Job Description

Our client is a leading APAC project and construction management firm specialising in life sciences, R&D, and pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, backed by major global institutional investors. As their regional pipeline grows, they are looking to bring on a Permitting Manager to support a significant upcoming build.

About the role

You'll own the regulatory approval pathway for a complex, regulated facility build, acting as the bridge between the project team and government agencies to keep construction timelines on track.

What you'll be doing

Securing and tracking all permits and approvals required for construction and facility operation
Navigating local and national regulatory requirements, including environmental, biosafety, and facility certification processes
Managing documentation and liaising directly with relevant government agencies
Working closely with design, construction, and project management teams to prevent permitting from becoming a bottleneck
Troubleshooting and resolving permitting obstacles as they arise

What we're looking for

Proven experience in construction/infrastructure permitting, ideally within a regulated facility environment (pharma, biotech, semiconductor, or similar)
Comfort navigating regulatory processes across more than one APAC jurisdiction is a strong plus
Strong stakeholder management skills, able to work credibly with both government agencies and internal project teams
Track record of keeping permitting on pace with live construction timelines

Interested candidates can apply directly.

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