Company Description
At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.
Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 130 countries worldwide.
Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
Job Description
We're looking for an experienced Director - Stakeholder & Interface Lead to join our organization in KSA. In this strategic leadership role, you will take ownership of program-wide stakeholder relationship management and interface coordination, serving as the critical link that ensures seamless alignment across all project initiatives. You will be responsible for identifying, managing, and resolving cross-project dependencies while fostering collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders. This position requires a decisive, visionary leader who can navigate complex organizational dynamics and drive strategic coordination across multiple teams and initiatives.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive stakeholder engagement strategy that aligns with program objectives and organizational goals
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across all levels of the organization and external partners
- Coordinate interface management activities to ensure effective communication and collaboration between project teams
- Identify, analyze, and resolve cross-project dependencies and potential conflicts proactively
- Facilitate alignment meetings and forums to ensure all stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the program lifecycle
- Monitor stakeholder satisfaction and engagement levels, implementing corrective actions as needed
- Create and maintain stakeholder communication plans and interface documentation
- Lead the development of governance structures and decision-making frameworks for program-wide coordination
- Provide strategic guidance on stakeholder priorities and ensure program adjustments reflect stakeholder needs
- Report on stakeholder engagement metrics and interface coordination effectiveness to senior leadership
- Mentor and support team members involved in stakeholder management and interface coordination activities
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in stakeholder management, program coordination, or related leadership roles
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex, multi-stakeholder environments
- Strong expertise in cross-functional coordination and dependency management
- Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts and build consensus among diverse groups
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for different audiences
- Experience developing and implementing stakeholder engagement strategies
- Proficiency in program or project management methodologies and frameworks
- Strong analytical and strategic planning capabilities
- Experience working in matrix organizational structures
- Familiarity with stakeholder engagement tools and techniques
- Preferred: Experience in large-scale, multi-disciplinary programs or initiatives
- Preferred: Knowledge of interface management best practices and standards
- Preferred: Experience in the KSA business environment or similar regional contexts
