Authorities’ Liaison Officer (Real Estate Developer)

توظيف الجمل الوردي; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A government-affiliated entity in Sharjah is seeking an experienced Authorities’ Liaison Officer. The role involves managing interactions with local government entities to acquire permits and approvals essential for real estate projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 3–5 years of experience in liaison roles with Sharjah authorities, and fluency in Arabic and English. Strong knowledge of UAE codes and submission systems is required. The position focuses on ensuring compliance and smooth project execution from initiation to handover.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in liaison roles with Sharjah authorities for real estate projects.
• Experience with Municipality, SEWA, Civil Defense, Etisalat, and related bodies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with authorities for project-related permits and approvals.
• Advise internal teams on local codes and regulatory timelines.
• Track and follow up on authority submissions including building permits.
• Support design teams in integrating authority feedback.
• Facilitate on-site inspections and resolve authority-related delays.
• Maintain documentation and approval logs for authority interactions.
• Prepare and submit project updates to senior leadership.

Skills

Fluent in Arabic

Fluent in English

Strong knowledge of UAE codes

Documentation management skills

Regulatory workflows

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an Authorities’ Liaison Officer for a government affiliated entity based in the UAE.

Location – Sharjah, UAE

Salary – 8,000 AED/month

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Engineering.
• 3–5 years’ experience in liaison roles with Sharjah authorities for real estate projects.
• Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Strong knowledge of UAE codes, Sharjah submission systems, and authority procedures.
• Experience with Municipality, SEWA, Civil Defense, Etisalat, and related bodies.
• Skilled in documentation management and regulatory workflows.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with authorities (Sharjah Municipality, SEWA, Civil Defense, RTA, etc.) for project-related permits, approvals, and inspections.
• Advise internal teams on local codes, procedures, and regulatory timelines from initiation through completion.
• Track and follow up on authority submissions including building permits, excavation, utility NOCs, and certificates of completion.
• Support design teams in integrating authority feedback and requirements into submissions.
• Facilitate on-site inspections and resolve authority-related construction delays.
• Maintain central documentation and approval logs for all authority interactions.
• Prepare and submit project updates and approval status reports to Project Managers and senior leadership.
• Ensure proper closure and documentation of all authority approvals during handover and post-completion phases.

Key Performance Indicators

• Timeliness of permits and approvals vs. project schedule.
• Number of authority-related issues resolved without delay.
• Accuracy and completeness of authority submission documentation.
• Effectiveness of communication with government stakeholders.
• Up-to-date tracking and reporting of authority processes.

Winning Behaviors

• Regulatory Knowledge and Authority Navigation.
• Communication and Relationship Management (Arabic/English).
• Documentation and Process Tracking.
• Problem Solving and Resolution Under Pressure.
• Compliance and Attention to Detail.

About the Role

We are seeking an Authorities’ Liaison Officer to manage all interactions with local Sharjah government entities and regulatory bodies for real estate development projects, ensuring timely acquisition of permits, approvals, and NOCs. The role plays a critical part in maintaining compliance and enabling smooth project execution from initiation to handover.