Permits & Stakeholder Interface Lead

AtkinsRéalis; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Stakeholder Interface / Permits Manager for a significant project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves managing stakeholder relations, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and overseeing the permitting process. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of relevant experience, are fluent in Arabic and English, and possess strong technical knowledge of approvals and designs. This opportunity offers competitive benefits, including a tax-free salary, comprehensive insurance, and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Comprehensive life insurance

Premium medical insurance

Generous annual leave

Flexible work solutions

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with similar scale initiatives and stakeholder interfaces.
• Registration with Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise on local bylaws and regulations.
• Take responsibility for statutory approvals.
• Supervise compliance and inspection during construction.
• Develop project design schedule considering authority requirements.

Skills

Fluent in Arabic and English

Stakeholder management

Technical knowledge of government requirements

Team management

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Engineering / Science / Economics

Tools

Project management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2)

Job description

A global engineering firm is seeking a Stakeholder Interface / Permits Manager for a significant project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves managing stakeholder relations, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and overseeing the permitting process. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of relevant experience, are fluent in Arabic and English, and possess strong technical knowledge of approvals and designs. This opportunity offers competitive benefits, including a tax-free salary, comprehensive insurance, and flexible work arrangements.