Permit Specialist
MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Seattle • Washington • United States
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Salary
💰 $30 - $38 per hour
About the role
- Manage the full lifecycle of the permitting process, ensuring all applications are prepared accurately and submitted on time.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, sales, and project teams to gather required documentation.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and provide clear, ongoing updates on permit status.
- Independently prepare and submit complete permit application packages, including all required forms.
- Review drawings and submittals for accuracy and completeness.
- Track, monitor, and report permit-related costs to support accurate job costing and financial transparency.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with local jurisdictions and internal stakeholders.
Requirements
- Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- A proven track record of managing and completing permitting processes; familiarity with building codes is a plus.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam, with the ability to read, understand, and manage trade drawings and technical documentation.
- Prior permitting experience along with at least three years of administrative support, with an emphasis on permitting processes and managing documentation.
- Experience with business licensing processes is considered an added advantage.
- The expectation of working onsite in the SeaTac office three days per week and working remotely for the remaining two days.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision for employees (coverage available for dependents for shared premium).
- 401k retirement plan including Company matching.
- Vacation and Sick Compensation (PTO), and Holiday Pay!
- Disability income protection including short term and long-term disability.
- Employee and dependent life insurance.
- Wellness Program.
- Employee Assistance Program.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
permitting process managementregulatory compliancedocumentation managementcost trackingbuilding codes familiarityadministrative supportbusiness licensing processes
Soft skills
organizational skillsattention to detailcollaborationrelationship building