Construction Permits & Compliance Coordinator

Risewell Homes; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (vacation/holidays)

401(k) with employer matching

Wellness incentive program

Job summary

Risewell Homes is seeking a Permitting Coordinator to manage the end-to-end life cycle of permits and construction start rollouts. You will serve as the primary liaison between the company, contractors, and government agencies, ensuring accurate, on-time documentation to prevent delays.

The role requires preparing permit submissions, tracking approvals, coordinating with municipalities, and maintaining meticulous records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of permitting experience preferred.
• Previous experience with a homebuilder, contractor, or construction supplier highly desirable.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, with an emphasis on Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external business partners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit plot plans, lot inspections, and building permits to various municipalities in accordance with construction schedules and deadlines.
• Research, prepare, and submit permit applications, plans, and required documentation to applicable government agencies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between contractors, architects, engineers, and municipal departments, including Planning, Building, and Public Works, and respond to inquiries promptly.
• Monitor the status of building permits, renewals, and approvals to ensure projects remain compliant with applicable regulations and timelines.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of permits, approvals, plan revisions, fees, and other construction‑related documentation.
• Assist the Starts Department with uploading required documents into shared house folders.
• Submit water meter setup applications and coordinate related requirements.
• Prepare and submit check requests and payments for permits, water taps, impact fees, and other applicable municipal fees.
• Maintain professional and courteous relationships with municipal departments and staff, conducting all business in a professional and ethical manner that supports customer service and the company’s reputation.
• Monitor the complete building permit approval process for assigned communities across various municipalities.
• Distribute approved construction documents to the Purchasing, Marketing, Design, Sales, and Construction departments.
• Process and document plan revisions and coordinate required timelines with affected departments.
• Scan and upload approved permitting documentation into the appropriate shared folders.
• Save construction documents received from the field to the shared drive and applicable house folders.
• Provide administrative support to the Construction Department as needed.
• Communicate changes to permit fees, utility connection fees, impact fees, and other municipal fees to the Division Accounting Department.

Skills

Reading construction plans

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Risewell Homes is seeking a Permitting Coordinator to manage the end-to-end life cycle of permits and construction start rollouts. You will serve as the primary liaison between the company, contractors, and government agencies, ensuring accurate, on-time documentation to prevent delays.

The role requires preparing permit submissions, tracking approvals, coordinating with municipalities, and maintaining meticulous records.