Is it permissible for an engineer to agree with a subcontractor to supply a fence at a price of 200 riyals per meter, while taking a percentage of the profit, knowing that the lowest price offered to the company is 300 riyals per meter, and the actual supply price is 100 riyals per meter?
Source: FtawySummary from Ftawy's records · added here Sep 2, 2026
If the work is carried out under assignment and authorization from the company, then it is not permissible to take a commission from the institution unless the company gives permission. However, if the work is done independently outside official working hours, then there is no harm in taking a commission from the institution for the referral.
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