Authority Liaison Architect

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Job Description:

We seek a highly motivated and experienced Authority Liaison Architect to join our dynamic team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience working in an engineering consultancy environment in Dubai, with extensive experience in liaising with local authorities to secure necessary project approvals. The candidate will be critical in managing all aspects of authority approvals and ensuring compliance with local regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Authority Liaison: Serves as the primary contact between the company and various regulatory bodies (e.g., e.g., Dubai Municipality, Civil Defense, RTA, DEWA, Trakhees, Dubai Development Authority, Nakheel, JAFZA, Tecom & DCCA, DSO, DSC, etc.) to obtain necessary approvals and permits for projects.
• Documentation and Submissions: Prepares, reviews, and submits all necessary documents, drawings, and reports to relevant authorities to ensure timely project approvals.
• Compliance and Regulations: Ensures all project designs and documents comply with local building codes, standards, and regulations. Stay up-to-date with changes in regulatory requirements and communicate these effectively to the project teams.
• Coordination and Collaboration: Works closely with project managers, structural engineers, architects, and other stakeholders to incorporate regulatory requirements into the project planning and execution.
• Issue Resolution: Identifies potential issues with authority approvals and coordinates with internal teams to provide required clarifications or modifications to ensure compliance.
• Relationship Building: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key personnel in various regulatory authorities to facilitate a smooth approval process.
• Reporting: Maintain detailed records of all submissions and approvals and provide regular updates to the management team on the status of approvals and any potential delays.

Key Qualities:

• Detail-oriented: Ability to pay close attention to detail, ensuring all documentation and submissions meet stringent regulatory requirements.
• Strong Communicator: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively liaise with regulatory authorities and internal teams.
• Problem Solver: Ability to anticipate and address issues related to authority approvals swiftly and efficiently.
• Organized: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Proactive: A proactive approach to keeping up-to-date with regulatory changes and ensuring compliance across all project stages.
• Relationship Builder: Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with external stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience working in an engineering consultancy environment in Dubai, specifically in a role involving authority liaison and regulatory compliance.
• Technical Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of Dubai's building codes, regulations, and approval processes. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, or other relevant architectural and engineering software.
• Language Skills: Excellent command of English, both written and spoken; proficiency in Arabic is highly advantageous.
• Certifications: A professional engineering license or registration (e.g., UAE Society of Engineers) is preferred but not mandatory.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with regulatory bodies and project stakeholders.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to review project documents and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Active UAE Driving license

If you are a proactive and dedicated professional with a passion for ensuring regulatory compliance and managing authority approvals, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Join our team and contribute to the successful delivery of high-quality projects in Dubai!

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• engineering consultancy in Dubai: 3 years (Required)
• Authority Liaison in Dubai: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Fluent English & Native Arabic (Required)

License/Certification:

• Dubai Municipality License (Preferred)