Project Permitter

Dewberry • Richmond, VA

12d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Dewberry is hiring a Project Permitter for its Real Estate and Commercial Development Team, based out of the Danville, Virginia, or Richmond, Virginia, office. Remote work is also possible. The role engages authorities having jurisdiction over development projects to coordinate and lead permitting efforts needed for design and construction. It combines administrative, technical, project and program management, and client-facing responsibilities to manage project timelines and coordinate permitting requirements for local jurisdictions.

The position supports a large volume of projects and requires coordination with local and geographically dispersed professionals, clients, and local jurisdictions. The candidate must be willing to travel for planning, zoning, and council meetings. A bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required if relevant work experience aligns with the position. Three to five years of experience is preferred, not stated as required. The projected annual salary range is $70,000–$90,000, with the range potentially varying based on skills, experience, location, and market conditions. Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

Requirements

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work on multiple project assignments concurrently.
• Ability to work and interact with clients and maintain project budgets and schedules.
• Desire to work in a team environment.
• Strong program management skills using schedule software and Microsoft Office programs.
• Willingness to travel for planning, zoning, and council meetings.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required if relevant work experience aligns with the position.
• Three to five years of experience preferred, but not stated as required.
• Experience in commercial development, civil engineering, or a related field managing schedules and deliverables is desired but not required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three to five years of experience.
• Experience in commercial development, civil engineering, or a related field managing schedules and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with local and geographically dispersed teams of professionals to meet local jurisdictional development permitting requirements.
• Manage schedules, permit fees, and deliverable execution for a large volume of projects.
• Work with clients and maintain project budgets and schedules.
• Work on multiple project assignments concurrently.
• Travel to planning, zoning, and council meetings.

What This Job Offers

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