Job Description

PERMIT COORDINATOR – RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION

A growing residential construction company is seeking a detail-oriented Permit Coordinator to manage permitting and approval processes for residential construction and post-disaster restoration projects. This role will work closely with internal teams, municipalities, and regulatory agencies to keep projects moving efficiently from application through approval.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare, submit, and track residential building permit applications and supporting documentation
• Coordinate with city, county, zoning, and other regulatory departments to obtain required approvals
• Monitor permit status, follow up on outstanding applications, and resolve permitting delays
• Review project documents for completeness and compliance with local building codes and zoning requirements
• Coordinate inspections, maintain permit records, and communicate deadlines and status updates to internal team
• Research permitting requirements across multiple jurisdictions and communicate changes that may affect project timelines
• Build and maintain relationships with municipal officials, inspectors, and permitting departments

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in permitting, permit coordination, construction administration, or a related role
• Familiarity with residential construction, building codes, zoning regulations, and municipal approval processes
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple applications and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent communication, follow-up, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn project management or permitting software
• Experience coordinating permits for restoration or post-disaster construction projects is a plus

IDEAL CANDIDATEA proactive, highly organized professional who understands the permitting process, communicates effectively with local authorities, and can help keep residential construction projects moving forward without unnecessary delays.

APPLY TODAY: megan.cantone@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.