Permit Coordinator

About InterAgency:
InterAgency is a fast-growing consulting firm specializing in commercial permitting and regulatory coordination across the D.C., Maryland, and Virginia region. We support developers, architects, and contractors in navigating complex local regulations for large-scale development projects.

Description: InterAgency is seeking a Permit Coordinator to join our growing municipal permitting practice. The successful candidate will work on construction and transportation right-of-way permitting for major infrastructure projects. The candidate will be responsible for interfacing between Client Project Managers and third-party regulators to proactively address permitting needs and resolve permitting-related issues. Candidate must be self-motivated, organized, and be able to communicate information clearly and in a timely manner between multiple project stakeholders.

Education and Experience Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

• Education level: associate degree in engineering, Data Science, Project Management, Economics, Construction Management with 2 years in detail-oriented work environment


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Project management skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Undergraduate Degree in Engineering, Data Science, Planning, Economics, Construction Management


• Experience managing large datasets in Excel or other database management software (i.e. PowerBI, Microsoft Access, Microsoft SharePoint)

Responsibilities:

Projects will range from preliminary planning to implementation. Primary responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Recording data into SharePoint Dashboards


• Review of Civil Site Plans


• Review of Traffic Control Plans (TCPs)


• Applying for DDOT Construction/Excavation Permits through TOPS database.


• Applying for DOEE Approvals through Storm and Groundwater System database


• Applying for DOB Permits through SCOUT and ProjectDox database


• Tracking all permit applications, and reporting up to senior management


• Tracking permit review comments


• Attending regular meetings and documenting meeting notes


• Coordinating with local government regulators


• Facilitating clear communication between the project team and external parties


• Using analytics for process improvements 


• Accurate and detailed daily timekeeping required


• Timely communication with client during regular business hours (8:00 am – 5:00 pm) when on-site and off-site

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodation.


• Work is generally done sitting, talking, hearing, and typing. Visual acuity to use a keyboard, prepare and analyze data and figures; transcribing, viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

Employment Conditions:

• Type: Full-time employment

• Hybrid work arrangement: Three (3) days at Client’s facility in Washington, DC 20032. Two (2) days of remote work per week. This schedule is subject to change at the request of the Client.


• Hours: regular business hours, 8:00 am to 5:00 PM (EST), for both on-site and off-site, unless otherwise specified by the Client.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Annual salary commensurate with experience.


• Salary Range: $ 50,000 - $65,000 /year


• Health, vision, and dental insurance


• 401(k) Safe Harbor employer match project


• Paid holiday leave: 11 Federal holidays


• Paid Time Off: 20 days / year


• Professional Development Reimbursement


• Flexible spending account program


• Dependent care account program


• Eligible for annual performance bonus and raise.


• Company provided equipment and software, as needed

InterAgency employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law.

InterAgency is an equal opportunity employer.

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