Assistant Manager – Authority Approvals (Infrastructure Projects)

A well-established infrastructure contractor in Dubai is seeking an experienced professional to manage statutory approvals and authority coordination for large-scale utility projects.

This role is critical to ensuring timely permits, regulatory compliance, and uninterrupted construction activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all permits and NOCs for infrastructure works
• Liaise with major Dubai authorities including Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, Dubai Municipality, Roads and Transport Authority, telecom authorities and master developers
• Coordinate approvals for utility diversions, road crossings, and underground services
• Submit applications through relevant authority portals
• Track approval status, renewals, deposits, and closures
• Support project teams to align permits with execution schedules

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• 8–12 years UAE infrastructure experience
• Minimum 5 years handling authority approvals/NOCs in Dubai
• Strong knowledge of excavation regulations and utility coordination
• Experience using DEWA/DM/RTA portals
• UAE Driving License preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a degree in Civil Engineering?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• UAE infrastructure: 10 years (Required)
• independently handling NOCs from DEWA, DM, and RTA: 3 years (Required)
• underground utility or pipeline projects: 4 years (Required)
• managing road crossing or traffic diversion approvals: 3 years (Required)