Project Manager, Permitting [San Francisco/Bay Area, CA]

Pulley • San Francisco, CA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Pulley helps the country’s top architects, builders, and retailers speed up every project in their portfolio. With AI-powered permitting intelligence and expert guidance, we eliminate costly delays and bring predictability across the full lifecycle of commercial projects. Today, permitting is the slowest, most uncertain part of building, spread across 19,000+ jurisdictions with different rules, timelines, and surprises. Pulley gives project teams the clarity and predictability they need to move from planning to opening without delays. We support rollout programs for brands like J.Crew, Solidcore, and Hibbett Sports, as well as major data center buildouts, EV charging networks, and other commercial projects. Our platform dramatically reduces approval timelines, improves forecasting accuracy, and removes thousands of hours of manual work from design and construction teams. Founded in 2021, Pulley combines deep permitting expertise with purpose-built AI from people who have created products used by millions. We’re backed by CRV, Susa Ventures, Fifth Wall, and leaders from Plaid, Segment, ServiceTitan, and Procore.

Requirements

• Must be located in San Francisco, CA (or the general Bay Area).
• 6+ years in architecture, construction, or permitting, with demonstrated involvement in various permitting processes.
• Strong familiarity with local building codes, zoning regulations, and permitting processes, specifically in the Los Angeles area.
• Excellent communication abilities and talent for building strong relationships with clients and municipal officials.
• Skilled in using relevant software tools and adaptable in learning new systems that enhance operational efficiency.
• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or closely related field

Responsibilities

• Gain a deep understanding of local permitting rules across various markets, focusing on streamlining complex processes.
• Act as a trusted advisor, guiding clients through intricate approval processes to achieve fast and efficient outcomes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal staff, working together to accelerate approval times.
• Oversee multiple permitting projects simultaneously, ensuring that each hits key milestones and moves swiftly to completion while anticipating and resolving potential permitting roadblocks, ensuring projects stay on track.
• Work with internal teams from product, engineering, and leadership to continuously improve Pulley’s platform and enhance the client experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior