Permit Technician

at CTA Architects Engineers in Caldwell, Idaho, United States

Job Description

Position Description

As a Permit Technician, you will play a key role in supporting the permitting process for a wide range of projects. This position requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. You will work closely with project teams, clients, and municipal agencies to develop timelines, prepare submittals, and track progress to ensure all permitting goals are met efficiently and accurately.

Position Salary Range*

The expected salary range for this position is $51,000 to $63,000 annually.

Required Qualifications**

• 5+ years of experience in the Architecture/Engineering industry or a related field
• Ability to identify, track, and communicate construction schedule risks related to permit delays
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
• General understanding of building codes and permitting processes
• Familiarity with permit requirements for grocery or retail projects
• Printing, scanning, and shipping coordination skills
• Ability to track and manage 50100 permits simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to remain positive, professional, and solutions-focused under pressure

Preferred Qualifications**

• Associate degree or higher in a related field preferred
• Smartsheet experience preferred
• Experience coordinating or managing permit submittals strongly preferred

Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they dont meet 100% of the listed requirements? We dont want you to hold back! If you check most of the qualifications above and believe you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!

Position Responsibilities***

• Review permit applications and construction documents for completeness and compliance with submittal requirements
• Route plans and documents to appropriate internal reviewers and external agencies
• Coordinate the plan review process and ensure all required documentation, corrections, and approvals are completed
• Prepare, submit, and issue permits in accordance with building department standards, development conditions, improvement standards, construction specifications, and city ordinances
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with project teams, public, development community, city staff, and others contacted during the course of work; serve as a liaison between multiple stakeholders
• Work with supervisors to review construction documents and ensure accurate, complete permit applications
• Maintain tracking logs, schedules, and status reports as required by project managers
• Monitor deadlines and follow up proactively to ensure the timely issuance of permits

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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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