Manager - NOC's and Permits

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with relevant government agencies, municipalities, and regulatory bodies to secure NOCs, permits, and statutory approvals in line with project schedules.
• Prepare and submit permit applications, technical documents, and compliance reports.
• Track approval processes and maintain an up-to-date permitting register.
• Utilities & External Interfaces
• Liaise with utility providers (telecom, electricity, water, gas, etc.) to assess potential conflicts with project designs.
• Coordinate utility diversion, relocation, or protection works to minimize disruption to construction activities.
• Support the resolution of conflicts between project works and third-party assets.
• Review design drawings to identify potential clashes with existing infrastructure.
• Provide engineering input to support design modifications required by authorities or utility providers.
• Assist in preparing technical presentations and documentation for client and authority meetings.
• Act as the focal point for communication with permitting authorities and statutory agencies.
• Ensure compliance with local codes, regulations, and project requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all submissions, correspondences, and approvals for audit and project records.
• Support project managers and engineering teams with timely advice on approval requirements.
• Monitor critical path activities related to NOCs and permits, flagging risks and recommending mitigation measures.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in permitting, authority liaison, or utility coordination on large-scale infrastructure/transportation projects (rail/metro/roads), 15 years of total experience
• Familiarity with local authority requirements, codes, and approval procedures (e.g., municipalities, telecoms, power, water, civil defense, traffic departments).
• Strong knowledge of design drawings, utility diversions, and construction methodologies.
• Experience in PMC, consultancy, or contracting environments preferred.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to negotiate and build relationships with external authorities and service providers.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of CAD or design review tools is an advantage.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); Arabic proficiency desirable, especially for liaising with local