Permit Coordinator

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Missouri is seeking a Permit Coordinator to manage local and state environmental permit processes. You will compile data, prepare applications, track approvals, and coordinate with CAD and Install teams to ensure timely permits.

The role requires 3+ years in permitting, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to navigate multiple jurisdictions. You will communicate with authorities, maintain documentation, and support project teams to accelerate approvals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; two-year degree preferred.
• 3+ years handling permitting in construction or related field.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook is required.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, presentation and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand security systems such as Burglar Alarms, CCTV, Access Control and Fire Alarm specs.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work across multiple departments.
• Sense of urgency with problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead permitting process for assigned projects with preparation and submission of permit packages.
• Coordinate with local authorities for regulatory reviews and approvals.
• Research filing requirements and maintain a jurisdictional contacts database.
• Monitor evolving regulations and notify staff accordingly.
• Collaborate with local project permitting expeditors and multiple projects concurrently.
• Follow up with clients and project team to obtain needed items for approvals.
• Maintain the TIP system and Permit Database; renew expired permits as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Reading security systems

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Two-year degree or trade school preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Job description

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

What you will do

The Permit Coordinator is responsible for compiling data and paperwork to assist in processing local (building, zoning, planning) permits & approvals and State / Federal Environmental (ACOE, DOE & DOT) permit applications/approvals. This position works closely with the CAD and Install team on identifying necessary permits/approvals and is responsible for the planning, delivery, management, and coordination of project permits/approvals. The Permit Coordinator is knowledgeable of & able to investigate and determine various local, state & federal permits / approvals and interpretation of regulations.

How you will do it

• Lead the permitting process for assigned projects, including preparation of required project permits/approvals, preparation of permit applications and packages, submitting and tracking permit application packages, monitoring & documenting the various stages of the permit approval process, providing updates to clients/internal staff, and meeting deadlines.
• Lead communications and work scope with local, county, state, and federal authorities for project permits and regulatory reviews and approvals.
• Perform research, update filing requirements for projects in various jurisdictions, and maintain a database of critical jurisdictional decision makers.
• Keep apprised of continuously changing regulations and notify staff accordingly
• Work with local project permitting expeditors.
• Work on multiple projects at once; must be able to maintain the organization of documents
• Follow up with clients and the project team on needed items for approval
• Take the initiative to assist in speeding up various project approvals
• Keep TIP system and Permit Database updated.
• Follow up on any expired permits to have them closed.
• If necessary, be able to work with SimplexGrinnell and JCI teams on any permit matters.

Required

• High school diploma.Two-year degree or trade school preferred.
• 3+ years handling permitting preferred in the construction business.
• Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook is required.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to read and understand security systems such as Burglar Alarms, CCTV, Access Control, and Fire Alarm Specifications.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work within multiple departments as needed or independently.
• Sense of urgency and problem-solving skills.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $24-$28 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience,knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with marketdata.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflectsthe target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidatesmay bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. Tosupport an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, includingartificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions areultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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