Liaison Officer

POWERCHINA B7 PHILIPPINES CORP.; Taguig; On-site; PHP 669,600 - 1,004,400; Full time

Job summary

POWERCHINA B7 PHILIPPINES CORP. is looking for a Permit Officer/Liaison Officer to secure all necessary permits, licenses, and clearances. This role ensures that construction projects comply with national and local regulations while coordinating with government agencies and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and over 15 years of experience in permitting or government coordination. Strong communication skills and knowledge of the local government processes are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years experience in permitting, liaison work, or government coordination.
• Familiarity with Philippine government processes and LGU requirements.

Responsibilities

• Secure necessary permits, licenses, and clearances for projects.
• Coordinate with government agencies and local stakeholders.
• Prepare and submit application forms and technical documents.
• Track status of permits and ensure timely renewals.
• Address compliance issues and facilitate inspections.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge of permit processes and documentation

Organizational and follow-up skills

Problem-solving and negotiation skills

Education

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

Job description

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

Permit Processing & Compliance

• Building permits
• Barangay clearance
• Environmental permits (ECC)
• Occupancy permits
• Ensure all permits are obtained before construction activities begin

Government Liaison & Coordination

• Coordinate with LGUs (barangay, municipal, city offices)
• Coordinate with national agencies
• Follow up on permit applications and approvals
• Maintain good working relationships with government personnel

Documentation & Submission

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

Monitoring & Renewals

• Track status of permits and licenses
• Ensure timely renewal of expiring permits
• Maintain a permit registry and compliance checklist

Issue Resolution

• Address delays, deficiencies, or compliance issues raised by agencies
• Coordinate corrections with engineers, architects, or consultants
• Facilitate inspections required for permit approvals

Stakeholder Coordination

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

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 in Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field
• 15+ years experience in permitting, liaison work, or government coordination
• 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