Permitting & Approvals Specialist

LHI Lennar Homes LLC; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home purchase discounts

Education assistance

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Lennar is seeking a Permit Coordinator to oversee the Starts Process at the division office. You will collect paperwork, obtain approvals, submit permits, and enter data into JD Edwards screens.

This role requires strong organization to manage critical tasks for starting a home in Lennar’s system. Key duties include coordinating with engineers, architects, and municipalities; reviewing plans; and maintaining all permit-related files.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.
• Minimum 1 year experience with single/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.
• Must be detail-oriented and a team player in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Obtain documents from Engineers and Architects to facilitate permit applications.
• Obtain approvals for permits and liaise between the company and municipalities.
• Prepare and submit permit applications to agencies with jurisdiction.
• Review division plans for correct revision dates and accuracy of start packages.
• Coordinate paperwork with outside consultants as necessary.
• Submit paperwork for permits, enter permitting data, and prepare start packages.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Team player

Driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lennar is seeking a Permit Coordinator to oversee the Starts Process at the division office. You will collect paperwork, obtain approvals, submit permits, and enter data into JD Edwards screens.

This role requires strong organization to manage critical tasks for starting a home in Lennar’s system. Key duties include coordinating with engineers, architects, and municipalities; reviewing plans; and maintaining all permit-related files.