Associate, Permitting

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 86,789,000 - 100,565,000; Full time

Job summary

LA28 is seeking a Permit Associate to support our venue infrastructure team in securing, managing, and maintaining all permits, licences, and regulatory approvals for Olympic and Paralympic venues in Los Angeles. This role ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while enabling smooth construction activities and operations.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and skilled in navigating complex regulatory environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in permit management, facilities, or construction administration.
• Knowledge of local and state permitting requirements, building codes, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in obtaining and renewing permits, licences, and approvals required for construction, operations, and special events at LA28 venues.
• Maintain accurate records of all permit documentation and ensure timely renewals.
• Coordinate with city, county, and state agencies to ensure compliance with local building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Support Sr. Permit Manager in tracking permit deadlines, submissions, and approvals.
• Prepare reports and presentations summarizing permit status and compliance issues for management.
• Collaborate with venue operations, construction, and facilities teams to identify permit needs for upcoming projects.
• Monitor regulatory changes and provide recommendations to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal teams and external authorities regarding permit-related inquiries.

Skills

Permit management

Facilities coordination

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Database management tools

Job description

About the Role

The Permit Associate will support LA28’s venue infrastructure team in securing, managing, and maintaining all necessary permits, licences, and regulatory approvals for Olympic and Paralympic venues. This role ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while facilitating smooth operations and construction activities. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and skilled in navigating complex regulatory environments. The role is part of the team responsible for delivering the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in obtaining and renewing permits, licences, and approvals required for construction, operations, and special events at LA28 venues.
• Maintain accurate records of all permit documentation and ensure timely renewals.
• Coordinate with city, county, and state agencies to ensure compliance with local building codes, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Support Sr. Permit Manager in tracking permit deadlines, submissions, and approvals.
• Prepare reports and presentations summarizing permit status and compliance issues for management.
• Collaborate with venue operations, construction, and facilities teams to identify permit needs for upcoming projects.
• Monitor regulatory changes and provide recommendations to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal teams and external authorities regarding permit-related inquiries.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in permit management, facilities, or construction administration.
• Knowledge of local and state permitting requirements, building codes, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and database management tools.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Experience in large-scale venue, stadium, or event management projects.
• Familiarity with LA municipal permitting processes.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Workplace

• Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office.
• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment.
• The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment.
• Site visits requiring movement around varying environmental conditions in interior and exterior spaces.

Salary

• The annual base hourly range for this position is $30.35 - $35.00.

About the Company

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, on a mission to create a Games that celebrate the city and country, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and the community. The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. LA28 is guided by values of optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness, and is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment.