Permit Coordinator

Industry: Construction / Development / Architecture

Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Permit Coordinator to manage the full permitting lifecycle across a diverse portfolio of projects. This individual will act as a key liaison between internal teams and external regulatory agencies, ensuring all submissions meet local codes, zoning requirements, and jurisdictional standards.

This is a critical role for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and can confidently navigate complex permitting processes to keep projects on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

Permitting & Compliance

• Manage the full permitting lifecycle from initial research and application through final approvals
• Serve as the primary point of contact with municipalities, building departments, and regulatory agencies
• Review architectural and construction documents for compliance with local codes, zoning regulations, and permitting requirements
• Identify required permits and proactively drive submission, tracking, and approval timelines
• Respond to plan check comments and coordinate with internal teams and external partners to resolve issues

Project Coordination

• Partner with design, engineering, and construction teams to ensure plans meet jurisdictional requirements prior to submission
• Support inspections and ensure compliance with permit conditions throughout the construction process
• Identify risks, bottlenecks, and jurisdictional nuances early and develop mitigation strategies

Documentation & Tracking

• Maintain accurate and organized documentation, logs, and tracking systems for all permits and approvals
• Prepare and distribute meeting agendas, minutes, and project correspondence
• Stay current on changes in local codes, regulations, and policies, and communicate impacts to stakeholders
• Contribute to improving and scaling permitting processes as the company grows

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3–5 years of experience in permitting, code compliance, or project coordination
• Strong understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and permitting processes
• Experience working directly with municipalities, plan reviewers, and regulatory agencies
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction drawings
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and follow‑through
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple stakeholders
• Comfortable working cross‑functionally in a fast‑paced, evolving environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience
• Experience in a high‑growth or startup environment
• Experience with process improvement or systems implementation

Work Environment & Benefits

• On‑site role
• Competitive compensation performance‑based bonuses equity
• Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with company support
• HSA/FSA options
• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident coverage
• Weekly team lunches and team‑building events
• Commuter benefits
• Employee support programs including adoption assistance, caregiver support, and financial resources

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of New York, NY.

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on May 1, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $35 - $50