Permitting Technician

Job Description Permitting Technician Position Summary Are you a detail oriented, highly organized, administrator looking for variety and growth?

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The Permitting Technician supports the pre-construction process by tracking permit applications, monitoring milestone progress, and maintaining accurate data within company systems.

This role assists in ensuring homes are released to construction on schedule by coordinating documentation and communicating status updates to the appropriate team members.

The Permitting Technician is a detail-oriented, process-driven position that plays an important supporting role in keeping start schedules on track.

Key ResponsibilitiesTrack and monitor permit application status across all active communities and report updates to the teamEnter and maintain accurate milestone dates and permit data in Constellation NewStar or company ERP systemsAssist in preparing and organizing start packages for management review and sign-offCommunicate permit status updates and flag any delays or missing documentation to the appropriate managerCoordinate with local municipalities and permitting offices to follow up on submitted applicationsSupport the architecture tracking process by monitoring lot-specific plan status during the pre-construction cycleAssist in scheduling and facilitating review meetings for plan sign-offs as directedMaintain and update MBE tracking reports and assist with quarterly and annual rebate reportingOrganize and file permit documentation, construction drawings, and related submittals accuratelyAssist with additional reporting and administrative tasks as needed to support the Director of Construction Operations and operations team Required Skills & QualificationsBasic familiarity with residential construction permitting processes; willingness to learn company-specific proceduresAbility to track and monitor multiple permit applications simultaneously with good attention to detailProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)Exposure to construction management or ERP software helpful; experience with NewStar a plusGood organizational skills with strong attention to detailAbility to read basic construction drawings helpful but not requiredClear and professional verbal and written communication skillsAbility to recognize and communicate delays or missing information to the appropriate team memberGood time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentValid driver's license with ability to travel locally to municipalities or job sites as needed Preferred SkillsSome experience or exposure to local municipalities, permitting offices, or government documentation processesFamiliarity with residential construction documentation or plan submittals in any capacityBasic knowledge of start package or pre-construction documentationAny exposure to reporting, data tracking, or administrative support in a construction environmentExperience in a production homebuilding or construction-related environment a plus ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field a plus1–3 years of experience in construction administration, permitting, office coordination, or a related fieldSome experience tracking tasks, deadlines, or project milestones in any environmentFamiliarity with basic documentation processes such as filing, submittals, or data entryExperience working in a team environment with multiple departments or stakeholders a plus Compensation details: PIee55eec87bbd-