Full Job Description
Our firm is currently hiring a Construction Permitting and Inspection Program Manager located in Los Angeles, CA. This position will be dedicated to supporting a high volume of construction permits needed for rebuilding efforts after the 2025 LA County fires. The successful individual will oversee the permitting, compliance, inspection, and delivery of construction projects. This is a high visibility role with a tremendous ability to have a positive impact on homeowners in the region as they embark on the rebuilding process. We encourage those seeking an impactful role with an industry leading Construction Management firm to apply.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Lead the permitting and approvals process for a portfolio of construction projects (mostly single-family residences), coordinating with government agencies, consultants, and internal teams to secure necessary permits and approvals.
• Ensure projects comply with federal, state, and local regulations, environmental standards, and building codes.
• Work with the client and architectural and engineering (AE) consultants to manage the disposition of plan check comments, AE responses, and backcheck.
• Identify regulatory risks during the plan check and permit approvals process.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, third-party utility agencies, community groups, and contractors.
• Oversee environmental and construction compliance activities, including inspections, reporting, and permit modifications.
• Review and manage the completion of inspection reports, milestone updates, and compliance documentation.
• Support the inspection, inspection sign-off, and certificate of occupancy process.
Knowledge & Skills Required:
• Understanding of construction, inspection, and quality assurance principles; familiarity with local municipal, building, fire, and electrical codes.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and changing demands.
• Understanding of federal, state, and local regulations affecting construction and inspection.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to present complex technical information clearly.
• Proficiency with computers, data analysis tools, and inspection management software
• Prior experience with LA County Building and Safety is highly preferred.
Preferred Education and Experience:
• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management is required.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of prior experience performing construction permitting and inspection oversight/management services.
• Knowledge of construction industry standards, codes, blueprints, and regulatory frameworks; familiarity with environmental permitting.
• Strong communication, leadership, problem-solvi#ng, and organizational abilities; ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
• Contract management, budgeting, risk mitigation, and ability to handle multiple projects under deadlines.
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The salary range for this full-time role is $132,800.00-$185,933.36 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.
In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program