Stakeholder Interface Manager

UAE Branches; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 293,000 - 368,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Stakeholder / Interface Manager to oversee stakeholder and interface management for large power and water transmission projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in similar roles, overseeing project processes and fostering strong relationships with multiple stakeholders. This role demands exceptional leadership skills and the ability to manage project compliance and communication effectively.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in large power and water distribution projects.
• Proven experience in a similar role with scope and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project stakeholder and interface management system.
• Identify project stakeholders and formulate engagement strategies.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Develop and implement project management plans and procedures.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Title

Stakeholder / Interface Manager

Company: KBRAbu Dhabi
Location: Abu Dhabi
Experience Required: 10 years

Employment Type: Fulltime Contract

About Company

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The KBR team delivers futureforward science technology and engineering solutions and missioncritical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and valueadded solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include worldclass licensed process technologies differentiated advisory services deep technical domain expertise energy transition solutions highend design and engineering capabilities and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Job Purpose

The Program Stakeholder and Interface Manager will oversee the entire Project Stakeholder and Interface Management system.

This is a PMC role and there will be multiple Supervision Consultants and EPCs appointed directly by the Client. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all stakeholder and interface management requirements on the largescale power and water transmission projects in Abu Dhabi. This role involves managing technical and functional coordination between systems disciplines and multiple contractors. Also stakeholder engagement communication oversight of regulatory compliance as well as strategic planning and collaboration with various stakeholders. Development and implementation of a program wide stakeholder and Interface Management plans and processes to effectively manage the project requirements .

Job Responsibilities

• Identifies all project stakeholders and formulates engagement strategies to ensure all parties are kept up to date on project and program status.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders including clients supervision consultants contractors vendors and regulatory authorities to ensure alignment and compliance with project requirements.
• Oversee the development and implementation of project management plans processes and procedures.
• Reviews supervision consultant/contractors scheduled for authority approvals duration correctness
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams fostering a culture of awareness and continuous improvement.
• Monitors project progress and team performance implementing corrective actions as necessary to address any deviations from the project plans.
• Prepare and present regular project stakeholder / interface reports to senior management and the client detailing progress challenges and solutions etc.
• Guide and mentor project team members promoting professional development and knowledge sharing.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and other stakeholders to maintain project support and mitigate any concerns.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree.
• 10 years of experience in projects specifically in large power and water distribution programmes.
• Proven experience in a similar role on programmes with a similar scope.

Technical Skills

• Indepth knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Must have indepth knowledge of Abu Dhabi authorities approval requirements and processes.
• Proficiency in project scheduling and resource management.

Soft Skills

• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problemsolving and decisionmaking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive approach to risk management and conflict resolution.

Required Experience

Manager