Synonyms and related words :
Machiavellian, a, architect, behind-the-scenes operator, calculator, contriver, designer, developer, deviser, eminence grise, enterpriser, entrepreneur, finagler, framer, gamesman, gray eminence, intriguer, kingmaker, logroller, machinator, maneuverer, manipulator, operator, organizer, planner, pork-barrel politician, projector, promoter, schemer, strategian, tactician, wheeler-dealer, wire-puller