Construction Permitting and Inspection Program Manager

Cumming Group•Los Angeles, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Cumming Group is seeking a Construction Permitting and Inspection Program Manager in Los Angeles, CA, to support rebuilding efforts after the 2025 LA County fires. This high-visibility role involves overseeing the permitting, compliance, inspection, and delivery of construction projects, primarily single-family residences. The successful candidate will have a significant impact on homeowners in the region during their rebuilding process and will work within a leading Construction Management firm.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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-solving, and organizational abilities; ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
Contract management, budgeting, risk mitigation, and ability to handle multiple projects under deadlines.

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.