Hill International is pleased to announce the appointment of Benjamin “Ben” Schwenk as Senior Vice President for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). With more than 37 years of project execution experience, Ben brings a wealth of expertise in operations management, engineering leadership, and client-focused delivery to grow Hill’s portfolio in KSA.

Ben’s career spans the United States, Angola, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, with a strong track record in managing complex, large-scale programs from concept through commissioning. For more than two decades, he successfully owned and led LDIS, LLC, providing engineering and design solutions for oil and gas, hydrogen, and renewable energy projects. His work included leadership roles overseeing multidisciplinary engineering teams, managing multi-project portfolios, and delivering critical infrastructure for leading global energy operators.

In his new role, Ben will oversee Hill’s operations across KSA, managing a portfolio that supports the Kingdom’s ambitious transformational goals. He will work closely with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to ensure excellence in execution, timely delivery, and alignment with strategic objectives.

“The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is at the forefront of transformative infrastructure and energy development,” said Ben Schwenk. “I am excited to join Hill’s world-class team in KSA and contribute to projects that not only drive economic growth but also set new benchmarks for engineering innovation and sustainable delivery. My focus will be on building strong client relationships, empowering our teams, and ensuring we exceed expectations in every project or program we undertake.”

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Waleed Abdel-Fattah, President of Hill’s Middle East and North Africa Region, welcomed Ben’s appointment, highlighting his leadership and industry insight as vital assets for Hill’s continued growth in KSA:

“Ben’s operational leadership and decades of hands-on experience in delivering complex projects make him an ideal choice to lead our operations in the Kingdom. His proven ability to align technical excellence with client priorities will be instrumental as we support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. We are thrilled to have him on board.”

Ben’s appointment reinforces Hill International’s commitment to providing exceptional program and project management services in Saudi Arabia, supporting the nation’s infrastructure, energy, and industrial development ambitions.