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Permits, Licensing and Approvals Manager

Hill International, Inc.Jiddah, KSA1 months agoMid-Seniorfulltime
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About This Role

Job Description We are looking for a seasoned professional to support a critical project phase and drive end-to-end occupancy permit processes, ensuring compliance, smooth inspections, and successful project close-out.

Responsibilities Key Responsibilities

  • Authority Approvals & Compliance
  • Manage the complete occupancy permit process with relevant authorities (Municipality, Civil Defense, MODON, KAEC, etc.)
  • Ensure compliance with all local building codes, safety regulations, and zoning requirements
  • Liaise with authorities to obtain required approvals and resolve compliance issues
  • Inspection Management
  • Coordinate inspections with:
  • Civil Defense (fire & life safety systems)
  • Municipality inspectors
  • Utility providers (electricity, water, sewage)
  • Ensure all systems are tested, certified, and approved
  • Documentation & Submissions
  • Prepare and submit:
  • As-built drawings
  • Completion certificates
  • Test & commissioning reports
  • Maintain a tracker of submissions, approvals, and pending actions
  • Project Close-Out & Handover
  • Lead close-out activities including snagging/punch list clearance
  • Ensure all contractor deliverables are completed
  • Coordinate final handover to client/end-user
  • Stakeholder Coordination
  • Act as key liaison between:
  • Contractors & subcontractors
  • Consultants
  • Developers (KAEC / MODON / Emaar, etc.)
  • Government authorities
  • Drive alignment to meet deadlines
  • Risk & Schedule Management
  • Identify potential delays in approvals
  • Escalate issues proactively
  • Ensure occupancy permit is obtained within project timelines

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field
  • 8–15+ years of experience
  • Strong experience in:
  • Authority approvals in KSA
  • Building handover / project close-out
  • Civil Defense approvals & compliance
  • Experience with large-scale projects (industrial, infrastructure, real estate, healthcare, etc.)

Key Skills

  • Strong knowledge of Saudi regulatory frameworks
  • Stakeholder & authority management
  • Documentation and compliance tracking
  • Problem-solving and negotiation
  • Attention to detail and deadlines
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