunity to live and invest. RAFAL is owned by leading business groups in KSA, namely, Lafana, A. K. Al Muhaidib & Sons Group and Arabian Tawazon for Commercial Investment Ltd., KSA.

Projects & Achievements:

  • AL REMAL Project (1,000,000 m²): community in Riyadh.
Masheid
Masheid Real Estate Development Company
Masheid Real Estate Development Company is the principal development and investment arm of the Saudi binLadin Group. Its focus is to evaluate and execute new real estate projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to capitalize on the vast land bank and construction capabilities of the Group.

Projects & Achievements:

  • Al-Kidwa and the Jabal Dhuhadma Projects in Makkah.
  • Successfully managed the process of obtaining approvals from the MOH on mega housing projects in Jeddah and Makkah.
Public Investment Fund
RUAA
Public Investment Fund
Rua Al Madinah Holding Company (RAM-H)
Public Investment Fund (PIF) is a global and domestic investor. As one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds, PIF is a key driver of Saudi Vision 2030, with HRH Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al-Saud as Chairman.
Rua Al Madinah Holding Company (RAM-H), established in December 2016, is a single-shareholder Saudi closed joint-stock company, governed by the laws of the Ministry of Commerce of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and fully owned by the Public Investment Fund (“PIF”), Saudi Arabia’s major sovereign fund.

Projects & Achievements:

  • RAM Project (1,500,000 m²) Hospitality in Madinah.
  • DAR/AL BUSTAN Project (1,600,000 m²) Mix-Use in Madinah.
  • RUA Sale Center.
  • RUA HQ Offices.
  • UHD development.
  • IOC Building (Integrated Operations Center).
  • C3 & Dar Al Hejra Package 2 Renovation.