Stakeholder Manager

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of stakeholder engineers, ensuring effective coordination with all relevant authorities and third parties.
• Manage the end-to-end stakeholder and approvals process for both design and construction phases of infrastructure and development projects.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with Abu Dhabi government authorities (e.g., ADM, ADSSC/ADDC, DMT, DOT, AD Ports, Etihad Rail, etc.) to ensure alignment and compliance with local regulations and standards.
• Review and monitor authority submissions, feedback, and approvals to ensure compliance with project requirements and schedules.
• Act as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, addressing issues and facilitating resolution in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinate with internal design and construction teams to ensure all stakeholder requirements are incorporated into project plans and designs.
• Develop and implement stakeholder management plans, communication strategies, and reporting mechanisms.
• Participate in coordination meetings with clients, contractors, and authorities to resolve conflicts and expedite approvals.
• Maintain up-to-date records of stakeholder correspondence, permits, and approvals.
• Provide regular progress updates and reports to project leadership and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in stakeholder management, authority liaison, or approvals within the UAE infrastructure or construction industry, preferably with consultancy firms.
• Strong understanding of Abu Dhabi authority processes, design codes, and approval workflows.
• Proven experience leading stakeholder or authority teams on multidisciplinary infrastructure or transportation projects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.
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