City Permits & Approvals Navigator

Confidential

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Confidential in New York City is seeking a detail‑oriented coordinator to manage requests and collaborate with the team to obtain approvals, PAAs, permits, sign‑offs, and related documents from NYC city agencies. The role is based in our Manhattan office with occasional travel as needed.

You will review plans for code compliance, coordinate with the Department of Buildings and other agencies, gather records, meet staff in person or by phone, and keep clients informed throughout the full

Qualifications

Requires ability to manage multiple city permit applications and approvals.
Strong communication skills and teamwork are essential.
Proficiency with standard MS Office tools and document handling is required.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the team to obtain approvals from NYC Department of Buildings and city agencies.
Review plans for NYC Building Code compliance and zoning resolutions.
Research and obtain records from city agencies (microfilm, files, etc.).
Meet with Buildings Department staff in person, by phone, or online to obtain work and non-work approvals.
Coordinate strategies with clients to secure approvals from multiple agencies (DOB, DOT, LPC, DEP, NYC Finance).
Assist with in-office tasks such as scanning, mailing, and vendor coordination.
Support inter-departmental collaboration as needed.
Ensure documentation aligns with all steps of full application approval.