Senior Permitting Manager

About Jasara Program Management Company

Jasara Program Management Company was established as a joint venture between Aramco, Jacobs, and the Public Investment Fund. The company operates in the civil engineering sector, supporting complex programs that require strong coordination, regulatory understanding, and disciplined project delivery within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The Role of Senior Permitting Manager

Jasara is seeking a Senior Permitting Manager to lead critical permitting activities for major projects. This full-time role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires a professional with over 10 years of experience. The Senior Permitting Manager will guide regulatory strategy, support delivery teams through complex approval pathways, and provide clear visibility on permitting progress, risks, and dependencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct permitting feasibility studies to identify required approvals and regulatory risks.
• Develop and manage the master permitting schedule.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with government agencies, utilities, and regulatory boards.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and submission of permit applications and supporting documentation.
• Manage agency RFIs and formal comments through resolution.
• Integrate permit conditions into construction schedules and site logistics plans.
• Coordinate with architects and engineers to align permit submissions with project execution.
• Monitor permitting budgets, agency fees, and consultant costs.
• Provide status updates on permitting milestones, risks, and potential delays to the PMCM team and project owners.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in permitting management.
• Currently based in Saudi Arabia and eligible for local transfer.

Location and Work Type

This is a full-time position located in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires a professional who can effectively manage complex regulatory processes within the Kingdom.