Permit Coordinator: Timely Approvals & Ownership Path

Groundworks; Shamokin Dam (Snyder County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership opportunities

Competitive pay

Industry leading training programs

Career growth tracks

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Groundworks is seeking a Centralized Permit Coordinator to oversee the permitting process for residential and commercial projects. This role ensures timely, accurate permit submissions and compliance across jurisdictions while communicating with customers and internal teams.

You will track progress, coordinate with municipalities, engineers, and production, and resolve blockers to keep projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience with permitting, municipal processes, or construction administration.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• 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

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Internal tracking systems

Job description

Groundworks is seeking a Centralized Permit Coordinator to oversee the permitting process for residential and commercial projects. This role ensures timely, accurate permit submissions and compliance across jurisdictions while communicating with customers and internal teams.

You will track progress, coordinate with municipalities, engineers, and production, and resolve blockers to keep projects on schedule.