Abdurrahman Mohammed Issa | FM & Landscape Expert
Abdurrahman Mohammed Issa

Abdurrahman Mohammed Issa

Facility Management & Landscape Projects Expert

Environmental Engineer | Certified Facility Manager (CFM) | LEED & ISO41001
18+ Years in FM & Landscaping
Jordan, KSA & UAE

Executive Summary

A background in environmental engineering and over 18 years of experience in facility management & landscape projects. Passionate about sustainability, maintenance 4.0, and occupational safety, driving innovation in every project.

Certifications & Memberships

  • CFM - Certified Facility Manager (IFMA)
  • ISO 41001 & Facility 4.0 Management
  • LEED Green Associate
  • Member of IFMA & Jordanian Agriculture Engineers Association

Key Projects

  • KSA: ITHRA, KAUST, Royal Palaces, Boulevard Riyadh, ARAM, Masharef Hills
  • UAE: International City, Palace of H.H Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed

Professional Experience

Freelancer Trainer

Facility Management, Landscaping, Irrigation, Sustainability
Mar 2024 - Present

Conducting workshops and courses in cooperation with the Dubai Municipality, Jordanian Engineering Association (JEA), and Jordanian Agriculture Engineers Association on topics ranging from smart irrigation (IoT & AI) to infrastructure technologies.

Regional Facilities Manager

Khobar, KSA
Sep 2022 - Feb 2023

Developed facility budgets, managed maintenance/renovation projects, implemented safety policies, and coordinated with external vendors to ensure effective risk and asset management.

General Manager

Jeddah, KSA
Sep 2021 - Sep 2022

Established a landscape department, oversaw daily operations, designed growth strategies, managed budgets, and directed major projects like ARAM Phase 2 (MASHAREF 2 - Parks) and MASHAREF Hills.

Soft Service Manager

Khobar, KSA
Apr 2018 - Sep 2021

Managed janitorial & landscape operations for the ITHRA project (Client: ARAMCO). Developed landscaping standards, created budgets, and ensured compliance with local regulations and PPM.

Projects Manager

Riyadh, KSA
Jun 2016 - Apr 2018

Oversaw project resources, budgets, and operational progress for high-profile projects including Boulevard Riyadh and private palaces, ensuring customer satisfaction and safety.

Landscape Manager

Jeddah, KSA
Mar 2009 - Jun 2016

Managed landscape operations and maintenance for KAUST and Royal Palaces. Implemented a 5-year water conservation plan focusing on native vegetation and sustainability.

Landscape Manager

Dubai, UAE
Jan 2007 - Nov 2008

Managed landscaping and irrigation contracts for International City and Palace of H.H Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed. Handled cost estimation, shop drawings, and technical operations.

HSE Manager

Amman, Jordan
Jul 2006 - Nov 2007

Supervised hygiene standards, trained staff on occupational safety issues, and monitored safety compliance.