Permitting Coordinator

Tesla•Austin, TX

65d

About The Position

An integral member of Tesla's Permitting Team, the Permitting Coordinator plays a key role in ensuring the permitting process progresses smoothly. Tesla is a demanding, fast paced, and exciting environment where disciplined, self-motivated individuals can grow and excel. To contribute to this mission, the Permitting Coordinator will efficiently gather and submit specified plans, supplemental documents, and application materials required by local building and planning departments to permit the design and construction of Giga Texas Tesla projects.

Requirements

2+ years of experience in architecture, engineering, or construction (AEC) fields, with direct work on construction permits
Proficiency in Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Exceptional written, verbal, and team communication skills
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple deadlines
Proactive, self-motivated, and adaptable to a fast-paced environment
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders
Familiarity with Texas-specific compliance standards (e.g., accessibility documentation)

Responsibilities

Submit, track, and file building, fire, temporary, and supplemental permits with local municipalities promptly
Communicate proactively with internal teams and jurisdictional officials to resolve workflow obstacles and process changes
Maintain and update internal databases, permit trackers, and spreadsheets in real time
Manage all permit-related documentation, including organizing files and ensuring compliance with state accessibility regulations and standards
Monitor permit due dates, facilitate timely issuance, and follow up on stalled cases to expedite approvals
Identify inefficiencies in internal tracking systems and propose process improvements for permit submissions
Ensure accurate and complete application materials are prepared and submitted for Giga Texas projects

Benefits

Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program