Summary of Position Requirements
Permit Coordinator works with the Project Management Team to ensure projects stay on schedule by managing and expediting the permitting process for signage, liaising with townships, cities and municipalities, and ensuring compliance. As a coordinator, you help clients obtain building permits, permits for a structure to be altered, or whatever regulatory permits are required for their project. You may work with engineers, architects, and design staff to ensure permit applications contain every required item in order to avoid costly delays in the review process. You’ll obtain documentation from relevant departments and review it to ensure project paperwork is ready to be submitted to the reviewing agency for approval.
Location: Position preferred to be on-site in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Hybrid or remote options may be available based on experience. If you are currently working as a Permit Coordinator, we encourage you to apply.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Obtain documents from Project Managers and Clients to facilitate the permit application process
- Obtain all required approvals for permits and act as liaison between the company and each municipality
- Prepare and submit applications to various agencies/ boards having jurisdiction over required permits and/or approvals
- Review any plans issued out of the division for correct revision dates and review start packages for accuracy
- Prepare payment requests
- Coordinate paperwork and applications with outside consultants as necessary
- Submit paperwork for permits
- Work closely with the municipalities on the status of permits and ensure they are processed in a timely manner
- Produce and maintain schedules for all communities and coordinate with municipalities from approval to final stages of permitting process
- Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, etc.
- Enter permitting data
- Prepare start packages for Project Managers
- Obtain inspections needed for closing
- Maintain all company files relating to site plan applications, approvals, licenses and permits
- Meet with county board, attend Hearings on behalf of Trademark Sign, to present project and request approval
Education and Experience Requirements
- Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 3+ years’ Experience
- Knowledge of the Construction Industry preferred
- Effective time management in meeting deadlines
- Strong organizational and management skills, ability to prioritize and take initiative
- Must be able to read blueprints and plot plans/site plans
- Must be a detail-oriented team player comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with heavy volume workload
- Advanced PC skills Microsoft Word and Excel
- Excellent follow-up, communication (written and verbal) and time management skills
- Able to professionally perform multiple detail-oriented tasks with simultaneous deadlines
- Customer service experience
- Driver’s License in good standings and no violations
- This position may require the use of a personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement
What we’ll give you:
- All the tools you need to get the job done
- Excellent pay structure, weekly
- Medical, Vision and Dental Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Paid training
- Matching Simple IRA
- Ability to grow within the company
- Latest in technology and equipment
- Professional but relaxed atmosphere
Compensation: Competitive salaryvaries depending upon job experience and certifications.
Trademark Sign, Inc. is a drug-free employer. Trademark Sign and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristics as protected by federal, state or local law.
Learn About Trademark
Trademark got its start in 2009 and we’re proud to say that we are continuing to grow year after year while still maintaining our local, family owned roots.
Ten years ago, we realized there was a need in the industry for a niche organization to excel at ship-in, installation, and service for national sign companies. We knew early on that it’s difficult for a company to do everything and do it all well. When you focus on specific aspects, establish processes and procedures, you excel, and that’s what we set out to do.
We are proud to say that we have perfected what we do and we offer the entire solution for national sign companies including:
- Project Management
- Permit Acquisition (with our in-house permits department)
- Engineering
- Licensed Installers
We truly are THE trusted, integral partner for sign companies. We have every piece of the puzzle needed to complete an installation, and we can do it seamlessly.
Trademark prides itself on quality, integrity, and value and that starts from the inside – our team of dedicated professionals are some of the best in the business and they are trusted to represent our name and provide the best service they possibly can.