Job Description

The role ensures that all projects meet regulatory, building, and fire/lifesafety requirements by managing authority approvals, licenses, inspections, and duediligence activities. It coordinates closely with government entities, reviews technical layouts to verify compliance, identifies and resolves potential regulatory gaps, and liaises with consultants and internal stakeholders throughout the process. The position also provides clear reporting and oversight to support smooth project initiation, progression, and operational readiness. Job ResponsibilitiesReview layouts and ensure alignment with local authority regulations and fire/life safety codes.Maintain general and updated knowledge of building codes and activities requirements as per authorities’ regulations.Liaise with consultants and authorities to facilitate approvals and communicate regulatory requirements with concerned departments within property team for execution and compliance.Managing a licensing team responsible for issuing and renewing “Kuwait Fire Force" licenses for buildings and units, ensuring compliance with regulations. Including identifying the licensing requirements and managing the team's performanceManaging the contractual relationship with government authorities that includes contracts renewals, rent payments and related processes.Responsible for dealing and communicating with government authorities such as Kuwait Fire Force, Public Authority of Industry, Kuwait Municipality, Ministry of Water & Electricity, and others, for licensing requirements and necessary approvals for projects, activities, and renewals.Identify any gaps, constraints, factors that might lead to noncompliance and develop appropriate solutions to ensure complianceActing as key stakeholder in the Project Management Office (PMO) processes for projects and initiatives, providing real estate insights and risk assessments for projects.Managing due diligence and ensuring compliance with regulatory authorities to enable smooth business operations to enable business kick-off in owned and leased properties, including obtaining permits, attesting layouts, power hookups, and attending inspections