BAKR EMAD KURDI
Madinah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished executive leader with extensive expertise in strategic planning, execution, organizational excellence, and operational transformation. Demonstrates proficiency in business performance management, corporate governance, and quality management systems, including ISO management systems. Proven success in project portfolio management, continuous improvement, and risk management, while excelling in asset management and regulatory compliance, fostering leadership and organizational development.
Overview
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Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work history
Water Quality & Laboratories Manager
National Water Company (NWC)
Medina, Medina Region
2020.11 - 2026.07
- Provide strategic leadership for the Water Quality & Laboratories Department, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy, regulatory requirements, and operational objectives across the Northwest Cluster.
- Lead a multidisciplinary workforce of approximately 80 professionals, overseeing quality governance, laboratory operations, regulatory compliance, business performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide executive oversight for a network of 17 laboratories, while managing a portfolio of more than 30 capital contracts, in addition to two major operation and maintenance contracts, ensuring effective governance, operational efficiency, and service excellence.
- Executive Scope
- Key Executive Achievements
- Led the successful implementation and sustainability of internationally recognized management systems, including ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 9001, and ISO 55001, strengthening organizational governance and quality excellence.
- Directed the rehabilitation and operational enhancement of regional laboratories, improving readiness, reliability, and operational performance.
- Established governance frameworks supporting executive decision-making through performance measurement, accountability, and KPI-driven management.
- Led organizational transformation initiatives focused on operational excellence, continuous improvement, and business performance optimization.
- Developed leadership capability through structured coaching, succession planning, knowledge transfer, and workforce development.
- Strengthened regulatory compliance and organizational resilience by embedding quality culture and risk-based management practices.
- Successfully managed large operational and capital project portfolios while maintaining alignment with corporate objectives and stakeholder expectations.
- Supported critical seasonal operations through proactive planning, operational governance, and quality assurance programs.
Water Quality & Laboratories Manager
National Water Company (NWC)
2020.11 - 2026.07
- Provide strategic leadership for the Water Quality & Laboratories Department, driving operational excellence, organizational performance, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across the Northwest Cluster.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams responsible for quality governance, laboratory operations, technical services, and business performance while aligning departmental objectives with corporate strategy and national priorities.
- Oversee a regional portfolio of laboratories, operational contracts, capital projects, and strategic initiatives that support sustainable service delivery and organizational growth.
- Leadership Scope
- Organizational Scale
- 80+ Professionals Led
- 17 Regional Laboratories
- 30+ Capital Contracts Managed
- 2 Major Operation & Maintenance Contracts
- Regional Operational Responsibility
- Executive Leadership of Cross-functional Teams
- Strategic Impact
- Successfully led the implementation, certification, and sustainability of internationally recognized management systems including ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 9001, and ISO 55001, strengthening governance and organizational excellence.
- Directed the rehabilitation and modernization of regional laboratories, improving operational readiness, service reliability, and regulatory compliance.
- Established governance frameworks and KPI-driven performance management practices supporting executive decision-making and organizational accountability.
- Led operational transformation initiatives that enhanced business performance, process efficiency, and service quality.
- Developed leadership capability through structured coaching, succession planning, workforce development, and knowledge transfer initiatives.
- Managed complex operational and capital project portfolios while ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, governance requirements, and stakeholder expectations.
- Strengthened organizational resilience through risk-based management, quality assurance, and continuous improvement practices.
- Supported critical seasonal operations through proactive planning, quality governance, and operational readiness programs.
Head of Environmental Laboratory
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2020.10 - 2020.11
- Led environmental laboratory operations and technical performance.
- Standardized laboratory procedures to improve consistency and operational efficiency.
- Introduced KPI-based performance monitoring to strengthen accountability and decision-making.
- Enhanced collaboration across operational and technical teams.
- Key Contributions
Head of Environmental Laboratory
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2020.10 - 2020.11
- Led environmental laboratory operations and technical performance management.
- Standardized operational procedures to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality.
- Introduced KPI-based performance monitoring to strengthen accountability and operational transparency.
- Enhanced collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to improve service delivery.
- Key Contributions
Head of Water Analysis Laboratory
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2019.05 - 2020.10
- Managed laboratory operations responsible for regional water quality testing programs.
- Improved laboratory productivity through operational planning and workflow optimization.
- Developed technical capabilities through staff development and structured knowledge transfer.
- Strengthened compliance with national regulations and international quality standards.
- Key Contributions
Head of Water Analysis Laboratory
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2019.05 - 2020.10
- Managed regional laboratory operations supporting water quality monitoring programs.
- Improved laboratory productivity through workflow optimization and operational planning.
- Developed workforce capability through structured technical training and knowledge transfer.
- Strengthened compliance with regulatory requirements and international quality standards.
- Key Contributions
Microbiology & Chemical Laboratory Specialist
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2010.07 - 2019.05
- Conducted microbiological and chemical analysis supporting drinking water and environmental monitoring programs.
- Participated in laboratory quality assurance, method validation, and technical reporting.
- Contributed to laboratory modernization initiatives and process improvement projects.
- Supported national environmental monitoring programs through accurate laboratory analysis and regulatory compliance.
- Key Contributions
Microbiology & Chemical Laboratory Specialist
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2010.07 - 2019.05
- Performed microbiological and chemical analysis supporting national water quality monitoring programs.
- Contributed to laboratory quality assurance, method validation, and technical reporting.
- Participated in laboratory modernization and operational improvement initiatives.
- Supported regulatory compliance through accurate laboratory analysis and continuous quality improvement.
- Key Contributions
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Jeddah International College
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Taibah University
Madinah, Saudi ArabiaSkills
- Executive Leadership
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Organizational Excellence
- Operational Transformation
- Business Performance Management
- Corporate Governance
- Quality Management Systems
- ISO Management Systems
- Project Portfolio Management
- Performance Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Risk Management
- Asset Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Leadership Development
- Organizational Development
- Stakeholder Management
- Change Leadership
- Strategic Leadership
- Executive Decision-Making
- Business Transformation
- Operational Excellence
- Operational Performance
- KPI Development
- Process Optimization
- Operational Governance
- Business Process Improvement
- Governance, Quality & Risk
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Governance & Compliance
- Root Cause Analysis
- Business & Portfolio Management
- Project Management
- Contract Management
- Business Continuity
- Strategic Planning
- Organizational Performance
- People & Culture
- Team Leadership
- Coaching & Mentoring
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Cross-functional Leadership
- Capability Building
Certification
- Executive Leadership & Organizational Development
- HIPO Water Leaders
- Leadership Acceleration Program (ILM)
- Promising Leaders Program
- Future Leaders Program
- Situational Leadership II (SLII)
- Leadership & Communication
- Supervisory Skills
- Business Coaching
- Change Management
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
- Emotional Intelligence
- Ambassador of Life
- Governance, Quality & Management Systems
- ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Awareness
- ISO/IEC 17025 Decision Rules & Statements of Conformity
- ISO/IEC 17025 Quality System Documentation
- ISO/IEC 17025 Internal Audit
- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor
- ISO 9001 Awareness
- ISO 45001 Lead Auditor
- ISO 55001 Asset Management
- ISO 31000 Risk Management
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Total Quality Management (TQM)
- Root Cause Analysis
- Business, Strategy & Project Management
- Project Management Preparation (35 PMI Contact Hours)
- PMP/CAPM Mentorship Program
- Advanced Contract Management
- AI & Future Management Tools
- Business Acumen
- Business Impact Analysis
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Communication & Negotiation
- Water Quality & Technical Excellence
- Water Quality Standards for Drinking Water & Wastewater
- Water Safety Plan
- Chlorine Measurement of Water Quality
- Operating Wastewater Systems
- Quality Assurance in Water Analysis Laboratories
- Thermo Scientific ICAP RQ
- Thermo Scientific Dionex ICS 6000
- Safety & Operational Excellence
- IOSH Managing Safely
- Emergency Preparedness & Response
- Accountability in the Workplace
- Creativity: Thinking Outside the Box
- Dealing with Difficult Customers
LANGUAGES
Arabic Native Proficiency
English Professional Working Proficiency
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- HIPO Water Leaders
- Leadership Acceleration Program (ILM)
- Promising Leaders Program
- Future Leaders Program
- Situational Leadership II (SLII)
- Leadership & Communication
- Supervisory Skills
- Business Coaching
- Change Management
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
- Emotional Intelligence
- Ambassador of Life
QUALITY, GOVERNANCE & MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
- ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Awareness
- ISO/IEC 17025 Decision Rules & Statements of Conformity
- ISO/IEC 17025 Quality System Documentation
- ISO/IEC 17025 Internal Audit
- ISO 9001 Internal Auditor
- ISO 9001 Awareness
- ISO 45001 Lead Auditor
- ISO 55001 Asset Management
- ISO 31000 Risk Management
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Total Quality Management (TQM)
- Root Cause Analysis
BUSINESS, STRATEGY & PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- Project Management Preparation (35 PMI Contact Hours)
- PMP/CAPM Mentorship Program
- Advanced Contract Management
- AI & Future Management Tools
- Business Acumen
- Business Impact Analysis
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Communication & Negotiation
WATER QUALITY & TECHNICAL SPECIALIZATION
- Water Quality Standards for Drinking Water & Wastewater
- Water Safety Plan
- Chlorine Measurement of Water Quality
- Operating Wastewater Systems
- Quality Assurance in Water Analysis Laboratories
- Thermo Scientific ICAP RQ
- Thermo Scientific Dionex ICS 6000
SAFETY & OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
- IOSH Managing Safely
- Emergency Preparedness & Response
- Accountability in the Workplace
- Creativity: Thinking Outside the Box
- Dealing with Difficult Customers
PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE
- Executive Leadership
- Organizational Excellence
- Strategic Planning
- Operational Transformation
- Business Performance
- Governance & Compliance
- Quality Management Systems
- Performance Management
- Project Management
- Asset Management
- Risk Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Team Leadership
- Organizational Development
- Stakeholder Management
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
Certified Trainer, Certificate of Appreciation – National Water Company, Professional Recognition for Leadership in Quality Management, Laboratory Excellence, and Organizational Development
EXECUTIVE VALUE PROPOSITION
Executive management professional with a proven track record of leading organizational transformation, developing high-performing teams, implementing internationally recognized management systems, and delivering sustainable operational excellence through strategic leadership, governance, quality, and continuous improvement.
DIGITAL & TECHNICAL TOOLS
- Microsoft Office 365
- ISO Documentation Systems
- Laboratory Information Systems (LIMS)
- KPI Development & Performance Reporting
- Business Process Improvement
- Digital Transformation Initiatives
SELECTED STRATEGIC INITIATIVES
- ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation & Sustainability
- Quality Management System Transformation
- Regional Laboratory Rehabilitation Program
- Operational Excellence & Performance Management
- Leadership Development & Capability Building
- Governance & Compliance Enhancement
- Capital Projects Portfolio Oversight
- Seasonal Operational Readiness Programs
EXECUTIVE IMPACT
- Executive Leadership
- Organizational Transformation
- Strategic Execution
- Operational Excellence
- Governance & Compliance
- Performance Management
- Business Improvement
- Leadership Development
- Project Portfolio Leadership
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Sustainable Organizational Performance
Timeline
Water Quality & Laboratories Manager
National Water Company (NWC)
2020.11 - 2026.07
Water Quality & Laboratories Manager
National Water Company (NWC)
2020.11 - 2026.07
Head of Environmental Laboratory
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2020.10 - 2020.11
Head of Environmental Laboratory
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2020.10 - 2020.11
Head of Water Analysis Laboratory
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2019.05 - 2020.10
Head of Water Analysis Laboratory
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2019.05 - 2020.10
Microbiology & Chemical Laboratory Specialist
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2010.07 - 2019.05
Microbiology & Chemical Laboratory Specialist
Ministry of Environment, Water & Agriculture
2010.07 - 2019.05
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Taibah University
Master of Business Administration -
Jeddah International College