Gensler appoints new Co-Managing Director
Gensler commits in delivering projects that addresses the diverse needs of Middle Eastern clients and create spaces across the region
Gensler has announced the appointment of Tariq Shaikh as Co-Managing Director for its Middle East offices. Tariq will join current Managing Director Tim Martin, the move is said to highlight the company’s commitment to growing in the region.
“We are thrilled to welcome Tariq into his new role. His visionary leadership, strategic acumen, and extensive experience in large-scale Middle Eastern projects will be incredibly valuable to our team. His deep understanding of the region’s complexities and opportunities will drive our efforts to expand Gensler’s presence and influence. We look forward to his contributions in steering our growth and continuing to deliver exceptional design solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients,” noted David Calkins, Co-Regional Managing Principal for Gensler’s Asia Pacific Middle East (APME) region.
Shaikh is said to bring over three decades of managing and delivering complex, large-scale projects across mixed-use, retail, and lifestyle markets in Europe and the Middle East. As the former Managing Director of Gensler’s Birmingham office for seven years, Tariq has a record of building and managing large teams, ensuring smooth project execution, and meeting the critical requirements of developers and tenants. His portfolio includes collaborations with major global brands and significant contributions to some of Gensler’s largest Middle Eastern projects, including The Avenues in Kuwait and Msheireb Downtown Doha in Qatar, the press release from Gensler explained.
Shaikh stated, “I am excited to step into this role and continue driving the region’s growth and expansion. The Middle East is a region of immense potential and opportunity, and I am eager to build on the strong foundation we have established. I look forward to collaborating with the team in the Middle East to deliver innovative design solutions and strengthen client partnerships, contributing to the region’s transformation and our firm’s sustained success.”
Based in Riyadh, Gensler’s newest office in the Middle East, Shaikh’s appointment is said to be part of the firm’s strategic initiatives, focusing on the Riyadh office in alignment with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 program. This appointment follows the appointment of Theresa Sheils as Co-Regional Managing Principal for Gensler APME.
“Gensler’s co-leadership model promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment by encouraging interdisciplinary insight sharing. Tariq’s extensive market knowledge and proven track record will drive innovation and enhance our ability to adapt to evolving client and market needs. Together with Tim, I am confident they will elevate our operations in the Kingdom and solidify Gensler’s leadership in innovative design throughout the region,” commented Sheils.
As Gensler Middle East continues to broaden its expertise, the firm remains dedicated to strengthening client relationships and enhancing its market presence. The new leadership highlights Gensler’s commitment to delivering projects that address the diverse needs of Middle Eastern clients and create spaces across the region, the statement concluded.
