Senior Project Manager - PermittingMid-Atlantic Region (MD or VA) | REMOTE | Full-Time
*NOTE: Desired applicant must reside in the state of Maryland or Virginia*
Position OverviewWe're looking for a
Senior Project Manager - Permitting to join our Project Delivery team. In this role, you'll collaborate with a team of project managers and drive successful execution of high-profile and complex permitting projects in the DC, MD, and VA region. You'll work closely with clients, municipal agencies, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless, on-time project delivery while advancing best-in-class service standards.
What You'll Do- Manage the full lifecycle of permit-related projects-from initial filing to certificate of occupancy or completion.
- Serve as the primary communication hub for all assigned projects:
- Providing proactive status updates to the Manager, internal Project Management team, and clients on a daily and weekly cadence
- Escalating issues before they become delays
- Ensuring no stakeholder is left waiting for critical information
- Serve as a direct point of contact for clients, bringing professionalism, responsiveness, care, and strong interpersonal communication skills to every interaction; maintain and strengthen client relationships through consistent communication, reliable follow-through, and a service-first, solutions-oriented mindset.
- Demonstrate flexibility in meeting client demands within a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
- Maintain detailed project records and provide regular, structured status updates to clients and internal management teams.
- Coordinate and communicate with clients, plans examiners, and internal teams.
- Oversee deliverables including entitlements, timelines, and risk tracking.
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures and project quality standards.
- Prepare reports, documentation, and milestone updates for leadership and clients.
- Contribute to productivity goals and continuous improvement efforts.
- Serve as a mentor for other project team members
What You'll BringRequired:- Strong, proactive communication skills - both written and verbal - with a demonstrated ability to keep clients and stakeholders informed before they ask for updates, set clear expectations, and communicate delays or issues before they escalate
- Strong initiative and a genuine desire to learn: this role requires someone who takes ownership, digs in independently, and actively builds expertise in an evolving field
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with ability to multitask
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across internal departments
- Proven experience collaborating with internal and external project teams, with the ability to motivate, delegate, and drive accountability across multiple priorities.
- Ability to work on complex projects simultaneously
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
- 5+ years of experience in permitting and / or entitlements in the Mid-Atlantic region.
- Must reside in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington DC
Preferred:- Knowledge of permitting workflows, municipal codes, and development processes.
- Experience with multi-state or national rollouts in retail, hospitality, or commercial sectors.
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field.
Work Environment & Schedule- This position is remote with a focus on the Mid-Atlantic Region (DC, VA, MD).
- Standard working hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30:00am - 5:00pm, minimum 40 hours/week.
- Travel requirements: Must be willing to travel to building departments in this region for in-person submissions or meetings, when required. (Travel Reimbursement will be provided)
Compensation & Benefits- Salary range: $90,000 - $1000,000 annually, based on knowledge, skills, and experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, plus 401K plan with a match.
- Paid time off: holidays, vacation, sick, personal, and birthday.
- Cell phone stipend and commuter benefits.
- Career development and advancement opportunities.
