Stakeholder Manager_(Emirati National)

Overview

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• WSP is seeking a dynamic and experienced Authority Liaison Manager (Emirati National) to lead stakeholder engagement, authority liaison, and approvals management across major Property & Buildings projects in the UAE.
• This role is pivotal in ensuring effective coordination with government entities, developers, and external stakeholders to support smooth project delivery across all stages.
• 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 projects.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with government authorities, developers, and external stakeholders 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 project 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.
• UAE National (with a valid Family Book).
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in stakeholder management, authority liaison, or approvals within the UAE construction or consultancy industry.
• Strong understanding of UAE authority processes, design codes, and approval workflows.
• Proven experience leading stakeholder or authority teams on multidisciplinary 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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