Permitting Specialist

ms consultants, inc.

. Set appropriate client expectations for the permitting process and its impacts on opening dates .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating permitting processes, managing multiple projects, and collaborating with diverse teams to align client and technical expectations. Proficient in researching planning and zoning approvals and maintaining organized permitting data.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Building Permitting ProcessesProject CoordinationResearching Planning ApprovalsMicrosoft Office ProficiencyStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Permitting CoordinationProject ManagementData TrackingTechnical ResearchConstruction Document Submission

Soft Skills

Proactive Problem SolverCreative ThinkerHighly OrganizedGood CollaboratorStrong Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Permitting JurisdictionsHealth PermitsEPA PermitsWater Service PermitsErosion and Sediment Control Permits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set appropriate client expectations for the permitting process and its impacts on opening dates
Coordinate and conduct outreach to applicable permitting jurisdictions to research processes and timelines
Record and report permitting research to internal teams and clients
Follow up after construction document submission and monitor review progress
Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and ensure timelines are met
Assist project team leaders in aligning client and technical expectations with project construction schedules
Organize, record, track, and monitor permitting data
Coordinate permitting for building permits, signage permits, health permits, EPA permits, water service permits, and erosion and sediment control permits
Collaborate with architects, engineers, technicians, administrative professionals, clients, and team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proactive problem solver
Willing and able to communicate ideas and learn office production workflow in a collaborative, matrixed team environment
Strong communication skills
Good collaborator
Creative thinker
Highly organized
Technical computer skills with Microsoft Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
Experience working in technical project teams
Experience researching planning and zoning approvals with municipalities
Technical understanding of building permitting processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Costs for licensure, certifications, and further education
Health coverage options
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Long-term care insurance
401(k) plan with company matching contributions
Paid time off
Flexible work schedules
Company-paid holidays
Hybrid work option
Full-time remote work for select positions, depending on the role and work requirements