13 Stakeholders jobs in Abu Dhabi

Sector: Energy / Demand Side Management (DSM)
Experience Required: 3–5 years
Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or related fields

Job Summary:

The Stakeholder Engagement Senior Specialist plays a key strategic role in earning and maintaining the trust of key stakeholders in the energy sector’s ability to deliver a comprehensive portfolio of programs aligned with the Demand Side Management (DSM) strategy. The role ensures alignment, monitors progress, manages risks, and contributes to realizing energy savings and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain stakeholder trust to ensure alignment and support for DSM programs.

• Lead and coordinate the Portfolio Management Office (PMO) functions to mitigate sector risks.

• Support and monitor program lifecycle from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to DSM strategy.

• Manage integrated program schedules, track monthly progress, and identify/report gaps or issues.

• Align DSM investments and savings with program outcomes and financial reports.

• Collaborate with project teams and task force leads to ensure successful program delivery.

• Apply and promote Program Lifecycle Standards and Centre of Excellence best practices.

• Facilitate the allocation of responsibilities across stakeholders, ensuring clarity in risk, benefits, and communication management.

• Support decision-making by evaluating program efficiency, identifying opportunities and risks, and proposing enhancements.

• Report monthly to management and prepare governance reports for quarterly forums.

• Analyze capacity and resources across the portfolio, addressing any gaps or shortages.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of DSM strategy, policy frameworks, cost-saving mechanisms, and benefits realization.

• Experience in policymaking and program evaluation in the energy sector.

• In-depth understanding of Abu Dhabi’s energy sector, regional and global trends.

• Familiarity with the Department of Energy and other key energy stakeholders.

• Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

• High organizational capability with ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Ability to lead, influence, and support cross-functional teams.

• Flexible and adaptable to change in a dynamic environment.

This role is ideal for a proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for energy efficiency and a drive to shape the energy sector through effective stakeholder collaboration and high-impact program delivery.

A career opportunity has emerged for a seasoned Stakeholder Manager. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in coordinating planning efforts that impact stakeholders across various projects, encompassing governance and communication with end users and stakeholders to maintain a consistent and accurate message from project staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake tasks on large-scale projects under the guidance of a Business Lead or Project Manager.
• Develop and nurture stakeholder relationships as the representative of the organization.
• Maintain and update the stakeholder management register as required.
• Cultivate a deep understanding of planning processes to facilitate coordination with authorities and government entities for clarifications, justifications, and permits.
• Provide support to business leads, design engineers, and project managers throughout the permitting process to secure necessary approvals, NOCs, and project permits.
• Ensure timely delivery of required documents by project managers in accordance with Authorities' requirements, guidelines, and standard specifications.
• Coordinate with Government authorities regarding project submissions, revisions, clarifications, approvals, justifications, and approvals by statutory authorities.
• Review document completion processes to be submitted as required by local authorities on behalf of the organization.
• Monitor project progress, periodically update status via dashboards, and notify the Project Manager or Business Lead of potential risks in the permitting process that could impact the schedule.
• Possess current connections at senior levels with Government and Utility providers.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering.
• Local Authority Engineer registration is preferred.
• Working towards or holding membership of a professional body (PMP etc) is desired.
• A minimum of 8 years of post-undergraduate experience.

About the Organization:

The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. 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.

The organization is a global leader in infrastructure, 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.

What Makes This Opportunity Exceptional:

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, you'll 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 you've always envisioned.

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.

Sector: Energy / Demand Side Management (DSM)
Experience Required: 3–5 years
Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or related fields

Job Summary:

The Stakeholder Engagement Senior Specialist plays a key strategic role in earning and maintaining the trust of key stakeholders in the energy sector's ability to deliver a comprehensive portfolio of programs aligned with the Demand Side Management (DSM) strategy. The role ensures alignment, monitors progress, manages risks, and contributes to realizing energy savings and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain stakeholder trust to ensure alignment and support for DSM programs.

• Lead and coordinate the Portfolio Management Office (PMO) functions to mitigate sector risks.

• Support and monitor program lifecycle from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to DSM strategy.

• Manage integrated program schedules, track monthly progress, and identify/report gaps or issues.

• Align DSM investments and savings with program outcomes and financial reports.

• Collaborate with project teams and task force leads to ensure successful program delivery.

• Apply and promote Program Lifecycle Standards and Centre of Excellence best practices.

• Facilitate the allocation of responsibilities across stakeholders, ensuring clarity in risk, benefits, and communication management.

• Support decision-making by evaluating program efficiency, identifying opportunities and risks, and proposing enhancements.

• Report monthly to management and prepare governance reports for quarterly forums.

• Analyze capacity and resources across the portfolio, addressing any gaps or shortages.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of DSM strategy, policy frameworks, cost-saving mechanisms, and benefits realization.

• Experience in policymaking and program evaluation in the energy sector.

• In-depth understanding of Abu Dhabi's energy sector, regional and global trends.

• Familiarity with the Department of Energy and other key energy stakeholders.

• Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

• High organizational capability with ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Ability to lead, influence, and support cross-functional teams.

• Flexible and adaptable to change in a dynamic environment.

This role is ideal for a proactive, strategic thinker with a passion for energy efficiency and a drive to shape the energy sector through effective stakeholder collaboration and high-impact program delivery.

This opportunity is part of AECOM's Fursa Program and open exclusively to UAE Nationals holding a valid family book.

Join AECOM's 2026 Graduate Program

AECOM is seeking a motivated Graduate Stakeholder Specialist to join our Civil Infrastructure team. This role is designed for recent graduates in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related disciplines who are interested in combining technical knowledge with stakeholder engagement. You will support the delivery of high-profile infrastructure projects by assisting with communication, coordination, and relationship-building between technical teams, clients, government authorities, and the wider community. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both engineering and stakeholder engagement within the infrastructure sector.

• Assist in coordinating stakeholder meetings, workshops, and site visits for infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, utilities, and transport networks.
• Support the preparation of project-related documentation including meeting minutes, technical presentations, and progress updates tailored for internal and external stakeholders.
• Help track stakeholder requirements (e.g., community concerns, authority regulations, client objectives) and ensure they are clearly communicated to project teams.
• Maintain stakeholder databases and records relevant to project phases, approvals, and technical inputs.
• Support engineers and project managers in responding to client, government authority, and community queries.
• Participate in multidisciplinary project teams to gain exposure to civil engineering design, project management, and stakeholder engagement.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Candidates must be recent 2024 or 2025 graduates to be eligible for AECOM's Graduate Program.
• Successful applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 2.8 (or equivalent) and above.
• As part of AECOM's commitment to Emiratisation and in compliance with UAE labour law, only UAE Nationals with a family book will be considered for this role.

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 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

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, you'll 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 you've always envisioned. Here, you'll 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.

This opportunity is part of AECOM’s Fursa Program and open exclusively to UAE Nationals holding a valid family book.

Join AECOM's 2026 Graduate Program

AECOM is seeking a motivated Graduate Stakeholder Specialist to join our Civil Infrastructure team. This role is designed for recent graduates in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related disciplines who are interested in combining technical knowledge with stakeholder engagement. You will support the delivery of high-profile infrastructure projects by assisting with communication, coordination, and relationship-building between technical teams, clients, government authorities, and the wider community. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both engineering and stakeholder engagement within the infrastructure sector.

• Assist in coordinating stakeholder meetings, workshops, and site visits for infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, utilities, and transport networks.
• Support the preparation of project-related documentation including meeting minutes, technical presentations, and progress updates tailored for internal and external stakeholders.
• Help track stakeholder requirements (e.g., community concerns, authority regulations, client objectives) and ensure they are clearly communicated to project teams.
• Maintain stakeholder databases and records relevant to project phases, approvals, and technical inputs.
• Support engineers and project managers in responding to client, government authority, and community queries.
• Participate in multidisciplinary project teams to gain exposure to civil engineering design, project management, and stakeholder engagement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Candidates must be recent 2024 or 2025 graduates to be eligible for AECOM's Graduate Program.
• Successful applicants must have achieved a minimum GPA of 2.8 (or equivalent) and above.
• As part of AECOM’s commitment to Emiratisation and in compliance with UAE labour law, only UAE Nationals with a family book will be considered for this role.

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 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll 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.

Project Stakeholder Management Specialist Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Project Stakeholder Management Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing effective stakeholder management strategies, ensuring seamless communication and coordination across all project phases.

• Develop and implement comprehensive stakeholder management strategies to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, municipalities, transport agencies, regulatory bodies, clients, and local communities to facilitate project approvals and compliance.
• Act as the primary liaison between the project team and external stakeholders, addressing concerns, feedback, and requirements.
• Organize and lead regular stakeholder meetings, workshops, and consultations to provide updates, gather input, and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Manage public relations efforts related to the project, developing communication plans to engage the community and address any concerns.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including environmental, safety, planning, and transportation regulations.
• Work closely with local and national government entities to obtain necessary approvals, permits, and licenses.
• Monitor policy changes, urban planning guidelines, and railway regulations that may impact the project, developing strategies to mitigate risks.
• Address and resolve permitting issues, land acquisition challenges, and right-of-way approvals in collaboration with legal and technical teams.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

AECOM are currently seeking a Senior Stakeholder Specialist to be based in Dubai. The successful candidate will coordinateplanning efforts affecting impacted stakeholders for all project plans including governance and communication with end users and stakeholders to maintain a consistent and accurate message from project staff.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake tasks on relatively large projects under the general guidance of a Business Lead/PM.
• Responsible for developing Stakeholder relationships as a face of AECOM.
• Maintains the implementation of the stakeholder(s) management register and updates as required.
• Strong knowledge of planning processes is required to coordinate with the authorities and government entities for clarifications justifications and permits from statutory authorities.
• Facilitates business leads design engineers and project managers with the overall permitting process to secure required approvals NOCs and project permits.
• Ensures PMs deliver required documents on schedule and in accordance with Authorities requirements guidelines and standard specifications.
• Coordinates with Government authorities regarding project submissions revisions clarifications approvals justifications and approvals by statutory authorities.
• Reviews all document completion processes to be submitted as required by the local authorities on behalf of AECOM.
• Monitors project progress periodically updates status via dashboards and notifies the PM/ business lead of any potential risks in the permitting process that could impact the schedule.
• Should hold current links at senior levels with Government and Utility providers.

Qualifications :

• B. Sc or BEng in Architecture or Engineering
• Local Authority Engineer registration preferred
• Working towards or attaining membership of a professional body (PMP etc) preferred
• Minimum 8 years postundergraduate experience

Additional Information :

About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public and privatesector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options.Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation benefits and wellbeing programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industryleading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract

Job Description

WSP is seeking a motivated Administrative Coordinator (Stakeholder Management) to join our dynamic team in Abu Dhabi. This role provides an excellent opportunity to start a career in stakeholder engagement and approvals management for Advisory Services projects. The successful candidate will support coordination with government authorities, utilities, and other key stakeholders, while also contributing to essential administrative tasks that ensure the smooth execution of projects.

• Assist in managing stakeholder relationships, including government authorities, municipalities, and utility providers.
• Support the coordination and submission of NOCs, permits, and regulatory approvals for advisory services projects.
• Assist in preparing stakeholder engagement plans, reports, and documentation.
• Attend stakeholder meetings, take minutes, and track action items.
• Maintain accurate records of stakeholder communications and project-related correspondence.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for stakeholder engagement activities.
• Perform general administrative tasks such as organizing files, scheduling meetings, preparing presentations, and supporting project documentation.
• Assist with internal reporting requirements and data entry to ensure accurate project tracking.
• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, planning, and project management) to ensure smooth communication with stakeholders.
• Support resolution of stakeholder concerns and ensure compliance with local regulations and project requirements.

• UAE Nationality (with a valid Family Book).
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Fresh graduate or up to 2 years of experience in stakeholder management, approvals coordination, or project support.
• Experience in stakeholder or approvals coordination in construction or related sectors.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of UAE regulatory frameworks, NOC processes, and stakeholder engagement practices is an advantage.
• Fluency in English is required.

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• Job Identification 72945
• Locations Level 12, Office Units 1203 & 1204, Abu Dhabi, AE