Permit Coordinator

Ashton Woods Homes

Jacksonville (FL)

Hybrid

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Ashton Woods Homes is seeking a Permit Coordinator in Jacksonville, FL. This role entails coordinating the permitting process, ensuring compliance with regulations, and facilitating communication among stakeholders. Ideal candidates should possess a background in permitting administration and strong communication skills to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

At least 2 years of experience in permitting administration, customer service, or related field.
Experience interacting with engineers, architects, and subcontractors preferred.
Fluency in English required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate the permitting process and liaise with regulatory agencies.
Monitor permit status and ensure compliance with codes and standards.
Develop and maintain a comprehensive schedule for permit submissions.

Skills

Customer Service

Documentation

Communication

Education

Experience in permitting administration

Experience with zoning and building regulations

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

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Ashton Woods

Ashton Woods is more than just a home builder. From the sale of our first home in 1989 to recently being named Builder of the Year by Builder Magazine, our focus has always been on blazing new trails and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in homebuilding. Ashton Woods, the #1 private home builder in the United States, markets its homes through its two award-winning brands, Ashton Woods and Starlight Homes. The Ashton Woods brand is known for designing thoughtfully curated, inspired homes for people who love design. The Starlight Homes brand builds homes specifically for first-time homebuyers, offering affordable homes with well-executed designs and quality finishes for buyers looking to make the dream of home ownership a reality. The company’s commitment to innovation and continually evolving to meet the needs of the market is a key reason we are one of the most celebrated homebuilders in the nation, winning hundreds of national and local industry awards in product and community design, architecture, merchandising, sales, marketing, and customer service. We believe that what we accomplish together is greater than what we deliver individually. Our team members have inspired the shared values we embrace in all decisions and actions: Unwavering Integrity, Trail Blazing, Bold Action, Collective Compassion, and Unconditional Respect.

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Ashton Woods sells new homes in Atlanta, Austin, Charleston, Dallas, Houston, Jacksonville, Myrtle Beach, Nashville, Orlando, Phoenix, Raleigh, San Antonio, and Tampa.

Position Overview

The Permit Coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring that all necessary permits and licenses are obtained efficiently and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. You will be responsible for coordinating the permitting process, liaising with regulatory agencies, and facilitating communication between various stakeholders to guarantee smooth and timely project execution.

Responsibilities

Reviewing Applications: Evaluating land disturbance, construction, and development permit applications for completeness and compliance with regulations.
Providing Information: Offering guidance on zoning, building, land use, and other development-related regulations.
Tracking Permits: Monitoring permit status. Coordinate plan changes, expired permits, truss engineering tracking and permit rejections.
Processing Permits: Receiving applications, conducting pre-application meetings, and routing applications to the appropriate review teams.
Compliance: Reviewing plans and documents for compliance with codes and standards.
Project Coordination: Collaborate with project managers and other relevant stakeholders to understand permit requirements for each project. Develop and maintain a comprehensive schedule for permit submissions and approvals. Alert project teams to potential permitting issues and propose solutions.
Communication: Serving as a point of contact for applicants, developers, engineers, and the public regarding permit requirements. Driving to and meeting with municipalities permitting departments.
Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate and organized records of all permits, licenses, and related documentation. Ensure that all permits follow applicable laws and regulations. Provide support during inspections to verify compliance with permit conditions.
Policy and Regulation Monitoring: Stay informed about changes in regulations and policies that may impact the permitting process. Update internal teams on any new requirements or regulations affecting permits.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

At least 2 years of experience in permitting administration, customer service, administrative work, and/or building construction, or related.
Experience with Excel, Word, E-mail, and other computer programs.
Experience working with plans examiners with municipalities preferred.
Experience interacting with engineers, architects, and subcontractors preferred.
Experience with zoning, building, and land use regulations preferred.

Typical Physical And Mental Demands Of The Role

Must be able to read, write, and speak fluently in English.
Employees in the position are required to be able to hear and have vision sufficient to utilize all office equipment.
Use of hands and fingers is required to utilize standard office equipment.
Work from Home will be available as a part of this role with some days each week required in the office
Requires occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.

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