2-4 years of experience in construction or permitting industry
Bachelor's degree in architecture, urban planning, engineering, or related field
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in Microsoft software
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Preferred experience with municipal permitting processes
Preferred familiarity with client-facing consulting roles
Responsibilities
Serve as backup to the Senior Project Manager, tracking project milestones and approvals
Manage projects end-to-end, ensuring quality control and timely deliverables
Review new projects and prepare municipality applications
Facilitate team communication and provide guidance or training
Make timely decisions and solve problems effectively
Attend city meetings and represent the company professionally
Collaborate with design teams and interpret construction documents
Assist with project-related accounting and reporting
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
401K plan with a match
Paid time off including holidays, vacation, sick time, personal, and birthday
Career development and growth opportunities
Full Job Description
Project Manager, Permitting New York City, NY | Hybrid | Full-Time
Position Overview We're looking for a Project Manager, Permitting to join our team. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing projects and ensuring continuity in the absence of the Senior Project Manager (SPM). You'll work closely with clients, Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and internal teams to facilitate all aspects of permitting, maintain accurate project records, and deliver high-quality outcomes on time.
What You'll Do
Serve as backup to the Senior Project Manager, tracking project milestones, filings, permits, approvals, and occupancy updates.
Manage projects end-to-end, ensuring quality control, timely deliverables, and accurate records.
Review new projects, gather required information, and prepare municipality applications (filings, permits, objections, variances).
Facilitate team communication, and provide guidance or training to personnel.
Make timely decisions and solve problems while maintaining strong organizational and analytical skills.
Attend city/jurisdictional meetings, understand regulations, and represent the company professionally.
Collaborate with design/development teams and interpret plans, maps, and construction documents.
Assist with project-related accounting, billing, and reporting.
Travel as needed to client meetings, summits, or events.
Develop strategies and solutions with supervisor for project challenges or issues.
What You'll Bring Required:
2-4 years of experience in the construction or permitting industry.
Bachelor's degree in architecture, urban planning, engineering, or a related technical field.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task and work independently.
Knowledge of Microsoft software.
Strong communicationand collaboration skills.
Preferred:
Experience with municipal permitting processes and compliance.
Familiarity with client-facing consulting roles.
Work Environment & Schedule
This position is based in New York City, NY, with a hybrid schedule.
Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Travel to client sites or municipal agencies as required.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: $75,000 - $90,000, based on knowledge, skills, and experience.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, and 401K plan with a match.
Paid time off: holiday, vacation, sick time, personal and birthday.
