Job Description

Architect / Authority Engineer
Company: Al Eslah General Contracting
Location: Al Ain, UAE
Experience: 5-8 years in a similar role
Availability: Immediate joiners highly preferable
? Job Overview
Al Eslah General Contracting is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Architect / Authority Engineer to join our dynamic head office team in Al Ain. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in managing the end-to-end process of design and authority submissions. This role is critical in ensuring all our projects comply with regulatory standards and secure necessary approvals efficiently.
? Key Responsibilities

• Authority Submissions Management: Prepare, review, and manage all design and authority submission packages for the Municipality and other relevant government departments (e.g., Civil Defence, ADDC, Etisalat).
• Design Coordination: Liaise with internal design teams, external consultants, and project managers to ensure designs meet all authority requirements and standards before submission.
• Permit Acquisition: Take ownership of the entire process for obtaining NOCs (No Objection Certificates), building permits, and other necessary approvals.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all changes in codes, regulations, and submission procedures from various government authorities in the UAE.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact and represent the company in all communications and meetings with government authorities.
• Documentation Control: Ensure all submission documents, including drawings, calculations, and forms, are accurate, complete, and adhere to the highest documentation standards.
• Issue Resolution: Proactively identify and resolve any queries, objections, or rejections raised by the authorities, providing timely solutions to keep projects on track.
• Project Tracking: Monitor the status of all submissions and provide regular updates to management on the approval timeline.

? Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related Engineering field.
• Experience: 5-8 years of proven experience in a similar role, specifically handling authority submissions in the UAE.
• Language: Proficiency in Arabic is highly preferred to facilitate seamless communication with local authorities.
• Technical Knowledge:
• In-depth knowledge of UAE building codes, regulations, and authority procedures (specifically in Al Ain and Abu Dhabi emirate).
• Strong understanding of the submission requirements for Al Ain Municipality and other government entities.
• Proficiency in reading and reviewing architectural, structural, and MEP drawings.
• Personal Skills:
• Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail in preparing and checking submission documents.
• Proactive & Resourceful: A self-starter who can navigate complex procedures and find solutions to challenges.
• Excellent Communicator: Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills for effective liaison.
• Organized: Ability to manage multiple submissions and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

? What We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• An opportunity to work with a reputable and growing company.
• A professional and supportive work environment.

Skills Required