Building Compliance Architect​/Engineer

The U.S. construction permitting process is a black box. Over 500,000 forms and 20,000 processes, yet 95% of cities use the same building code. Every permitting delay costs businesses revenue, stalls expansion, and disrupts construction schedules.
Founded in 2022 by builders, entrepreneurs, and industry experts, Green Lite eliminates permitting uncertainty for developers nationwide.
We combine AI-powered technology with an in-house team of registered architects, engineers, and city planners to deliver the fastest, most predictable path to permit approval. Our expert-led compliance process ensures plans are code-ready before submission, reducing revisions, delays, and costs.
Green Lite has raised $86M in venture funding from leading investors including Insight Partners, Energize Capital, Craft Ventures, Live Oak Ventures, Trust Ventures, and Chicago Ventures. National brands, including Walgreens, TD Bank, and Driven Brands, trust us to accelerate approvals, reduce risk, and unlock growth.

Green Lite is seeking a Building Compliance Architect/Engineer to lead the review and approval of our clients' construction documents within a Service Delivery pod. You will review plans for compliance with local and national building codes under state and municipal private provider laws, work with multidisciplinary teams and client design teams, and make sure every submission aligns with AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) requirements.

The role combines hands‑on plan review, quality control, and design team coordination to deliver timely, compliant commercial building permits.

On any given day, you can expect to do the following key activities:

• Reviewing construction plans for compliance with all applicable regulatory codes and standards.

• Providing guidance and corrections to project design teams to keep design systems consistent and of high quality.

• Certifying plans for submission to local authorities as a private provider, in coordination with the client's Architect of Record / Engineer of Record

• Communicating with design teams and regulatory authorities to resolve design issues and clarify review comments.

• Writing and approving comment letters, and running office hours with design teams.

• Making sure documentation and permit applications are accurate and submitted promptly.

• Supporting your pod's Project Manager and Permit Coordinator by gathering documentation, completing applications, and working with government agencies.

• Sharing architectural or engineering expertise and product feedback with cross‑functional teams to improve internal processes and software.

• Using Green Lite's AI‑assisted review tools, and AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini

• Registered Architect (RA) or Professional Engineer (PE) license required
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• 8+ years of architectural or engineering experience with demonstrated expertise in building code compliance and regulatory plan review.

• Strong familiarity with AHJ coordination, private provider processes, and building permitting workflows.

• Proven experience submitting and resolving permitting issues with authorities.

• Proven experience in project management and client interaction.

• Detail‑oriented, with the ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Ability to use, or quickly learn, multiple software applications

• Working proficiency with AI platforms such as ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini

• Competitive Compensation - Generous base salary & access to our Employee Equity Program, so you can grow with us.

• Performance‑Based Annual Bonuses - Rewards for high‑impact results and contributions that move the needle.

• Premium Health Coverage -…