Liaison Officer

Powerchina; Eastern Samar; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking Space

Job summary

Powerchina is seeking a Permit Officer / Liaison Officer for an on-site role in Samar. You will secure permits, licenses, and clearances, coordinating with national and local agencies to keep construction on schedule and compliant.

You will work with departments and LGUs, manage documentation, track permit status, and report risks affecting timelines. The role requires 1–3 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Secure permits and clearances, including environmental permits (ECC).
• Ensure permits are obtained before construction begins.
• Coordinate with LGUs (barangay, municipal, city offices).
• Follow up on permit applications and approvals.
• Maintain good working relationships with government personnel.
• Prepare and submit required documents (forms, technical documents, titles, contracts).
• Track status of permits and renewals; maintain a compliance registry.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, legal and community relations teams.
• Provide regular updates on permit status and audit-ready records.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Documentation and filing

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering)

Bachelor's degree (Business Administration)

Bachelor's degree (Public Administration)

Job description

On-site - Samar 1-3 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

Government Mandated Benefits

• Parking Space

A Permit Officer / Liaison Officer is responsible for securing all necessary permits, licenses, and clearances, while coordinating with government agencies and local stakeholders to ensure the project can legally proceed without delays.

The Permit/Liaison Officer acts as the bridge between the construction project and government offices, facilitating compliance with national and local regulations. This role works closely with agencies such as the Department of Public Works and Highways, Department of Environment and Natural Resources, and the Department of the Interior and Local Government, as well as LGUs (barangay, city, municipality).

Key Responsibilities

• Secure necessary permits and clearances, such as:
  • Environmental permits (ECC)
• Ensure all permits are obtained before construction activities begin
• Coordinate with:
  • LGUs (barangay, municipal, city offices)
• Follow up on permit applications and approvals
• Maintain good working relationships with government personnel

3. Documentation & Submission

• Prepare and submit required documents:
  • Application forms
  • Technical documents (plans, specifications)
  • Legal documents (titles, contracts)
• Ensure completeness and accuracy to avoid delays

4. Monitoring & Renewals

• Track status of permits and licenses
• Ensure timely renewal of expiring permits
• Maintain a permit registry and compliance checklist
• Address delays, deficiencies, or compliance issues raised by agencies
• Coordinate corrections with engineers, architects, or consultants
• Facilitate inspections required for permit approvals

6. Stakeholder Coordination

• Work with:
  • Project managers and engineers
  • Legal and community relations teams
• Support right-of-way (ROW) and local coordination when needed

7. Reporting

• Provide regular updates on permit status
• Report risks that may affect project schedule
• Maintain records for audit and compliance

Qualifications (Philippines Context)

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related)
• Experience in permitting, liaison work, or government coordination (1–5+ years)
• Familiarity with Philippine government processes and LGU requirements

Required Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of permit processes and documentation
• Organizational and follow‑up skills
• Problem-solving and negotiation
• Ability to work under pressure and deadlines