Permitting Coordinator - Land Development New

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 55 locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards:

• Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #10 in the “Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms” in the U.S. by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
• Recognized in Crains “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.
• Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

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

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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 up to $25K
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals up to $5,000
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 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