Permit Coordinator: Keep Projects On Track & Equity

Groundworks; Central (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Employee Ownership Opportunities

Industry Leading Training Programs

Career Growth Tracks

Job summary

Groundworks is seeking a Permit Coordinator to oversee permitting for residential and commercial projects. The role ensures all permits, forms, and approvals are obtained accurately and on time, while coordinating with customers, municipalities, and internal teams.

The position emphasizes tracking permit progress, resolving blockers, and maintaining compliance with jurisdictional requirements, with standard business hours and occasional overtime as project volume dictates.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with permitting, municipal processes, or construction administration preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and internal tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, and track permit applications and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with municipalities, engineers, branches, and production teams to obtain required information.
• Resolve permit blockers, kickbacks, and escalations to keep projects moving forward.
• Maintain accurate permit logs, tracking sheets, and turnaround times.
• Provide timely updates and communication to customers, municipalities, and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all permitting and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Permitting experience

MS Office / tracking systems

Job description

Groundworks is seeking a Permit Coordinator to oversee permitting for residential and commercial projects. The role ensures all permits, forms, and approvals are obtained accurately and on time, while coordinating with customers, municipalities, and internal teams.

The position emphasizes tracking permit progress, resolving blockers, and maintaining compliance with jurisdictional requirements, with standard business hours and occasional overtime as project volume dictates.