Permitting Coordinator - Land Development

Who We Are

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000 passionate team members across 70 locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US

As a Permitting Coordinator at Atwell, you will play a key role in driving our land development projects forward by managing the permitting process from start to finish. You will work in a collaborative, fast-moving environment where communication, organization, and problem-solving are highly valued. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys building relationships with agencies, digging into details, and keeping projects on schedule.

What You'll Do:

• Own the permitting process by researching requirements, contacting agencies, and gathering required documentation.
• Prepare and submit complete and accurate permit applications.
• Partner with survey, engineering, environmental, and construction teams to secure exhibits and supporting materials.
• Track application progress through online portals and internal tools while monitoring deadlines and milestones.
• Communicate clearly with internal teams, external agencies, and clients to ensure alignment.
• Identify potential roadblocks early and help navigate conditions of approval.

Qualifications:

• Three to five years of permitting experience preferred
• Background in land development projects strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail and exceptional organization skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel locally when needed, less than ten percent
• High School Diploma required

Disclaimer 

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

Pay Range : $25 USD - $35 USD

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages 
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation 
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment 
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals 
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services