Building Permits, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction, Continuous Improvement, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Easements, Federal Government, Healthcare, Higher Education, Land Development, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Close-Out, Project Development, Project Engineering, Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Regulations, Retail, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
At HCE, permitting is a critical part of how projects move from concept to construction. Our Permitting Team works closely with engineers, project managers, clients, and regulatory agencies to keep projects moving forward efficiently and compliantly.
We're looking for a Permit Coordinator to support all phases of the permitting process—from initial research and agency coordination to permit approvals and final project close-out.
What You'll Do:
- Research permitting requirements across local, state, and federal agencies during project planning and proposal phases.
- Prepare, assemble, and submit permit applications, supporting documentation, signatures, and permit fees.
- Coordinate permitting efforts with Project Engineers, Project Managers, Team Leaders, clients, and regulatory agencies.
- Schedule and facilitate pre-application and pre-submittal meetings with permitting agencies.
- Track permit status, monitor review timelines, and proactively communicate updates to project teams.
- Coordinate responses to agency comments and assist with the preparation of resubmittal packages.
- Maintain accurate permit logs, records, and project documentation.
- Support proposal preparation and additional service requests related to permitting activities.
- Research deeds, plats, easements, plans, and other publicly available records needed to support project development.
- Coordinate final permit close-out and certification submissions, ensuring all required documentation is submitted and approvals are obtained.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with permitting agencies and regulatory staff.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
- 4+ years of permitting, land development, civil engineering, planning, or related experience.
- Strong understanding of municipal, county, state, and federal permitting processes.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Self-motivated, collaborative, and comfortable working in a deadline-driven environment.
- Ability to effectively coordinate with internal teams, clients, and agency representatives.
Why HCE?
As an employee-owned company, every team member has a direct stake in our success. You'll work alongside experienced professionals on exciting projects that shape communities and create memorable experiences around the world. We value collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
This is a full-time, in-office position reporting to the Senior Permitting Coordinator in our Orlando office.
If you enjoy solving permitting challenges, building relationships, and helping projects move successfully from concept to construction, we'd love to hear from you.
Harris Civil Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, military status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Harris Civil Engineers will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with HR.
About Harris Civil Engineers:Harris Civil Engineers (HCE) is a well‑established, 100% employee‑owned civil engineering firm providing full‑service design solutions with a commitment to creative and innovative project delivery.
HCE maintains a longstanding presence in hospitality and themed entertainment and brings extensive experience across residential, higher education, healthcare, and retail projects.