Talent Pool - Stakeholder Manager - PMC

Company Introduction:

Hill International provides program, project, and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating, quality assurance, inspection, scheduling, risk management, and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com

Position Summary:

Stakeholder Manager to lead engagement, communication, and coordination efforts with internal and external stakeholders on high-profile construction and infrastructure projects under a Project Management Consultancy (PMC) model. This role is critical in maintaining alignment, mitigating conflicts, and fostering collaborative relationships across government entities, developers, consultants, contractors, and the community.

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Stakeholder Management Plan aligned with project objectives.

• Identify all relevant stakeholders (government authorities, utility agencies, clients, developers, communities) and map interests, influences, and impacts.

• Lead stakeholder meetings, forums, and coordination workshops to facilitate effective communication and decision-making.

• Act as a central point of contact between project teams and external authorities for permits, NOCs, and approvals.

• Proactively address stakeholder concerns, manage expectations, and mitigate risks related to public or regulatory opposition.

• Monitor stakeholder engagement metrics and ensure consistent documentation of communications, agreements, and action items.

• Support the project leadership in navigating political, social, and environmental sensitivities.

• Prepare and deliver stakeholder engagement reports, presentations, and briefings to client leadership.

• Ensure that all stakeholder activities comply with project governance and regional regulations.

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Urban Planning, Communications, or related field (Masters preferred).

• Minimum 15 years of experience, with a strong focus on stakeholder or interface management in large-scale infrastructure or development projects.

• Proven experience in a PMC or consultancy environment in the Middle East.

• Familiarity with local regulations, permitting processes, and government procedures.

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills

• Strategic thinking and political awareness

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

• High emotional intelligence and problem-solving capacity

• Ability to handle complex, sensitive issues with diplomacy and tact.