Permitting Program Lead – Strategy, Compliance & Projects

Presidio Trust; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 172,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

The Presidio Trust in San Francisco is seeking a Permitting Program Manager to lead the permitting office, direct plan reviews, ensure code compliance, and oversee staff and budgets. This full-time role reports to the Director of Planning & Compliance and collaborates with multiple Trust departments on capital projects and tenant improvements.

Responsibilities include guiding policy development, coordinating inspections, and driving process improvements while protecting public health, safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, planning, public administration, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in permitting, building code administration, construction, or related fields.
• Experience leading complex programs, supervising staff and consultants, and managing multiple projects.
• Knowledge of IBC/IEBC, accessibility requirements and related codes.
• Experience managing budgets, contracts, and fee administration.
• Strong written and verbal communication for executive audiences.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Presidio Trust's permitting program.
• Develop policies, procedures, standards, and best practices for permitting services.
• Set program goals, priorities, and performance measures aligned with Trust objectives.
• Lead permitting staff, consultants and project teams to deliver high‑quality results.
• Ensure compliance with adopted codes, Trust policies and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate with Planning, Design & Construction, Engineering, Safety, Historic Preservation and Real Estate.
• Prepare budget, oversee contracts, and manage permit fee revenue.
• Identify and implement process improvements and technology enhancements.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication skills

Code compliance knowledge (IBC/IEBC)

Budget & contract management

Staff supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Technical interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, planning, public administration, or closely related field

Tools

Electronic permitting systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Presidio Trust in San Francisco is seeking a Permitting Program Manager to lead the permitting office, direct plan reviews, ensure code compliance, and oversee staff and budgets. This full-time role reports to the Director of Planning & Compliance and collaborates with multiple Trust departments on capital projects and tenant improvements.

Responsibilities include guiding policy development, coordinating inspections, and driving process improvements while protecting public health, safety and