Engineer Stakeholder Management

Stakeholder Manager Infrastructure Projects

Job Summary

The Stakeholder Manager is responsible for planning managing and coordinating all stakeholder engagement activities for large-scale infrastructure projects. The role ensures effective communication and coordination with Clients Government Authorities Utility Providers Asset Owners Developers Contractors and other project stakeholders to facilitate timely approvals permits NOCs utility interfaces and project delivery.

The Stakeholder Manager acts as the primary liaison between the project team and external stakeholders proactively identifying interface issues mitigating risks and ensuring that stakeholder requirements are integrated into the project programme to support timely construction testing & commissioning and project handover.

Key Job Duties

1. Stakeholder Management & Coordination

• Develop and implement the projects Stakeholder Management Plan.
• Identify map and manage all project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Clients Authorities Utility Providers Asset Owners Developers and Contractors.
• Coordinate stakeholder meetings workshops and technical coordination sessions.

2. Authority Approvals & Permits

• Manage all authority approvals permits NOCs and statutory submissions.
• Monitor approval status and proactively follow up with relevant authorities.
• Coordinate responses to authority comments and ensure timely closure of review cycles.
• Maintain an up-to-date register of approvals permits and stakeholder commitments.

3. Utility & Interface Management

• Coordinate utility diversions tie-ins shutdowns and interface activities.
• Facilitate coordination between project disciplines and utility providers.
• Identify interface risks and develop mitigation plans to avoid delays.
• Ensure utility works are properly integrated into the overall project programme.

4. Programme & Risk Management

• Monitor stakeholder-related activities against the project schedule.
• Identify potential stakeholder risks approval delays and interface conflicts.
• Develop action plans and recovery measures to maintain project progress.
• Support planning and logistics teams in coordinating critical stakeholder activities.

5. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare stakeholder reports approval trackers action registers and executive summaries.
• Maintain records of meetings correspondence approvals and stakeholder commitments.
• Prepare presentations and dashboards for project management and client reporting.
• Ensure accurate documentation of stakeholder communications.

6. Project Handover & Asset Transfer

• Coordinate stakeholder activities related to testing & commissioning inspections asset transfer and project handover.
• Ensure all authority approvals and stakeholder requirements are completed before final handover.
• Support the successful transfer of assets to operating authorities.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering Construction Management Project Management Urban Planning or a related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 1215 years of experience in stakeholder management authority coordination or infrastructure project delivery.
• Proven experience coordinating with UAE government authorities utility providers developers and asset owners.
• Strong background in roads utilities drainage public realm and major infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing authority approvals NOCs permits testing & commissioning and asset handover.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of UAE authority procedures utility coordination permitting processes and stakeholder management practices.
• Good understanding of infrastructure construction project planning and FIDIC contracts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Asite/Aconex and project management software.
• Experience preparing stakeholder trackers approval matrices and executive reports.

Behavioural & Management Competencies

• Excellent communication negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Strong leadership and coordination abilities.
• Excellent planning organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities simultaneously.
• High level of professionalism diplomacy integrity and commitment to client satisfaction.

Additional Information :

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract