Permitting Specialist

ms consultants • Columbus, OH

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Permitting Specialist joins ms consultants, inc.’s Building Systems team and coordinates permitting for multiple projects as part of full-service project delivery. The role focuses on researching permitting processes and timelines with applicable jurisdictions, setting clear client expectations about how permitting may affect project opening dates, and sharing research with internal teams and clients. After construction documents are submitted, the specialist follows up and monitors review progress to confirm projects are moving as expected. The work covers permits and approvals such as state and local building permits, signage permits, state or local health permits, EPA permits, water service permits, and erosion and sediment control permits. The specialist collaborates with architects, engineers, technicians, administrative professionals, and project team leaders in a matrixed environment. The position is based in Columbus, Ohio, with a hybrid work option; full-time remote work may be available for select positions depending on role requirements.

Requirements

• Proactive, self-motivated problem solver who is willing and able to communicate ideas.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in a matrixed team environment.
• Highly organized and creative thinker.
• Technical computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Experience working in technical project teams.
• Experience researching planning and zoning approvals with municipalities.
• Ability to learn office production workflow.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outreach to applicable permitting jurisdictions to research permitting processes and timelines.
• Set client expectations about permitting requirements and potential effects on project opening dates.
• Record and report permitting research to internal teams and clients.
• Follow up after construction document submission and monitor review progress.
• Coordinate permitting across multiple projects and organize, record, track, and monitor permitting data.
• Assist project team leaders in aligning client and technical expectations for each project construction schedule.
• Perform production-related project tasks using Excel and other Microsoft Office platforms.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed