Permitting Coordinator - Commercial Construction

Jobot; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

Employer-paid employee coverage on opt

401(k) with company match

Strong project pipeline

Job summary

Jobot in West Palm Beach, FL is seeking a highly organized Permitting Coordinator to support our commercial construction team on high-profile projects across South Florida.

You will work closely with Project Managers and field teams to prepare, submit, track and coordinate permit applications, communicate with municipalities, and keep documentation meticulous, enabling on-schedule project progress.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in the construction industry or related field.
• Experience with permitting processes for residential and/or commercial projects.
• Ability to prepare, submit, track, and coordinate permit applications.
• Effective communication with municipalities, building departments, plan reviewers, and regulatory agencies.
• Highly organized with meticulous documentation and record-keeping.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, permits, deadlines, and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers and field teams to keep permitting activities organized and on schedule.
• Prepare, submit, track, and coordinate construction permit applications.
• Communicate with municipalities, plan reviewers, and regulatory agencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records for all permits and projects.
• Balance multiple priorities and deadlines while ensuring compliance and project progress.

Skills

Permitting

Project coordination

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Travel flexibility

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Support High-Profile Commercial Construction Projects Across South Florida

We are a well-established commercial construction company with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects throughout South Florida. Our team specializes in complex commercial renovations, tenant improvements, and specialty construction projects across a variety of sectors, including hospitality, education, religious facilities, recreation, and professional services.

Our success is built on collaboration, integrity, accountability, and long-term relationships. We pride ourselves on maintaining a team-oriented culture where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to grow professionally.

We are seeking a highly organized Permitting Coordinator to support our commercial construction team. This individual will work closely with Project Managers and field teams to ensure projects remain organized, compliant, and on schedule for permitting.

Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year

Why join us?

• Competitive salary of $65,000-$85,000
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid employee coverage on select healthcare plans
• 401(k) with company match
• Stable, growing organization with a strong project pipeline
• Collaborative team environment with direct exposure to construction operations
• Opportunity to work on unique, high-profile commercial projects
• Long-term career growth within a respected construction organization

Job Details

3+ years of experience within the construction industry, ideally with experience in permitting, project coordination, or construction administration

• Strong understanding of the permitting process for residential and/or commercial construction projects
• Experience preparing, submitting, tracking, and coordinating construction permit applications
• Ability to communicate effectively with municipalities, building departments, plan reviewers, and regulatory agencies
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate documentation and records
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, permits, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously
• Strong follow-up skills with the ability to identify potential delays or permitting issues and proactively elevate concerns
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with project managers, superintendents, design professionals, and leadership
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment where priorities and deadlines can change
• Strong team-player mentality with a professional, collaborative approach
• Ability to travel locally 1–2 times per week to courthouses, municipalities, or other permitting offices as needed
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred

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