Senior Project Manager- Permitting

About the role

We're seeking a Senior Project Manager - Permitting to lead permit-related projects in the DC, MD, and VA region. The ideal candidate will manage projects from initial filing to certificate of occupancy or completion, ensuring smooth, timely project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of permit-related projects
• Provide proactive status updates to the Manager, internal Project Management team, and clients
• Escalate issues before they become delays
• Maintain detailed project records and provide regular status updates
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, plans examiners, and internal teams
• Oversee deliverables including entitlements, timelines, and risk tracking
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and project quality standards
• Prepare reports, documentation, and milestone updates
• Serve as a mentor for other project team members

Requirements

• Strong, proactive communication skills
• Initiative and desire to learn
• Organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience collaborating with internal and external project teams
• Knowledge of permitting workflows, municipal codes, and development processes
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field

Preferred

• Experience with multi-state or national rollouts in retail, hospitality, or commercial sectors
• Knowledge of permitting workflows, municipal codes, and development processes

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K plan with a match
• Paid time off: holidays, vacation, sick, personal, and birthday
• Cell phone stipend and commuter benefits
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Work Environment & Schedule

• Remote with a focus on the Mid-Atlantic Region (DC, VA, MD)
• Standard working hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30:00am – 5:00pm, minimum 40 hours/week
• Must be willing to travel for in-person submissions or meetings, when required

Compensation

• Salary range: $90,000 – $1000,000 annually, based on knowledge, skills, and experience