SAJDI – Consulting Engineering Center
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| ISIN | 🆔 |
| Industry | Engineering consultancy |
| Founded 📆 | 1974 |
| Founder 👔 | Eng. Aziz Abdo Sajdi |
Area served 🗺️ | Middle East, Africa, Europe |
Key people | Eng. Aziz Abdo Sajdi (Founder)
Eng. Izzat Sajdi (Chairman & CEO) Eng. Aziz I. Sajdi (COO and Board Member) Ms. Jude I. Sajdi (Director of Sama Consulting and Board Member) |
| Services | Engineering design, supervision, project management |
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Number of employees | 200+ |
| 🌐 Website | www.sajdi.com |
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SAJDI - Consulting Engineering Center is an independent international engineering consultancy firm headquartered in Amman, Jordan, established in 1974. The firm provides integrated engineering and advisory services in water supply, wastewater management, transportation, and infrastructure development. Over the years, SAJDI has accomplished more than 570 projects across 32 countries in Asia, Africa, and Europe, reflecting its strong global presence and technical expertise. It is classified by the Government Tenders Department of the Ministry of Public Works and Housing under Category 1-A for water and wastewater fields and registered under No. 1 with the Jordan Engineers Association. [1][2]
History
SAJDI’s origins trace back to Eng. Aziz Abdo Sajdi, who first established a materials and soil testing laboratory in Amman, laying the groundwork for a pioneering engineering practice. Building on this foundation, he co-founded Consulting Engineering Center (CEC) with three partners, marking the firm’s formal entry into the field of consulting engineering in 1974. Within less than a decade, the partners exited the venture, and Eng. Aziz Abdo Sajdi continued independently, guided by his vision and passion for technical excellence, integrity, and service to the engineering profession.
During the 1980s and 1990s, under the leadership of Eng. Izzat Sajdi, representing the second generation, the company evolved into a comprehensive consultancy specializing in infrastructure, water, and sanitation projects. By the late 1990s, SAJDI had expanded its footprint across Africa and Asia, executing major assignments funded by institutions such as the World Bank, KfW, BADEA, and the Islamic Development Bank.
The second generation played a transformational role in institutionalizing quality, governance, and performance excellence across the organization. Building on the founder’s strong technical base, they implemented internationally recognized management systems, securing multiple ISO certifications and reinforcing the firm’s commitment to quality, environmental responsibility, and occupational safety. This era also saw the introduction of the EFQM (European Foundation for Quality Management) Excellence Model and the Balanced Scorecard framework, embedding performance measurement, strategic alignment, and continuous improvement into the company’s operations.
These initiatives culminated in SAJDI’s recognition through the King Abdullah II Award for Excellence, affirming its position as a national leader in innovation, efficiency, and sustainable performance management. Through this evolution, the second generation transformed SAJDI from a technically driven consultancy into a governance-led institution distinguished by operational excellence and institutional resilience.
By 2014, the third generation had joined SAJDI, marking a new phase of modernization and institutional growth. This generation expanded the firm’s range of services, introducing new disciplines and integrated solutions to address evolving market and client demands. They also established the technological foundations that enabled SAJDI’s digital transformation, integrating systems for design automation, project management, and data-driven decision-making.
Among the key members of this generation, Eng. Aziz I. Sajdi, now serving as Chief Operating Officer (COO), played a central role in advancing operational performance and digital efficiency across the company’s regional operations. His leadership has been instrumental in optimizing workflows, enhancing quality assurance, and driving the adoption of innovative engineering tools and platforms.
In parallel, the third generation collectively focused on formalizing and streamlining internal procedures, policies, and quality management frameworks, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and compliance across all projects and offices. Their efforts have reinforced SAJDI’s culture of continuous improvement and innovation, positioning the company to compete and collaborate on a global scale while maintaining the values of excellence and integrity established by the founders.
By 2021, SAJDI expanded its portfolio with the launch of Sama Consulting, a new venture focused on management consulting and sustainability advisory. The firm is led by an all-female team under the direction of Jude Sajdi, representing the third generation. This initiative reflects SAJDI’s commitment to innovation, diversity, and the integration of strategic and technical expertise across its operations.
Services
SAJDI’s services span the entire project lifecycle, from planning and feasibility studies to design, supervision, and institutional capacity building. Key service lines include:
- Technical Assistance and Advisory Services
- Feasibility and Environmental Studies
- Engineering Design
- Construction Supervision
- Project Management
- Institutional Strengthening and Training
- Cost Recovery and Sustainability Mechanisms
SAJDI implements an ISO 9001-certified Quality Management System and applies the Balanced Scorecard methodology to translate strategic goals into operational performance. [3]
Operations and Projects
SAJDI has executed more than 570 engineering and advisory projects in partnership with governments, donors, and development agencies, including:
- Jordan – Water and sanitation infrastructure under Water Engineering Services (WES) funded by USAID and others.[4] Also, Contract award for design and construction supervision of the Safawi New Transmission Pipeline funded by World Bank Group[5].
- Yemen – Water Supply and Sanitation Systems for 7 Urban Centers (Feasibility Study, Detailed Design & Tender Documents) 2005 funded by World Bank Group. [6]
- Africa – Consultancy services for the Bulawayo Water & Sewerage Services Improvement Project in Zimbabwe, funded by the African Development Bank.[7]
- Turkey – Works supervision services for the Hatay Water Sub-project, Hatay Water and Wastewater Project in Hatay Province, Türkiye funded by European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).[8]
- Palestine – Update of Feasibility Study for the Hebron Governorate Regional Wastewater Management Project and consultancy services for construction supervision of water-transmission pipeline and water-distribution system in north Jenin funded by World Bank Group.[9][10]
At SAJDI, project delivery is built on a cross-functional model that brings together specialists from engineering, finance, quality assurance, project controls, and administration. This diverse team structure ensures coordinated planning, transparent communication, and efficient execution, allowing SAJDI to deliver complex infrastructure projects with accuracy, accountability, and speed.
In 2023, Eng. Izzat Sajdi, representing the company, participated in the opening of a training workshop for employees of the water sector in Jordan, organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Water and Irrigation and USAID, to support efforts in enhancing technical capacities in the fields of environment, health, and safety.[11]
Awards and Certifications
SAJDI is among the first Jordanian engineering consultancies to receive international quality, safety, and environmental certifications, including:
- ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
- ISO 45001 – Occupational Health and Safety Management
- ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management
- EFQM Recognized for Excellence – 3 Stars (2012)
- King Abdullah II Award for Excellence in Business (multiple cycles)[12]
- Seal of Excellence from the FCIC, awarded continuously since 2008.[13]
Affiliations and Subsidiaries
- Sama Consulting – An affiliate company established in 2021, specializing in social and environmental studies, led by an all-female team. [14]
- SAJDI H2O – A subsidiary knowledge and awareness initiative focused on water and sanitation challenges. [15]
SAJDI has been a long-standing member of the Federation of Consultants from Islamic Countries (FCIC) since 1993, represented by Eng. Izzat Sajdi of Jordan, who also served as the president of the federation in previous terms. [16][17]
SAJDI also has been an active member of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) since 10 July 2015.[18]
See also
References
- ↑ Jordan Engineers Association – Registered Offices
- ↑ Government Tenders Department – Engineering Classification
- ↑ King Abdullah II Center for Excellence – ISO & EFQM Records
- ↑ USAID Jordan – Water Projects
- ↑ “Contract Award For Design And Construction Supervision For Safawi New Transmission Pipeline”, BidDetail (Notice No. 26915038). Retrieved from https://www.biddetail.com/contract-awards/26915038$b7c9e322-e374-443b-8543-9e6dc000a24b#:~:text=Contact%20Information.
- ↑ https://documents1.worldbank.org/curated/en/104631468181498097/554250PROP0P051101without1est1costs.xls [bare URL spreadsheet file]
- ↑ “Bulawayo Water & Sewerage Services Improvement Project – Contract 204745”, Devex. Retrieved from https://www.devex.com/funding/r?report=contract-204745&filter%5Btype%5D%5B%5D=contract&filter%5Btype%5D%5B%5D=shortlist&filter%5Bstatuses%5D%5B%5D=forecast&filter%5Bstatuses%5D%5B%5D=open&sorting%5Border%5D=desc&sorting%5Bfield%5D=updated_at.
- ↑ “Hatay Water Sub-project – Works Supervision Services for Hatay Water and Wastewater Project”, Devex. Retrieved from https://www.devex.com/funding/r?report=contract-277216&filter%5Btype%5D%5B%5D=contract&filter%5Btype%5D%5B%5D=shortlist&filter%5Bstatuses%5D%5B%5D=forecast&filter%5Bstatuses%5D%5B%5D=open&sorting%5Border%5D=desc&sorting%5Bfield%5D=updated_at.
- ↑ “Update of Feasibility Study for the Hebron Governorate Regional Wastewater Management Project – Contract 134212”, Devex. Retrieved from https://www.devex.com/funding/r?report=contract-134212&filter%5Btype%5D%5B%5D=contract.
- ↑ “Construction Supervision – Water Transmission Pipeline & Water Distribution System in north Jenin – Contract 608045”, Devex. Retrieved from https://www.devex.com/funding/r?report=contract-608045&filter%5Btype%5D%5B%5D=contract.
- ↑ "دورة تدريبية لموظفي المياه في مجالات البيئة والصحة والسلامة العامة". 15 March 2023.
- ↑ King Abdullah II Center for Excellence – Award Recipients
- ↑ Federation of Consultants from Islamic Countries – Executive Committee
- ↑ Sama Consulting – Official Website
- ↑ SAJDI H2O – Official Initiative
- ↑ https://www.thefcic.org/about-fcic/executive-committee
- ↑ "انتخاب «السجدي» نائباً لاتحاد الاستشاريين الأفارقة والعرب".
- ↑ “Consulting Engineering Center (CEC)”, UN Global Compact Participants Directory. Retrieved from https://www.unglobalcompact.org/what-is-gc/participants/search?search%5Bkeywords%5D=consulting+Engineering+Center&button=&search%5Bsort_field%5D=&search%5Bsort_direction%5D=asc&search%5Bper_page%5D=10.
External links
- Official SAJDI Website
- Sama Consulting – Affiliate
- SAJDI H2O – Subsidiary Initiative
- Federation of Consultants from Islamic Countries
- King Abdullah II Center for Excellence
- Jordan Engineers Association
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