Utility Liaison Manager - KSIA

About the Role

Join one of the world's most prestigious engineering and construction companies as a Utility Liaison Manager for the transformational King Salman International Airport project in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead utility stakeholder management on one of the most ambitious airport developments globally, with a capacity for up to 185 million travelers by 2050.

Since 1898, Bechtel has delivered more than 25,000 projects across 160 countries, building critical infrastructure that creates jobs, grows economies, and makes the world safer and cleaner. In the GCC region, we have played significant roles in developing King Khalid, King Fahad, Dubai, Hamad, and Muscat international airports, bringing unparalleled expertise to this landmark project.

The King Salman International Airport development includes three new terminals: Terminal 6 (450,000m² low-cost carrier terminal with 20mppa capacity), the Iconic Terminal (1M m² with 40-45 mppa capacity), and a Private Aviation Terminal for VIP and business jet passengers. As the Utility Liaison Manager, you will be instrumental in ensuring seamless coordination between multiple utility stakeholders and project teams throughout this complex undertaking.

Key Responsibilities
Stakeholder Management & Relationship Building

• Establish comprehensive processes and procedures to manage interfaces with KSA utility stakeholders, ensuring effective engagement and sustained communication
• Identify and analyze the specific needs of each stakeholder group, developing targeted communication and engagement strategies
• Nurture and maintain relationships with utility stakeholders throughout the project duration
• Create and maintain detailed RACI matrices for all internal and external stakeholders to clarify roles and responsibilities

Communication & Coordination

• Facilitate structured communication between workstreams, client departments, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration
• Lead and coordinate workshops, meetings (online and face-to-face), and working groups with comprehensive documentation
• Attend regular weekly and monthly project meetings, tracking required actions from all stakeholders and ensuring follow-up
• Maintain accurate records of all stakeholder interactions and project developments

Utility Strategy & Permit Management

• Collaborate with the client and their designated representatives to support and coordinate comprehensive utility strategy
• Proactively engage with utility stakeholders to clarify specific requirements for obtaining necessary permits and approvals
• Ensure timely collection, completion, and submission of all relevant documentation to facilitate efficient permit acquisition
• Monitor and report on the status of utility interfaces, identifying and escalating risks, issues, and potential delays

Project Support & Risk Management

• Assist and guide project teams by leveraging utility expertise to inform stakeholder inputs and decision-making
• Monitor technical interfaces and provide regular status updates on utility coordination activities
• Identify potential project delays and communicate findings to the Stakeholder Manager
• Incorporate lessons learned from stakeholder discussions into future project strategies

Requirements
Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or international equivalent with 10-13 years of relevant experience, or 14-17 years of relevant work experience
• Essential experience in stakeholder engagement on large-scale programs with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Proven track record in managing utilities diversion on large-scale infrastructure programs
• Experience working on complex construction or infrastructure projects, preferably in the aviation or transportation sector

Core Competencies

• Highly driven self-starter with strong commitment to achieving results and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Exceptional organizational skills with proven ability to communicate clearly and engage effectively across all organizational levels
• Outstanding attention to detail with consistent demonstration of accuracy, quality, and high standards of excellence
• Advanced time management capabilities including planning, prioritization, and multitasking in fast-paced environments

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Fluency in both Arabic and English with strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Excellent presentation skills and ability to facilitate meetings and workshops effectively
• Proven experience working within multicultural and diverse team environments
• Strong capability in partnering with diverse internal and external stakeholders

Leadership & Problem-Solving

• Demonstrated ability to influence outcomes and appropriately escalate issues when necessary
• Proven capability to manage conflict in high-pressure situations and perform effectively under pressure
• Strong analytical skills with ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex problems
• Experience adapting to changing priorities and meeting tight deadlines

Technical Proficiency

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience with project management tools and stak