CAD & Permitting Associate

Job Responsibilities

• Cook up permit applications and supporting documentation for events requiring local approvals
• Communicate with fire departments, permitting agencies, and local jurisdictions to support timely approvals
• Track permit timelines, fees, and submission requirements to help ensure compliance and readiness
• Maintain organized permit records, contact lists, and jurisdiction-specific requirements
• Conduct venue site surveys and gather accurate field measurements for layouts and templates
• Create and revise CAD layouts, floorplans, and renderings using company drafting standards
• Support Sales and Production teams by preparing layouts used for event planning and installation
• Update venue templates and maintain organized CAD files and drawing libraries
• Revise layouts based on client requests, site changes, or operational updates
• Help ensure drawings, templates, and event plans are accurate, consistent, and production-ready
• Partner with CAD, Sales, and Operations teams to support efficient project turnaround times

Qualifications

• Experience with CAD software, drafting tools, or technical drawing programs
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Organized and accurate, with strong follow-through
• Comfortable learning technical systems, drafting standards, and permit processes
• Clear communication skills when working with internal teams, clients, and local agencies
• Comfortable balancing office work with occasional field visits and site measurements
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to adjust when layouts, site conditions, or permit requirements change
• Interest in design, event production, layouts, or technical drafting environments
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team