Authority Engineer

The Authorities Engineer is responsible for managing and coordinating all technical submissions, approvals, and permits required from various Dubai government authorities (such as Dubai Municipality, RTA, DDA, Dubai Holding , TRAKHEES ,DEWA, Civil Defense, etc.) for real estate development projects. The role ensures that all project designs, construction activities, and planning processes comply with local codes, standards, and regulations.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable regulations, codes, and authority processes in Dubai and the wider UAE.
• Attend meetings and site inspections with regulatory authorities when required.
• Review design documents to ensure compliance with authority guidelines and local building codes before submission.
• Assist in coordinating authority-related documentation for project handover and completion certificates.
• Monitor and track the status of all authority submissions and ensure timely renewals or updates of approvals as required.
• Provide regular updates and reports to project stakeholders regarding approval timelines and risks.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to authority approvals that may affect project timelines.
• Act as a liaison between internal design, planning, and engineering teams and government entities to resolve technical queries and expedite approvals.
• Coordinate and manage the submission, follow-up, and approval of project documentation with all relevant authorities (e.g., Dubai Municipality, RTA, DDA, Dubai Holding, Trakhees, DEWA, Civil Defense, etc.).

• The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• The candidate must possess in-depth knowledge of Dubai authority procedures and portals, including Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, DDA, Nakheel, RTA, DEWA, and Civil Defense.
• Professional fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking) is required.
• The candidate must have experience in authority coordination or design approvals within the UAE real estate or construction sector.
• The candidate must have 5 to 10 years of relevant experience.
• The candidate must be proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD, and authority e-portals for online submissions.
• Experience must be from the real estate or construction sector.