Permit Coordinator

Garman Builders, Inc., a name synonymous with award-winning design, superior construction, and exceptional workmanship, is hiring! Family owned and locally operated in Central Pennsylvania since 1972, Garman provides a gateway to upward success, team and community connection, and building a future with a trustworthy, well-established residential construction company.

The Permit Coordinator owns and manages the full permit application process for residential construction projects, ensuring accurate, timely, and complete submission and approval of building permits. This role is a good fit for a highly organized individual who is comfortable working proactively and diplomatically with municipalities, even when our deadlines are not their obligation. Confidence in respectfully advocating for timely responses is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit permit applications accurately and on time based on internal scheduling requirements.
• Meet all permit deadlines based on job release and construction schedules. This includes regularly following up with municipal offices to ensure applications are progressing, proactively resolving any issues or rejections.
• Coordinate with internal departments to communicate any potential delays or other unusual circumstances and collaborate to find an effective solution. Obtain relevant documents and signatures as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of permitting requirements for each township, borough, and authority.
• Digitally organize and archive all permit documents by job.

• Administrative experience, preferred
• Tenacity and proactive follow-up skills to drive timely permit approvals
• Exceptional organizational abilities to effectively manage multiple permits across various stages
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate submissions and documentation
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external municipal offices
• Familiarity with residential construction processes and municipal permit requirements preferred

• Competitive Wages
• Profit Sharing
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Wellness Benefits
• Book Club
• Financial Wellness HUB
• Working Advantage Discount Program
• Additional Team Member Discounts