Design Coordinator Projects

Penspen; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Design Coordinator Projects based in Abu Dhabi. The role involves liaising between the organization and regulatory bodies, managing approvals, and ensuring compliance throughout project execution. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering, extensive experience in UAE, and fluency in both Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years program in engineering.
• 10 years of experience in UAE is a must.
• 5 years’ experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Act as the point of interface with government entities for approvals and permits.
• Coordinate documentation for No Objection Certificates and regulatory approvals.
• Draft and manage communications with authorities.

Skills

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant field

Job description

Design Coordinator Projects

We are hiring an experienced Design Coordinator Projects based in Abu Dhabi.

The Engineering Coordinator will serve as the primary liaison between the organization and external authorities, and internally between all departments inside the Projects Division, ensuring timely acquisition of necessary NOCs, permits, and approvals. The role involves initiating and managing official correspondence, coordinating fee payments, and maintaining strong relationships with regulatory bodies. This position is critical to facilitating smooth project execution by ensuring compliance with all relevant authority requirements.

Key Responsibilities :

• Act as the point of interface with government entities, municipalities, and regulatory bodies to facilitate engineering-related approvals and permits.
• Coordinate the preparation, submission, and follow-up of all required documentation to obtain No Objection Certificates (NOCs), permits, and other regulatory approvals.
• Draft, issue, and manage formal communications with internal and external authorities, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and regulatory expectations.
• Manage and track payments of authority-related fees, ensuring timely processing and accurate documentation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders to support project progress and resolve any engineering-related issues.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with local regulations, codes, and standards as mandated by relevant authorities.
• Maintain organized records of all correspondence, approvals, permits, and payments related to authority coordination.

Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant field (minimum 4 years program)

10 years of experience in UAE is a must

5 years’ experience in a similar role

Fluency in Arabic & English (Verbal & Written)

Holds a valid UAE driving License

Resident of Abu Dhabi

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Location UAE - Abu Dhabi Job Family Engineering Type of Contract Fixed Term Contract Full / Part time Full Time Region (current) Middle East Closing Date 31 / 08 / 2025 Ref No 15085