WSP has appointed Nada Abubakr as Head of Water Advisory in the Middle East, reinforcing the firm’s focus on water security and sustainability in the region.
Abubakr brings experience in water strategy, governance, and system-level transformation, with prior work across the Middle East and Australia. In her new role, she will lead the growth and delivery of WSP’s Water Advisory practice, supporting governments, utilities, and major asset owners in planning, managing, and governing water systems.
"I’ve worked with public and private sector clients on national and city-scale water strategies, demand-side management, and long-term resilience planning. My focus is on bridging policy, strategy, and implementation, translating complex challenges into practical, high-impact outcomes. I look forward to building on this at WSP and supporting clients in delivering lasting impact.” Abubakr said.
Kathleen McGrail, Global Lead and Middle East Managing Director, Advisory at WSP, noted that the firm is expanding its water sector presence by combining advisory expertise with technical capabilities to support clients across the project lifecycle, from strategy and planning to design, delivery, and long-term asset performance.
The appointment comes amid growing regional investment in water infrastructure, as governments in the Middle East seek to improve water security, optimize resource use, and integrate sustainability into development planning.
