Permitting Specialist: Fast-Track Approvals & Compliance

GreenLite; United States; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited PTO

Hybrid work environment

Parental leave

Wellness stipend

Job summary

GreenLite, a NYC-based company specializing in AI-powered permitting, seeks a Permit Coordinator to support the Operations team. You will prepare and submit commercial permit applications, track progress, and assist with filing, project updates, and regulatory research.

Interact with AHJs, client design teams, and city departments, maintaining organized trackers and ensuring compliance throughout the submission process. Strong administrative skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in commercial permit coordination.
• Experience in administration, project coordination, or clerical work.
• Background in permitting, construction, government administration, regulatory administration, real estate, or related fields.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with tools like Airtable, Notion, G-Suite, and a willingness to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit permit applications, including detailed project plans and environmental impact assessments.
• Review plan packages for completeness and accuracy, organize compliance documentation, and ensure materials are current and properly filed.
• Maintain project trackers, portals, and file systems, ensuring documentation is organized and accessible.
• Interface with AHJs and client design teams to clarify submission requirements and collect plan information.
• Track and follow up on application status, addressing delays or issues; communicate with local governments on codes and regulations.
• Assist with permit filings, handle client communications regarding permit inquiries, and provide regular project updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Permit coordination

Administration

Project coordination

Clerical work

Communication

Tools

Airtable

Notion

G-Suite

Job description

GreenLite, a NYC-based company specializing in AI-powered permitting, seeks a Permit Coordinator to support the Operations team. You will prepare and submit commercial permit applications, track progress, and assist with filing, project updates, and regulatory research.

Interact with AHJs, client design teams, and city departments, maintaining organized trackers and ensuring compliance throughout the submission process. Strong administrative skills and attention to detail are essential.