Permitting Technician

Position Summary

Are you a detail oriented, highly organized, administrator looking for variety and growth? Look no further. The Permitting Technician supports the pre-construction process by tracking permit applications, monitoring milestone progress, and maintaining accurate data within company systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Track and monitor permit application status across all active communities and report updates to the team
• Enter and maintain accurate milestone dates and permit data in Constellation NewStar or company ERP systems
• Aid in preparing and organizing start packages for management review and sign-off
• Communicate permit status updates and flag any delays or missing documentation to the appropriate manager
• Cook up and coordinate with local municipalities and permitting offices to follow up on submitted applications
• Aid in scheduling and facilitating review meetings for plan sign-offs as directed
• Maintain and update MBE tracking reports and assist with quarterly and annual rebate reporting
• Organize and file permit documentation, construction drawings, and related submittals accurately
• Aid with additional reporting and administrative tasks as needed to support the Director of Construction Operations and operations team

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Basic familiarity with residential construction permitting processes; willingness to learn company-specific procedures
• Ability to track and monitor multiple permit applications simultaneously with good attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Exposure to construction management or ERP software helpful; experience with NewStar a plus
• Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to read basic construction drawings helpful but not required
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to recognize and communicate delays or missing information to the appropriate team member
• Good time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Valid driver’s license with ability to travel locally to municipalities or job sites as needed

Preferred Skills

• Some experience or exposure to local municipalities, permitting offices, or government documentation processes
• Familiarity with residential construction documentation or plan submittals in any capacity
• Basic knowledge of start package or pre-construction documentation
• Any exposure to reporting, data tracking, or administrative support in a construction environment
• Experience in a production homebuilding or construction-related environment a plus

Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field a plus
• 1–3 years of experience in construction administration, permitting, office coordination, or a related field
• Some experience tracking tasks, deadlines, or project milestones in any environment
• Familiarity with basic documentation processes such as filing, submittals, or data entry
• Experience working in a team environment with multiple departments or stakeholders a plus