Permit Administrator

Permit Administrator I – HFA

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HFA is seeking a dynamic and detail‑oriented Civil Permit Administrator I to join our growing Civil team and help drive the success of projects nationwide. In this role, you’ll take ownership of the civil permitting process from start to finish—working independently to manage documentation, coordinate with jurisdictions, and communicate directly with clients and internal teams. You’ll also mentor junior staff, support complex projects, and collaborate with a talented group of professionals in a fast‑paced, forward‑thinking environment.

If you’re looking to make an impact and grow your career with a company that values innovation, accountability, and teamwork, we want to hear from you.

• Assist supervisor to obtain entitlement and permit approvals for a variety of projects through submittal requirement research, document management, and plan distribution.

• Develop strong communication skills.
• Obtain permit requirements by research and code calling.
• Compile multidiscipline plan sets.
• Complete governmental permit forms.
• Request funds and owner information requirements for plan submission.
• Generate letters of transmittal.
• Facilitate the distribution process of packaging, shipping, and uploading documents.
• Manage and track permit submittals through the review process until final approval.
• Communicate and document review status of the project with the Design Team based upon communication with the government agency/authority having jurisdiction.
• Communicate and collaborate with General Contractor through all stages.

HFA is a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior design firm who thrives in a people‑first driven environment. We build partnerships based on the integration of design thinking and project delivery. We believe that our people are our greatest asset, and we have developed a people‑centric culture where we value our people at all levels. With a focus on well‑being, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), and a flexible work schedule.

Our team members have access to professional development opportunities and learning stipends to pursue professional growth, and we take any chance we can get to recognize and reward our people for their amazing work.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Management, licensure, and other requirements:
  None.

Entry Level – Full‑time – Information Technology – Architecture and Planning