Refai International Group

Innovative Project Management & Engineering Solutions for the Modern World

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About the firm

Established in 1991, Refai International Group provides program and project management, international development, engineering design, construction management, and claims consulting services to public and private clients globally. The practice specializes in managing complex infrastructure projects to optimize efficiency and maintain target budgets.

Established
1991
Firm type
Civil Engineering · Transportation Engineering · Water / Wastewater Engineering · Environmental Engineering

Capabilities

Program / Project Management

Management of concurrent multi-disciplinary design and construction activities, systematically synchronizing multiple interrelated projects to optimize resource availability, maintain schedules, and manage costs. Program managers outline objectives, delegate responsibilities, and monitor performance via metric tracking and routine communications.

  • Large-Scale & Complex Project Management
  • Turnaround of Non-Performing Projects

Construction Management

Experienced control of schedule, quality, safety, and costs from concept to completion. It encompasses construction planning, activity scheduling, procurement, logistics, quality inspections, and contract administration.

  • Planning & Scheduling
  • Cost Controls
  • Quality & Performance Inspections
  • Contract Administration

Construction Claims Services

Identification, analysis, and preparation of construction claims and disputes. Refai aids contractors and owners in dispute strategy, entitlement assessment, damage quantification, and negotiation to achieve effective resolutions.

  • Arbitration & Expert Witness Services
  • Alternate Dispute Resolution

Engineering & Design

Design services across infrastructure segments, including transportation, general building, and water/wastewater facilities. Refai integrates local engineering sub-consultants with its core technical staff to deliver final design and tender packages compliant with local codes.

  • Airports Design
  • Traffic Planning
  • Wastewater & Water Facilities Design

EV Charging Infrastructure

Planning, design, execution, and management of EV charging systems. Services include fleet and energy route modeling, site evaluations, utility engagement, engineered drawings, commissioning procedures, and training.

Transit / Transportation Services

Supports planning and delivery of transit systems for urban mobility programs.

  • Transit Planning

    Plans routes and service strategies for transit networks.

  • Transit Design

    Supports design work for transportation facilities and systems.

  • Transit Management

    Manages transportation programs and delivery workflows.

  • Route Optimization

    Improves route structure and connectivity.

  • Transit Technology Integration

    Integrates emerging transit technologies into mobility programs.

Environmental Solutions

Assessments identifying potential environmental impacts and design strategies for mitigation, conservation, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Cost Estimation

Accredited cost estimating tied to project budgeting, targeting schedule compliance and profitability.

Procurement

Manages compliant purchasing workflows for government and institutional projects.

  • Long-Lead Item Planning

    Plans procurement for long-lead project items.

  • Specification Definition

    Defines technical procurement specifications.

  • Scope of Work Development

    Develops procurement scopes of work.

  • Bid Package Evaluation

    Reviews bid packages against project requirements.

Capacity Building & Institutional Reform

Tailored capacity building programs for construction operations and facility maintenance. Services utilize a three-stage needs assessment, design, and implementation process.

  • Water Facilities O&M Training
  • Wastewater Facilities O&M Training
  • Workforce Development Programs

International Development

Consulting services tailored to the requirements of major international donors like the World Bank, USAID, and Asian Development Bank. Specialists deliver technical solutions in water, infrastructure, and transportation.

Industries

Aviation · Airports · Transportation · Transit · Highways & Roads · Bridges · Wastewater · Water Supply · Water Resources · Healthcare · Industrial · Government · Federal · Commercial · Multifamily Residential · Petrochemical

Projects

COTA 1600 McKinley Avenue Renovation, Phase 3C

Columbus, OH · Transit · 2024 · Client: Central Ohio Transit Authority

Project details

A $70-million revitalization program addressing aging infrastructure, reconfigured parking, a restructured contemporary exterior, new employee amenity areas, and expanded interior spaces.

Petronas Tower One Shell & Core

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · Commercial · Client: Hazama Corporation

Project details

Provided team leadership and project management for the shell and core construction of the 452-meter high tower, which stood as the world's tallest building at the time.

Petronas Twin Towers Fit-Out Contract

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia · Commercial · Client: Entracanles - Ekovest JV

Project details

Provided schedule development, contract negotiation, claims analysis, and alternate dispute resolution services for the fit-out of the twin towers.