Permits & Utilities Lead: Drive Starts & Approvals

Schaefer Homes; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Maryland-based homebuilder is seeking a Permits & Utilities Coordinator to manage project permits and utilities installations. The role involves liaising with municipalities, coordinating approvals, and ensuring timely project starts. Ideal candidates possess strong ownership, tenacity, and communication skills to navigate complex processes. You’ll play a vital role in helping families move into their homes by removing roadblocks and ensuring projects remain on track.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong ownership mindset and take responsibility for outcomes.
• Ability to follow up diligently until tasks are completed.
• Demonstrated urgency and speed in managing projects.
• Detail-oriented to ensure nothing is overlooked.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with agencies and partners.
• Capable of organizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Own all permitting functions across active projects.
• Prepare, submit, track, and manage permits through the full lifecycle.
• Serve as the central point of contact for permit status and issue resolution.
• Work directly with agencies to secure approvals.
• Manage gas and electric service installation across projects.
• Drive each home through the starts process to ensure readiness.

Skills

Ownership mindset

Tenacity

Urgency

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Organization

Job description

A Maryland-based homebuilder is seeking a Permits & Utilities Coordinator to manage project permits and utilities installations. The role involves liaising with municipalities, coordinating approvals, and ensuring timely project starts. Ideal candidates possess strong ownership, tenacity, and communication skills to navigate complex processes. You’ll play a vital role in helping families move into their homes by removing roadblocks and ensuring projects remain on track.