Production Assistant - Permitting

The Drees Company; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Life, AD&D, and critical illness

401(k) savings plan

Profit sharing

Paid time off increasing with tenure

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee discount program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Drees Homes, a leading homebuilder, is seeking a Production Assistant - Permitting for our Jacksonville Division. You will coordinate permitting, gather required documents, and support timely construction starts while liaising with municipalities, vendors, and internal teams.

The role emphasizes strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple permitting-related tasks within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; college degree is a plus.
• Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Detail-oriented with ability to multi-task and work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the permitting process by gathering documents and data and act as liaison between the company and municipalities, vendors, and partners.
• Compile and complete start packages to be released to construction.
• Provide and process accurate paperwork to ensure timely construction starts.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Independent / self-motivated

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Education

High school diploma

College degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Drees Homes is a family-owned home builder with a passion for making custom homes easy. For over 95 years, we've cared for our employees and customers— earning recognition as the 19th largest privately owned builder in the country and building a culture of long-tenured employees.

We are proud to be a four-time U.S. Best Managed Company (2022–2025), a distinction sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, and to be Great Place to Work® certified for the past four years.

Enrich your career at a company that values integrity, excellence, opportunity, stability, and success.

Headquartered in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Drees operates in twelve metropolitan areas: Greater Cincinnati (including Northern Kentucky), Cleveland, and Columbus, Ohio; Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas; Indianapolis, Indiana; Jacksonville, Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities/Qualifications

Drees Homes, one of the largest privately-owned homebuilders in the nation, is seeking candidates for a Production Assistant - Permitting position in our Jacksonville Division. In this position you will perform various administrative tasks to facilitate the flow of timely and accurate information in coordination of the permitting and construction start processes.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Facilitate the permitting process by gathering documents and data, and act as the liaison between the company and various municipalities, vendors, and partners.
• Compile and complete start packages to be released to construction
• Provide and process accurate and efficient paperwork and information to ensure timely construction starts
• Updating data in various software programs
• Maintain files relating to the permitting process
• Maintain starts reports and tracking software; Preparation and distribution of various reports
• Work closely with the Architecture Department to correct any plan errors and ensuring plan sets are complete

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
• Must be detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task with accuracy
• Professional communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of people
• Ability to work independently, is self motivated and proactive
• Ability to use multiple municipality portals for permitting
• Familiarity with building codes, zoning ordinances, and land development process is preferred

Requirements

• High school diploma is required; College degree is a plus
• Previous administrative experience
• Previous experience in permit coordinator, homebuilding, or municipal land development is preferred
• Working knowledge of architectural plans and/or the permitting process a plus

Premier Benefits to Support YOU

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Life, AD&D, and critical illness insurance
• Wellness rewards
• 401(k) savings plan
• Profit Sharing
• Paid time off increasing with tenure
• Tuition reimbursement
• Long and short disability and Parental leave
• Employee discount program on the purchase of a Drees Home
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!

Join a special team that works together to make Drees a successful company and a rewarding place to work.

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Summary

Equal Opportunity Employer - Drug Free Workplace

To learn more about Drees Homes, visit our website - www.dreeshomes.com