Permit Coordinator in Lexington, South Carolina at Veranda Homes

POSITION SUMMARY

As the Permit Coordinator, you will manage the permitting process from application through final approval across multiple municipalities. You will coordinate with internal departments, municipalities, engineers, architects, and other external agencies to ensure permits are complete, accurate, processed efficiently, and compliant with all applicable requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Adhere to and promote the company policies, safety standards, and Mission Statement of Veranda Homes.
• Represent the company professionally in all internal and external interactions and communications.
• Review residential and trade permit applications for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable municipal requirements.
• Coordinate plot plans, drawings, and supporting documentation between internal departments, including Architectural, Purchasing, Land, and Accounting, as well as external agencies.
• Research, gather, and distribute information regarding permit fees, utility fees, processing requirements, and anticipated timelines for each municipality.
• Monitor permits in progress, track review timelines, and follow up on outstanding items.
• Obtain required plans, documents, and supporting information from engineers, architects, and other departments to facilitate timely permit submissions.
• Obtain all required municipal approvals and serve as the primary liaison with each municipality, communicating regularly on permit status, outstanding requirements, and anticipated approval dates.
• Review plans issued by the architect and engineers to ensure correct revision dates and documentation are included.
• Prepare and submit permit applications and related documentation, maintain accurate permitting data, and prepare start packages for Construction Managers.
• Develop and maintain permitting schedules for all assigned communities.
• Maintain organized and accurate company records related to site plan applications, approvals, licenses, permits, and other permitting documentation.
• Provide timely updates to internal teams regarding permit status, municipal requirements, changes, and potential delays.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of administrative, customer service, or municipal building department experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and plot plans.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and take initiative.
• Detail-oriented team player, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a heavy volume workload.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.