Strategic Stakeholder Lead – Infrastructure Engagement

Mott MacDonald; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Stakeholder Lead to strengthen its Strategic Pipeline Alliance team. The successful candidate will oversee communication and engagement activities, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure positive community interactions as part of a major water infrastructure project. This role requires strong experience in stakeholder management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex environments to deliver successful project outcomes. Competitive benefits and support for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Annual bonus schemes

Health Assurance and Medical Insurance

Minimum 33 days holiday

Enhanced family leave policies

Structured development schemes

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stakeholder management and community engagement within large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Understanding of statutory EIA planning requirements and stakeholder consultation best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive communication and engagement activities for the Strategic Pipeline Alliance.
• Coordinate engagement with local authorities and communities.
• Conduct stakeholder identification and mapping.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Community engagement

Conflict resolution

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication

Job description

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Stakeholder Lead to strengthen its Strategic Pipeline Alliance team. The successful candidate will oversee communication and engagement activities, manage stakeholder relationships, and ensure positive community interactions as part of a major water infrastructure project. This role requires strong experience in stakeholder management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex environments to deliver successful project outcomes. Competitive benefits and support for professional development are offered.