Permit Manager Jobs
Permit Manager jobs are open across construction, utilities, land development, and municipal infrastructure, with specializations in building permits, environmental compliance, and right-of-way permitting, from entry-level coordinator to senior and director roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Overview:
Performs routine to moderately complex administrative and clerical work in support of departmental operations. Serves as Board Secretary and provides administrative support during board meetings. Reports to the Director of Planning & Community Development.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND EXPECTATIONS:
Routinely greets and assists department visitors and answers the phone lines.
Issues and processes permits upon approval, updates permit statuses, and verifies contractor licenses.
Schedules inspections and maintains records.
Receives and reviews various records and reports such as permit applications, inspection forms, and ARB applications.
Performs a variety of administrative tasks, including processing timesheets for the department, creating departmental reports, ordering office supplies, and maintaining and updating inventory.
Prepares weekly and monthly permit reports for the Council and Mayor.
Effectively communicates with various internal and external groups and individuals.
Serves as Board Secretary and attends Board (ARB, BZA, PC, Community Appearance, Construction Board of Appeals) meetings outside of normal working hours. Accepts, processes, tracks, records minutes and/or creates all agendas and packets for the Boards.
Coordinates and schedules Board training and/or continuing education classes for Board Members.
Performs other related duties as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in an Office Manager capacity, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn other software such as NewWorldSystems.net.
Valid South Carolina Driver's License.
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication skills as well as basic mathematical skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Must be able to lift, reach, bend, exert force, or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds. May require sitting, standing, or walking for an extended period of time. Operate office equipment such as: computers, copiers, scanners, phones, fax machines, calculators, postage machines, folder/sealer/label machines, etc.
Position Overview:
Performs routine to moderately complex administrative and clerical work in support of departmental operations. Serves as Board Secretary and provides administrative support during board meetings. Reports to the Director of Planning & Community Development.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND EXPECTATIONS:
Routinely greets and assists department visitors and answers the phone lines.
Issues and processes permits upon approval, updates permit statuses, and verifies contractor licenses.
Schedules inspections and maintains records.
Receives and reviews various records and reports such as permit applications, inspection forms, and ARB applications.
Performs a variety of administrative tasks, including processing timesheets for the department, creating departmental reports, ordering office supplies, and maintaining and updating inventory.
Prepares weekly and monthly permit reports for the Council and Mayor.
Effectively communicates with various internal and external groups and individuals.
Serves as Board Secretary and attends Board (ARB, BZA, PC, Community Appearance, Construction Board of Appeals) meetings outside of normal working hours. Accepts, processes, tracks, records minutes and/or creates all agendas and packets for the Boards.
Coordinates and schedules Board training and/or continuing education classes for Board Members.
Performs other related duties as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in an Office Manager capacity, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn other software such as NewWorldSystems.net.
Valid South Carolina Driver's License.
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication skills as well as basic mathematical skills.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Must be able to lift, reach, bend, exert force, or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds. May require sitting, standing, or walking for an extended period of time. Operate office equipment such as: computers, copiers, scanners, phones, fax machines, calculators, postage machines, folder/sealer/label machines, etc.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in permit manager jobs.
- Experience managing building, land use, or environmental permit applications from submission through approval
- Familiarity with local, state, and federal permitting processes and regulatory agency requirements
- Proficiency with permitting software, project management tools, and GIS platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with government agencies and project teams
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, urban planning, environmental science, or a related field
- Professional certifications such as PMP, AICP, or relevant state-issued permit technician credentials
Tips for Your Permit Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to jurisdiction types
Municipal, county, and state permitting agencies each use different workflows and terminology. Specify on your resume which jurisdictions you've worked with, whether that's local building departments, state environmental agencies, or federal land management offices.
Highlight software your permits ran through
Many employers screen for specific permitting platforms before reading anything else. Name the systems you've used directly in your skills section, including plan review software, GIS tools, and any agency-specific portals you submitted through.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists permit manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show turnaround times you've hit
Hiring managers care deeply about how quickly you move permits through approval cycles. Describe the volume of permits you managed and the average processing time you maintained, especially for complex or multi-agency submissions.
Prepare for scenario questions on rejections
Interviewers often ask how you've handled denied applications or agency pushback. Walk through a specific case where you identified the deficiency, corrected the submission, and got the permit approved without delaying the project timeline.
Negotiate using total timeline impact
If salary discussions stall, shift the conversation to the value of your approval speed. Permit delays cost projects money every day, so your ability to close permits on schedule has a direct financial value you can reference in compensation talks.
Permit Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most permit managers?
The most active employers for permit managers right now are KBR, Avantus, and DC Water, and the most openings are in New York, South Carolina, and Oregon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest at civil engineering firms, utility companies, and local government agencies with active development pipelines.
How many permit manager jobs are remote?
About 60% of permit manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote roles are more common in permitting coordination and document review than in roles requiring in-person agency appearances or field inspections. Hybrid arrangements, where you attend key meetings in person, are the most typical flexible option available right now.
How do you become a permit manager?
Most permit managers start in a permit technician or coordinator role, processing routine applications and learning how local agencies review submissions. From there, you build jurisdiction-specific knowledge, pick up project management skills, and take on more complex multi-agency permits. Earning a credential in planning, construction management, or project management strengthens your path to a manager-level title.
Can you get hired as a permit manager with little experience?
Entry-level permit manager roles do exist, particularly at smaller municipalities, contractors, or consulting firms that handle permitting as part of broader project delivery. Candidates with internship experience in a planning department, a degree in urban planning or construction management, and demonstrated ability to read site plans and interpret zoning codes are competitive even without years of direct permitting experience.
What does the permit manager interview process look like?
Most processes start with a phone or video screen focused on your familiarity with specific permit types and the jurisdictions you've worked with. A second interview typically involves scenario questions about handling agency rejections, tight deadlines, or multi-department coordination. Some employers, especially in government or engineering firms, ask you to walk through a past project end to end, covering how you tracked submissions, resolved issues, and closed the permit.
Where can I find and apply to permit manager jobs?
You can find and apply to permit manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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