AECOM has announced Mario Pishiri to lead its Buildings and Places business in the Middle East And Africa. Based in Dubai, he will be responsible for growing the firm’s business across and region, while focusing on the successful delivery of major projects. He will also be tasked with expanding the company’s portfolio of work.

According to a statement from the firm, Pishiri has over 37 years of experience in the built environment sector. He has worked in the UK, Africa, the Far East and the Middle East, where he has spent most of the past 30 years.

“Mario takes on a critical role as we look to grow our buildings and places business in the region. He brings extensive experience of working in both Africa and the Middle East and a strong project delivery focus to our clients in the region,” said Hamed Zaghw, chief executive – Middle East and Africa at AECOM.

Commenting on his appointment, Mario added, “With a wide range of clients and projects, I am excited to be joining AECOM as we look to grow in both the Middle East and Africa. I look forward to leading the Buildings and Places business, as we continue to deliver exciting projects for our clients in the region.”

Mario is a Chartered Engineer, a Fellow of the Institution of Civil Engineers and a Member of the Association of Project Managers. He joins AECOM from Arcadis, where he was MD of the United Arab Emirates business.