Permits, Licensing and Approvals Manager Hill International (Middle East) Ltd.

Key Responsibilities

1. 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 

2. 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 

3. Documentation & Submissions

• Prepare and submit: 

  • As-built drawings 

  • Completion certificates 

  • Test & commissioning reports 

• Maintain a tracker of submissions, approvals, and pending actions 

4. 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 

5. Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as key liaison between: 

  • Contractors & subcontractors 

  • Consultants  

  • Developers (KAEC / MODON / Emaar, etc.) 

  • Government authorities 

• Drive alignment to meet deadlines 

6. Risk & Schedule Management

• Identify potential delays in approvals 

• Escalate issues proactively 

• Ensure occupancy permit is obtained within project timelines