Senior Permitting Manager

Jasara was established as a joint venture between Aramco, Jacobs, and the Public Investment Fund, with an ambition to be the premier Program Management Company driving sustainable development and innovation within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Operating in the civil engineering sector, the company supports complex programs that require strong coordination, regulatory understanding, and disciplined project delivery.The role offers the opportunity to lead permitting activities that are critical to successful project execution. As Senior Permitting Manager, you will help guide regulatory strategy, support delivery teams through complex approval pathways, and provide clear visibility on permitting progress, risks, and dependencies across major projects.ResponsibilitiesConduct permitting feasibility studies to identify required approvals and regulatory risksDevelop and manage the master permitting scheduleServe as the primary point of contact with government agencies, utilities, and regulatory boardsOversee the preparation, review, and submission of permit applications and supporting documentationManage agency RFIs and formal comments through resolutionIntegrate permit conditions into construction schedules and site logistics plansCoordinate with architects and engineers to align permit submissions with project executionMonitor permitting budgets, agency fees, and consultant costsProvide status updates on permitting milestones, risks, and potential delays to the PMCM team and project ownersRequirements15 years of relevant experienceDeep knowledge of permitting, zoning, and regulatory approval processesExperience on large-scale infrastructure and building projectsExperience managing project schedules and permitting critical pathsExperience reviewing technical drawings, reports, compliance documentation, and permit application packagesExperience coordinating with government agencies, utilities, regulatory boards, and senior project ownersExperience with budget oversight and risk reporting in complex construction projectsSaudi nationals preferredCurrently based in Saudi Arabia and eligible for local transfer