Permitting and Due Diligence Lead — LA, Hybrid

LMK Recruiting Solutions; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

LMK Recruiting Solutions is assisting a premier Los Angeles construction firm in finding a Permitting and Due Diligence Manager. You will own the full permitting lifecycle, lead agency coordination, and supervise due diligence for complex hillside projects.

You will work with LADBS and local jurisdictions, manage multiple permits concurrently, and provide clear status updates to sales and production teams. Hybrid work in the Los Angeles area with a strong emphasis on compliance and timely

Qualifications

• 5+ years pulling permits in Los Angeles for a contractor, permit expediting firm, architecture firm, or developer.
• Direct experience with LADBS and at least 2–3 surrounding jurisdictions.
• Working knowledge of the California Building Code, Title 24, and LA hillside, grading, and setback requirements. Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Experience coordinating soils engineers, geologists, and structural engineers to strict project deadlines.
• Exceptional organizational skills managing 20+ concurrent permits; strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the full permit lifecycle for every project, from initial application through final inspection and sign-off.
• Secure permits for retaining walls, sidewalks/driveway approaches, structural/concrete work, grading, demolition, and all other required scopes.
• Prepare and submit complete permit applications, including drawings, structural calculations, agency forms, owner authorizations, and supporting documentation.
• Manage plan checks from submittal through approval: track review cycles, address correction notices, coordinate revisions with engineers/architects, and resubmit through issuance.
• Represent our client in person at building and safety counters, public works, planning, zoning, and engineering departments.
• Schedule and coordinate inspections, attend on-site visits when necessary, and drive the resolution of correction notices or failed inspections.
• Monitor permit expiration dates across all active projects and file extensions or renewals proactively.
• Resolve open code enforcement cases, notices of violation, and orders to comply, including legalizing existing unpermitted work.
• Track, reconcile, and document all permit fees, plan check fees, school fees, bonds, and deposits for client reimbursement.

Skills

Permit pulling

LA permits

Organization

Communication

Project coordination

Job description

LMK Recruiting Solutions is assisting a premier Los Angeles construction firm in finding a Permitting and Due Diligence Manager. You will own the full permitting lifecycle, lead agency coordination, and supervise due diligence for complex hillside projects.

You will work with LADBS and local jurisdictions, manage multiple permits concurrently, and provide clear status updates to sales and production teams. Hybrid work in the Los Angeles area with a strong emphasis on compliance and timely