Project Coordination Manager

Our client is a leading real estate developer in Abu Dhabi with an established portfolio of large-scale residential, mixed-use and master-planned developments that are shaping the Emirate's future. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a Project Stakeholder Coordination Manager to lead stakeholder engagement across multiple high-profile developments.This is a pivotal role responsible for managing relationships with government authorities, utility providers, infrastructure agencies and internal project teams to ensure approvals, permits and stakeholder requirements are coordinated efficiently throughout the development lifecycle.The RoleReporting to the CDO, the Project Stakeholder Coordination Manager will act as the primary liaison between the developer and external stakeholders, ensuring all statutory approvals, authority requirements and project interfaces are managed proactively to support successful project delivery.Working closely with Development, Design, Project Management and Construction teams, you will develop stakeholder engagement strategies, resolve technical and commercial issues, and facilitate collaboration between all parties involved in the development process.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement stakeholder management strategies across multiple development projects.Build and maintain strong relationships with key government entities, regulatory authorities and utility providers.Coordinate approvals, permits, NOCs and statutory submissions required throughout the project lifecycle.Act as the primary point of contact for external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and issue resolution.Coordinate with internal Development, Design, Infrastructure, Project Management and Construction teams to ensure stakeholder requirements are integrated into project planning.Monitor approval programmes and identify potential risks or delays, implementing mitigation strategies where required.Lead coordination meetings with authorities, consultants, contractors and utility providers.Track stakeholder commitments, action items and project interfaces to ensure timely delivery.Support infrastructure coordination, utility connections and authority inspections through to project completion.Ensure compliance with all applicable Abu Dhabi regulations and authority requirements.Prepare regular reports on stakeholder engagement, approvals status and project risks for senior management.Support the successful handover of completed developments by coordinating final authority approvals and clearances.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning or a related discipline.8-12+ years' experience in stakeholder management, project coordination or development management within the UAE.Previous experience working for a real estate developer, engineering consultancy or infrastructure organisation.Strong understanding of the Abu Dhabi development approval process and regulatory environment.Experience coordinating with authorities such as:DMTADREC