Permitting & Approvals Specialist

Lennar USA; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Education assistance

Home purchase discounts

Job summary

Lennar is seeking a Permit Coordinator to oversee the Starts Process at the division office, developing panels, collecting paperwork, submitting permits, and entering data into JD Edwards.

This role requires strong organization to manage critical tasks for starting a home in Lennar’s system, with interaction from engineers, architects, and municipalities.

Regular in-person attendance at communities and offices is required; a valid driver’s license and MS Office proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience with single/multi-family and amenity permitting.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to prioritize and take initiative.
• Must be able to read blueprints and plot plans.
• Detail-oriented team player comfortable in a fast-paced environment with heavy workload.
• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word/Excel).

Responsibilities

• Obtain documents from engineers and architects to facilitate permit applications.
• Obtain all required approvals for permits and liaise with municipalities.
• Prepare and submit applications to agencies/boards with jurisdiction.
• Review division plans for correct revision dates and start packages for accuracy.
• Coordinate paperwork with outside consultants as necessary.
• Submit paperwork for permits, enter permitting data, and prepare start packages.
• Work closely with municipalities to track permit status and timelines.
• Produce and maintain schedules for communities from approval to final stages.
• Schedule and coordinate meetings and appointments.
• Maintain company files for site plans, approvals, licenses and permits.
• Attend hearings with county board to present projects and request approval.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Prioritization

Initiative

Blueprint reading

Detail-oriented

Team player

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)

Job description

Lennar is seeking a Permit Coordinator to oversee the Starts Process at the division office, developing panels, collecting paperwork, submitting permits, and entering data into JD Edwards.

This role requires strong organization to manage critical tasks for starting a home in Lennar’s system, with interaction from engineers, architects, and municipalities.

Regular in-person attendance at communities and offices is required; a valid driver’s license and MS Office proficiency are essential.