Job Description
Job Description
MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN HANDLING CONSTRUCTION PERMITS PREVIOUSLY TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE!
Job Summary:
We’re looking for a proactive, highly organized Permit Coordinator to support our growing team. In this role, you’ll be the key point person managing the permitting process for various infrastructure projects, helping to ensure everything moves forward smoothly and stays compliant with all regulations. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities by providing administrative support and managing various tasks. This position requires strong communication skills, proficiency in permits and construction work, and the ability to manage time effectively while maintaining a professional demeanor, with a willingness to learn.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare, submit, and track permit applications for infrastructure installation/electrical projects.
- Handle permitting process completely on your own for Project Managers, including document preparation, mailing application packages and other tasks as they are required by municipalities.
- Research local, state, and federal requirements to ensure full compliance.
- Coordinate with municipalities to secure approvals, address inquiries, and resolve permit-related issues.
- Obtain variances, zoning clearances, and other necessary regulatory permissions.
- Submit permit applications and follow up with municipalities to expedite approvals.
- Work closely with project managers, engineers, and contractors to prepare necessary documentation and coordinate timing of approvals for successful installation.
- Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or delays, taking proactive measures to mitigate issues.
- Participate in regular project meetings, including kickoff meetings, status updates, and post-project reviews.
- Foster effective communication and collaboration among team members to ensure alignment and accountability.
- Prepare new and upgrade utility service requests through various Utility Companies automated systems.
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience in managing construction permitting and assisting with project management, preferably in the construction industry.
- Associate's degree in business administration, project management, engineering, related field or higher is required.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in project management software tools.
- Knowledge of electrical construction or EV charging technology is a plus.
- PMP certification or relevant project management credentials are a plus.
- Computer use competency, with proficiency in all general Microsoft Office applications
- Strong communication, multi-tasking and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and communication skills, with a strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated and driven, with the ability to work independently and learn on-the-fly, while developing processes on your own
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to travel for Company events or Permitting Meetings (up to 10% of the time)
We encourage candidates who meet these qualifications to apply for this dynamic Permit Coordinator position where you can contribute to our team's success.
Job Type: Contract/potentially full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have handling permits?
Location:
- San Francisco
- Berkeley
- Oakland
Work Location: In person/hybrid (Flexible)