Permitting Specialist

Benchmark Group, Inc.; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Group, Inc. is seeking a Permitting Specialist in Rogers, AR to perform administrative tasks supporting multiple projects. You will research permit and code requirements, coordinate with program teams, clients, and municipalities to ensure timely approvals.

The ideal candidate has at least a high school diploma, 1+ year of office experience, and familiarity with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Bluebeam, and Smartsheets. This role emphasizes attention to detail and dependable teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ years of work experience in an office environment.
• Experience in permitting is preferred.
• Knowledge of accessibility, building, mechanical and electrical codes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• The Permitting Specialist performs administrative activities to support multiple projects in multiple programs.
• Researches and coordinates permit and code requirements with project teams, clients, and municipalities.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Bluebeam

Smartsheets

Job description

Brief Description

Benchmark Group is looking for a dynamic, talented individual to fill an Permitting Specialist position. We are always looking for people of exceptional talent, integrity, and professional commitment to be members of our Project Team of Choice. The right person will be a motivated self-starter who takes initiative and has strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Brief Description

Benchmark Group is looking for a dynamic, talented individual to fill an Permitting Specialist position. We are always looking for people of exceptional talent, integrity, and professional commitment to be members of our Project Team of Choice. The right person will be a motivated self-starter who takes initiative and has strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. If you are a creative problem-solver with keen attention to detail; and are a dependable, hard-working team player that is committed to achieving excellence; this is the place for you.

Requirements

Minimum:

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years work experience in an office environment

Preferred

• 1+ years of work experience in permitting commercial projects.
• 3+ years experience in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Degree in Business, Construction, Architecture or Engineering or related field.
• Applicable work experience in an Architectural and Engineering firm.
• Prior use of Bluebeam and Smartsheets.
• Basic understanding of Accessibility, Building, Mechanical and Electrical code.
• Knowledge of the construction process and methods.

Summary

The Permitting Specialist works to perform administrative activities required to support multiple types of projects in multiple programs. This position is responsible for researching and coordinating the permit and code requirements of specific projects with program teams, clients, and municipalities.