ConTech Rising Star of the Year Award

In recent years, I played a key role in the Ministry of Housing's Innovation Park project, contributing innovative ideas and hands-on involvement. Beyond this, I spearheaded initiatives to promote the adoption of advanced building technologies in the residential sector, conducting pilots and collaboratively testing market strategies. A significant achievement during this period was the development and implementation of a comprehensive report assessing the role of technology in both commercial and residential real estate.

This report, a testament to my analytical capabilities, has been instrumental in informing strategic decisions within our organization. Quantifying the impact of my work reveals improvements in project timelines, operational efficiency, safety standards, construction quality, and cost savings. I am excited about the potential of further contributing to the industry's advancement and am confident that my track record of delivering innovation and driving digital initiatives makes me a deserving candidate for the Award.

Manal Rafique is a Multi-Talented Individual with broad experience in the field of design, sales, innovation and digital transformation. Working as a solutions provider, she researches and develops smart technology solutions that were never before implemented in the UAE. She oversees process improvement and new key account development.

She takes the initiative for continuous learning and development within the organization. Achieved various awards and recognition for excelling at work and always ready to go the extra mile to bring sustainable change in this world.

Mariam has been an example of an up-and-coming engineer in the field of Construction Technology. Her works in hyper-scale data centers in the last 12 months have proven that she has the qualifications to become a future lead in the field. She is an excellent example for Emirati women in the field of construction. She recognized the importance of challenging stereotypes and breaking down barriers, and she actively worked towards creating a more equitable and inclusive work environment.

Mariam's journey at BK Gulf serves as a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence, her innovative spirit, and her passion for positive change. Her contributions have not only advanced the company's mission but have also set a standard of excellence for her peers and future generations of engineers to follow.

We are delighted to nominate Sameera Firdose for the prestigious industry award: ConTech Rising Star. This recognition underscores Egis' unwavering commitment to innovation in construction. Sameera's vision has been pivotal in directing our research and development efforts toward creating solutions that not only meet current demands but are also geared toward future advancements. This nomination not only acknowledges her significant contribution but also highlights the impactful changes she has driven in the industry.

We are immensely proud of the milestones achieved under Sameera's contribution, and we continue to support her commitment to pioneering further innovations in construction technology. As we look forward to the award results, we extend our gratitude to everyone who has supported Sameera's vision and recommit to our goal of fostering transformative changes in the construction landscape.

With a love of learning and an inspiring enthusiasm to teach others, Thejna Pongilodi is the kind of team member every manager wishes they had. Her involvement in landmark projects has helped her build enviable technical know-how. Her work portfolio reveals her skill at supporting the cost management of technically complex, iconic projects such as the Zayed National Museum, Masdar and KSA mega projects.

It is rare to meet someone who possesses not only enormous skill in their work but who also has a compelling desire to learn and share that wisdom to ensure entire teams, companies and an industry build better. Thejna’s reputation, firmly established on the pillars of impressive digital expertise and effective leadership, garners praise by the day and truly makes her a rising star to watch.