AHMAD NASSAR
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Highly experienced Stakeholder Manager with extensive experience in the Dubai market, specializing in comprehensive governmental liaison and permit management. Possessing a deep understanding of local regulations and a strong network within entities like DEWA, RTA, DM and telecom authorities ( ETISALAT & DU ), I excel at streamlining complex approval processes, resolving critical issues, and ensuring seamless project approvals and timely permit acquisition for large-scale developments. Adept at mitigating risks and driving project efficiency through strategic stakeholder engagement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Stakeholder Manager
EITC (DU)
Dubai, UAE
02.2021 - 07.2025
- Lead the engagement and establish collaborative relationships with key governmental stakeholders in Dubai, including DEWA, RTA, and various telecommunication authorities, to facilitate project approvals and mitigate potential roadblocks.
- Successfully navigated complex regulatory frameworks and permit requirements across diverse governmental entities in Dubai, ensuring timely acquisition of all necessary project permits, licenses, and NOCs (No Objection Certificates).
- Acted as the primary liaison between project teams and governmental bodies, translating technical project requirements into clear, actionable requests for authorities and effectively communicating governmental feedback and regulations to internal teams.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive stakeholder engagement strategies, identifying critical governmental and regulatory touchpoints and proactively addressing concerns to foster a supportive project environment.
- Managed the end-to-end permit application process, from initial submission and follow-up to negotiation and resolution of complex issues, significantly reducing project delays caused by regulatory hurdles.
- Represented the organization in high-level meetings and negotiations with governmental officials, advocating for project interests while maintaining positive and productive relationships.
- Identified and mitigated potential risks associated with governmental approvals and stakeholder relations, developing contingency plans to ensure project continuity.
- Maintained meticulous records of all communications, permits, and regulatory documentation, ensuring compliance and providing a clear audit trail.
- Provided expert guidance to project teams on local regulations, governmental policies, and best practices for stakeholder engagement in the UAE context.
Project Engineer
EITC (DU)
Dubai
09.2018 - 02.2021
- Executed development projects across Dubai, including Dubai Design District and Expo 2020 City.
Managed multiple high-profile developments such as Damac Hills and Jumeirah Park District 6.
Oversaw construction initiatives in Al Furjan Development and Falcon City of Wonders.
Directed project workflows for Dubai Creek Harbor and Arabian Ranches phase 3.
Coordinated activities for DHCC Phase 2 and Wadi Al Shabak developments.
Led teams on projects in Al Aweer 710, Alwarqa 144, and Telal Al Ghaf.
Supervised execution of Madinat Hind 1 and Madinat Hind 2 developments.
Delivered strategic oversight for Foodteck Valley and The Valley projects.
MasterPlan Engineer
EITC (DU)
08.2016 - 09.2018
- Technical supervision for infrastructure works including drainage, sewerage, potable water firefighting networks, streetlights, and telecommunication.
- Ensuring the progress/ site daily reports and inspections requests are prepared and submitted by the site team.
- Ensuring accurate execution of project in adherence to approved specifications and quality.
- Project: Deira Waterfront (Al Khaleej Road) development.
Trainee
AL HIJAZ CONSTRUCTING CO.
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Getting involved with real life engineering in high rise building located in Dubai Land.
- Worked as trainee site Engineer.
- Introduced to post tension slabs, beams, columns.
- Introduced to Block works, plaster, water proofing & finishing.
Trainee
NATIONAL CONSTRUCTING COMPANY
01.2011 - 02.2011
- Being introduced to road works & directional drilling for services below street.
- Being introduced to road construction with different layers like subbase & base core.
Education
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - CIVIL ENGINEERING
University of Sharjah
SharjahSkills
- Engineering principles
- End-to-end project management
- AutoCad Drawing
- Supervising construction activities
- Aligning cross-functional site teams
- Construction Management
- Engineering Economics
- Formulating project strategies
- Executing project strategies
- Engineering Drawing
- GIS Data Collection
- Program Management
- Strategic planning software
- Ethical conduct
Personal Information
- Title: Civil Engineer / Project Manager
- Date of birth: 04/11/88
- Nationality: Jordanian
- Marital status: Married
- Visa status: Company's Visa
Languages
Arabic
Native
Accomplishments
Managing to Obtain Corridor within DIP District for Du infrastructure
Best Employee - Infrastructure Planning Department
Certification
UAE Driving license
Timeline
Stakeholder Manager
EITC (DU)
02.2021 - 07.2025
Project Engineer
EITC (DU)
09.2018 - 02.2021
MasterPlan Engineer
EITC (DU)
08.2016 - 09.2018
Trainee
AL HIJAZ CONSTRUCTING CO.
06.2014 - 08.2014
Trainee
NATIONAL CONSTRUCTING COMPANY
01.2011 - 02.2011
BACHELOR'S DEGREE - CIVIL ENGINEERING
University of Sharjah
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