DOB Permits Specialist & Junior Project Manager

Cobalt Recruitment; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits package

Paid time off

Long-term growth path

Job summary

Cobalt Recruitment in The Bronx, NY is seeking a DOB Expediter / Junior Project Manager to own the permitting and inspection process for the team. You will file and track permits with the NYC Department of Buildings, manage inspection sign-offs, and support field supervisors and project managers as needed.

The role requires 1–3+ years in construction permitting or expediting, familiarity with DOB filing, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 1-3+ years of experience in permitting, expediting, or project coordination in plumbing, fire protection, or mechanical trades
• Working knowledge of NYC Department of Buildings permit filing processes
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Comfortable managing a high volume of permits, filings, and inspection reports
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and general office software

Responsibilities

• File permits and LAAs with the NYC Department of Buildings for plumbing and fire protection projects
• Schedule inspections and manage sign-off for permits and LAAs
• Own close-out documentation for all permitted projects
• Submit field inspection and testing reports (NFPA 25, etc.)
• Manage legalization process for plumbing and fire protection work scopes
• Open and manage DOB, Con Edison, and National Grid gas emergency cases
• Support field supervisors and project managers in a project management capacity
• Visit DOB offices and job sites as needed
• Support senior leadership with internal filings and special projects

Skills

DOB permit filing

Project coordination

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Tools

DOB NOW

NFPA 25

Job description

Cobalt Recruitment in The Bronx, NY is seeking a DOB Expediter / Junior Project Manager to own the permitting and inspection process for the team. You will file and track permits with the NYC Department of Buildings, manage inspection sign-offs, and support field supervisors and project managers as needed.

The role requires 1–3+ years in construction permitting or expediting, familiarity with DOB filing, and strong organizational and communication skills.