Permitting Manager

Total Compensation with Bonuses $65,000.00 - $85,000.00

Position Overview:

The Permit Manager oversees all permitting operations, ensuring compliance with municipal regulations and efficient coordination of permits, inspections, and associated documentation. This role requires strong organizational skills, leadership abilities, and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards while supporting a dynamic team of permitting assistants and runners.

Key Responsibilities:

Permitting Operations Management:

• Supervise and coordinate the work of permitting assistants and runners to ensure timely submission and processing of permits across multiple municipalities.
• Oversee the preparation and distribution of necessary documents, including NOCs, BF65s, AHRI certifications, and inspection folders, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Manage tracking, reporting, and resolution of permit amendments, re-inspections, and cancellations.
• Develop and maintain systems to ensure compliance with local building codes, including pressure test requirements and other municipality-specific mandates.

Team Leadership and Training:

• Train and mentor team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adherence to JOSKO’s values.
• Delegate tasks effectively, balancing workloads and ensuring that team members have the resources needed to succeed.
• Act as the escalation point for complex permitting issues, troubleshooting and resolving challenges efficiently.

Communication and Coordination:

• Serve as the primary liaison with inspectors, municipalities, and customers, addressing scheduling conflicts, documentation issues, and other concerns.
• Facilitate communication between the field team, office staff, and customers to ensure seamless coordination of permitting and inspection activities.
• Monitor and respond to team emails and requests, ensuring timely follow-ups and resolution.

 

Reporting and Documentation:

• Compile and analyze monthly permitting reports, tracking metrics such as permits issued, failures, amendments, and inspections completed.
• Maintain records of work orders, inspection results, and permit statuses for auditing and operational purposes.
• Ensure compliance with organizational processes for gas receipts, material handling, and other administrative tasks.

Qualifications:

• Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years in permitting or a related field, with 1-2 years in a supervisory role preferred.
• Proven experience working with municipal permitting and building inspection processes.

• Skills:

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including bilingual proficiency (preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.

• Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional certifications in permitting or construction management are a plus.

Core Competencies:

• Positive: Cultivates a supportive and motivating work environment.
• Reliable: Ensures operational consistency and high-quality outputs.
• Continuously Improving: Advocates for process enhancements and staff development.
• Proactive: Anticipates challenges and resolves them proactively.
• Accountable: Takes ownership of permitting operations and outcomes.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to work in varied environments, including office settings and on-site locations.
• Occasionally lift and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to sit, stand, and move for extended periods as needed.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance after 30 days.
• Paid time off accrual after the first year.
• Opportunities for professional growth within the organization.