Permit Administrator I

Description

HFA is seeking a Permit Administrator I to join our dynamic team in an entry-level role that offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development. In this position, you will assist supervisors in obtaining entitlement and permit approvals for a variety of projects. Your responsibilities will include conducting research, managing documents, compiling plan sets, and facilitating the distribution process. You will play a key role in ensuring timely and accurate permit submissions, tracking their progress through review stages, and communicating with both internal teams and government agencies. As part of a collaborative, people-first environment, this position offers the chance to build essential communication and organizational skills while supporting the success of our projects.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Permit Administrator I is an entry level position assisting supervisor to obtain entitlement and permit approvals for a variety of projects through submittal requirement research, document management and plans distributions.

Job Duties include but are not limited to:

• Develop strong communication skills
• Obtain permit requirements by research and code calling
• Compile multidiscipline plan sets
• Complete governmental permit forms
• Request funds and owner information requirements for plan submission
• Generate letters of transmittal
• Facilitate the distribution process of packaging, shipping and uploading documents
• Manage and track permit submittals through the review process until final approval
• Communicate and document review status of the project with the Design Team based upon commination with the government agency/authority having jurisdiction
• Communicate and collaborate with General Contractor through all stages

About HFA
HFA is a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior design firm who thrives in a people first driven environment. We build partnerships based on the integration of design thinking and project delivery. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we have developed a people-centric culture where we value our people at all levels. With a focus on well-being, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and a flexible work schedule. 
 
Our team members have access to professional development opportunities and learning stipends to pursue professional growth, and we take any chance we can get to recognize and reward our people for their amazing work. 

Qualifications

Job Qualifications:

Management Requirements: None required
Education Requirements: High school diploma or GED equivalent
Licensure Requirements: None required