Stakeholder Manager

Stakeholder Manager Full-time State/Province: Riyadh Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Arabia Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places Work Location Model: On-Site Operating Group: International Primary Location: KSA - Riyadh, SA - The Business Gate Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

We are seeking a strategic and professional Stakeholder Manager to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this pivotal role, you will serve as a key liaison between our organization and its diverse stakeholder groups, ensuring effective communication, alignment, and collaboration across all levels. You will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships while managing competing interests and driving organizational objectives forward. Identify, analyze, and map all internal and external stakeholders relevant to organizational initiatives and strategic goals Develop and implement comprehensive stakeholder engagement strategies tailored to different stakeholder groups and their specific needs Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholder communications, ensuring timely, accurate, and transparent information sharing Facilitate regular stakeholder meetings, consultations, and feedback sessions to gather input and address concerns Analyze stakeholder feedback and concerns, identifying potential risks and opportunities for organizational improvement Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure stakeholder needs are integrated into project planning and execution Manage stakeholder expectations by clearly communicating project timelines, deliverables, and any changes or challenges Develop and maintain stakeholder communication plans, including reports, presentations, and documentation Monitor stakeholder satisfaction and engagement levels, implementing corrective actions as needed Resolve conflicts and mediate disputes between stakeholders and internal teams using diplomatic and professional approaches Provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership based on stakeholder insights and market intelligence Ensure cultural awareness and sensitivity in all stakeholder interactions, particularly within the Saudi Arabian business context Qualifications 15 years of experianse in stakeholder management, relationship management, or similar roles Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences Demonstrated expertise in stakeholder mapping, analysis, and engagement strategy development Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders simultaneously Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail Proficiency in conflict resolution and negotiation techniques Experience with project coordination and management methodologies Familiarity with stakeholder management tools and software platforms Knowledge of business acumen and organizational dynamics Ability to think strategically and align stakeholder needs with organizational objectives Preferred: Experience working in