Centralized Permit Coordinator

About the role

As a Centralized Permit Coordinator, you will coordinate and execute permitting activities for residential and commercial projects throughout the project lifecycle. This role ensures permits, inspections, revisions, approvals, and closeout documentation are processed accurately and timely while maintaining compliance with municipal and regulatory requirements. You will serve as a key liaison between municipalities, engineers, customers, branches, and internal teams to support project progression from permit acquisition through final permit closure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, track, and maintain permit applications and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate permit approvals, revisions, inspections, and permit closeout activities.
• Work with municipalities, inspectors, engineers, utility providers, homeowners, and internal teams to obtain required approvals and information.
• Resolve permit blockers, kickbacks, failed inspections, and escalations to keep projects progressing.
• Schedule and coordinate inspections as required throughout the permitting process.
• Maintain accurate permit records, tracking logs, compliance documentation, and status updates.
• Communicate permit status, requirements, and updates to branches, customers, municipalities, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all jurisdictional, permitting, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify aging or at-risk permits and proactively drive resolution.
• Coordinate permit revisions, engineering updates, certifications, and other documentation required to support project completion.
• Support the closure of building and trade permits, including coordination with third-party inspectors, engineers, and municipalities as needed.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives to increase permitting efficiency and reduce cycle times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with permitting, municipal processes, inspections, construction administration, or related functions preferred.
• Knowledge of municipal requirements, permitting regulations, and compliance standards preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and internal tracking systems.

Working Conditions

The Centralized Permit Coordinator will work in an office environment with limited travel required. This position will be fully onsite Monday–Friday in our Manassas, VA office.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Other requirements include standing, walking, and moving, as needed.

Pay

The starting pay for this role is $21.50/hour.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Employee company ownership opportunities
• Industry-leading training programs
• Leadership development and career growth tracks
• Comprehensive and affordable benefits package
• Top Workplace with award-winning culture