Construction Business Review

Specialized MEP
Empowering Progress within Innovative MEP Construction Solutions

Yazan Demashkieh, Managing Partner, Specialized MEPYazan Demashkieh, Managing Partner
Specialized Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (SMEP) represents a unique combination of heritage and innovation in the construction industry. It began as a distinct division under the renowned Construction & Planning (C&P) in Saudi Arabia, having evolved into an autonomous entity in 2022. Despite its brief tenure as an independent firm, SMEP inherits two decades of expertise and market acumen from its parent company, which is a front-runner in the country’s general contracting sector.

The symbiotic relationship between SMEP and C&P has enabled the former to make an immediate impact upon its market entry. This strategic alliance provides clients with the dual advantage of a stable, experienced backbone and a nimble, forward-thinking approach that challenge the industry’s traditional paradigms.

This partnership started when the Saudi Arabian construction sector experienced unprecedented growth, partly fueled by Vision 2030, the kingdom’s ambitious development roadmap. While this surge presents significant opportunities, it also brings unique challenges, particularly in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) contracting.

To address the shortage of MEP contractors, SMEP offers turnkey solutions to seamlessly manage all construction processes. Clients have the option to access services that range from design and value engineering to project execution and facility management. It is currently in the planning stage to introduce post-completion facility management services.

“As a local Saudi company, we’re well-positioned to fill the widening industry gaps, thereby capitalizing on the market dynamics,” states Yazan Demashkieh, Managing Partner at Specialized MEP.

While headquartered in Riyadh, SMEP has projects across the kingdom, actively aligning itself with the country’s Vision 2030 growth and transformation objectives. Its standout features include building information modeling (BIM) team and value engineering MEP services that go beyond what traditional Saudi contractors offer. The team includes over 30 full-time engineers based in Egypt to ensure the highest quality in Revit and RD modeling projects.

Notably, SMEP has identified a new growth area—data center construction—and is currently undertaking two significant projects in this domain. It simultaneously works on several projects, including commercial centers and malls, offering turnkey solutions for medium- to low-voltage, low-current, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. SMEP also prides itself on its office fit-out expertise, positioning it as a market leader for office design and construction. From large-scale design builds to highly specialized projects for data centers and district cooling plants, it addresses diverse contracts across the hospitality, healthcare, industrial, educational, commercial, and residential sectors within the MEP space.

As a local Saudi company, we’re well-positioned to fill the widening industry gaps, thereby capitalizing on the market dynamics

To support this customer-centricity, SMEP hires employees from various disciplines to effectively meet the ongoing challenges and demands of new tenders in the pipeline. It has dedicated departments with specific roles, including in-house engineering, HR, accounting, and cost control teams, who play an integral part in its services. The firm’s procurement, construction, quality assurance and quality control, as well as health and safety departments ensure every project complies with industry standards while maintaining the highest employee care procedures and protocols.

“We’re not just fulfilling market demands; we’re shaping the future of the industry,” says Yazan.

In the kingdom’s booming construction market, challenges can be transformed into opportunities with the right positioning, service offerings, and a dedicated team like SMEP’s. It intends to become a one-stop shop for turnkey MEP solutions, ensuring that every project is executed with professionalism, quality, and safety.