NY City Agency Permit Clerk

RPO, Inc. has been providing comprehensive construction consulting since 1987. Our team performs code and zoning review and facilitates procurement of all types of approvals and permits necessary to perform construction in NYC and surrounding areas.

RPO is presently seeking a NY City Agency Permit Clerk to join our construction consulting firm in Midtown, Manhattan. This position is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to join our team and utilize their organizational skills and expertise on interesting and challenging projects.

Primary Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Assist Project Manager to coordinate procurement of construction permits and renewals with the NYC Department of Transportation
• Assist in managing all active construction permits, ensuring timely renewals of permits
• Maintain company database of active permits, proactively renew permits as needed
• Maintain contractor insurances and registrations
• Maintain client contact throughout project to advise on NYC work embargoes which affect work site(s) as directed by Project Manager

Experience Required:

• Previous in-office administrative experience
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Comfortable working with technology - experience tracking data is a plus; experience with Microsoft Suite - Outlook, Excel, Word is a plus
• Direct experience with NYC construction permitting a plus, but not essential

ON THE JOB TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED. THIS IS AN IN-PERSON JOB OPPORTUNITY

This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who is a punctual, reliable, team player, with a good work ethic and who enjoys a rewarding and fast-paced work environment.

Position offers a medical insurance, qualified retirement account contribution, paid time-off, excellent work environment in a convenient location.

To apply: Please email the following to info@rpoinc.com

1. Cover letter

2. Resume

3. Two or more references

We look forward to hearing from you.