Stakeholder Interface Engineer

Role Overview

The Stakeholder Interface Engineer acts as the main liaison between the project team and all external entities. This position is responsible for mapping and regularly updating a comprehensive stakeholder register containing contacts, terms of reference, memorandums of understanding, agreements, and similar documents.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for external parties, engaging with them to understand their requirements and concerns while effectively managing their expectations.
• Establish and oversee protocols for interaction between stakeholders and third-party contributors to ensure smooth project execution and development.
• Engage key third-party stakeholders affected by project activities to maintain productive relationships and provide regular reports to RCRC.
• Develop and implement an Interface Management Plan that outlines procedures for identification, development, and agreement processes with third parties.
• Manage interfaces by securing necessary permits and approvals for all project aspects; track, escalate, expedite, and address authority issues and associated risks.
• Communicate regularly with the client and key stakeholders regarding authority-related matters.
• Produce standardized documentation and periodic reports for senior management and stakeholders, highlighting critical issues, risks, resolutions, and project impacts.
• Disseminate a Monthly Stakeholder Report.
• Provide support to Procurement and Contracts departments as needed.
• Promote a collaborative team environment to address interface challenges, ensuring timely issue resolution and coordinated delivery of interface work.
• Coordinate timely distribution of relevant information to all concerned parties.
• Adhere to Hill International’s Quality, Environmental, Safety, and Occupational Health policies and procedures throughout employment.
• Undertake any additional tasks assigned by supervisors or management.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• At least 10 years of experience in strategic planning or project management roles.
• Proven experience with large-scale real estate development projects.
• Familiarity with water and wastewater master planning.
• Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder management.
• Ability to develop formal Agreements and Memorandums of Understanding with strategic partners.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Well-presented with strong communication abilities.