USA; Canada Remote (Global) Full-time USD 70,000 – 100,000 / year

PermitFlow is hiring a Permit Operations Lead (Fully Remote)

Responsibilities

  • Act as the main contact for customers, providing updates on permit status, timelines, and requirements.
  • Develop team members by delivering training, coaching, feedback, and direction, while overseeing their work and conducting one-on-one meetings.
  • Manage the entire permit application process, including researching requirements, preparing forms, gathering documents, and submitting to authorities.
  • Create detailed reports on permit progress and deliver regular, clear updates to customers and stakeholders.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflows, reduce bottlenecks, and boost operational efficiency.
  • Ensure all permit applications are complete, accurate, and compliant with jurisdictional standards.
  • Proactively track permit statuses and engage with authorities to expedite approvals.

Requirements

  • 3-5+ years of relevant experience in construction permitting, project management, or a similar role, ideally in a SaaS or tech-driven environment.
  • Strong understanding of permitting processes, regulations, and compliance standards, including jurisdictional differences.
  • Exceptional project management skills with the ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional work, customer relationship management, and collaboration with authorities.
  • Customer-centric mindset with a background in customer success, customer experience, or sales, and a proven ability to deliver high-quality service.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to stay calm under pressure, assess challenges, and find effective solutions.

Nice to Have

  • Experience managing permitting projects across multiple states or regions.
  • 2+ years of leadership experience managing and mentoring teams, including coaching, performance management, and team development.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and meaningful equity in a high-growth company.
  • 100% company-paid base medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees plus healthcare FSA.
  • 401(k) savings plan.
  • Unlimited PTO and paid family leave.
  • Home office and equipment stipend.

Compensation

Competitive salary and meaningful equity

Work Arrangement

Remote (Worldwide)

Job Details
Location USA; Canada
Work mode Remote (Global)
Employment Full-time
Salary USD 70,000 – 100,000 / year
Department Permit Operations
Category other
Posted 9 months ago
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PermitFlow is redefining how America builds by modernizing pre-construction with an AI workforce that delivers speed, accuracy, and visibility. The company accelerates housing development, enables clean-energy projects, and powers real estate development.
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