Permit Coordinator

Company: Summit Companies
Location: Fort Lauderdale
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Description JOB SUMMARY : The Permit Coordinator position is responsible for managing the process of obtaining permits and to provide administrative and general office support and organization to the branch. This is performed through various tasks including being a point of contact when internal and external customers who enter our facility. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES : Provide customer service to all internal and external customers starting with proper greeting whether by phone, e-mail or in person - Welcome and greet all visitors, determine their needs, and direct them to the correct department(s) and/or person(s). Completing, reviewing, and submitting applications and arranging payment for permits, licenses, or other authorizations. Coordinating with contractors, architects, engineers, subcontractors, inspectors, and other relevant parties throughout the permitting process. Communicating with clients about the status of permitting applications and responding to questions about the permitting process. Completing all company related tasks to ensure permits are issued in a timely manner. Resolve any conflicts preventing issue of a permit. Correctly utilize assigned organization systems to include assisting team members with functionality, acting as the local SME. Process Certificates of Insurance (COI) as requested by customers, process additionally insured requests per company policies and procedures. Process all incoming and outgoing mail: prepare ground mail and UPS for pick up, receive, and appropriately distribute mail. Track and order office supplies, sending order requests to Corporate for approval and processing, as appropriate. Other duties may be assigned. QUALIFICATIONS The qualifications listed below are representative of the elements required to perform the job successfully, however in some cases, an equivalent combination of Education, Training, Certifications and Experience may meet the job qualifications. Education, Training, Certifications: High School Diploma or GED, required. Experience, Knowledge, Skill Requirements: 2 years customer service, preferred. Experience in Construction or fire safety fields, preferred. 1 year scheduling experience, preferred: a general knowledge of local zip codes, and geographic breakdown of the area for appropriate scheduling (as relevant). Communication Skills: Must have the ability to effectively read, write and communicate in English with employees and customers. Systems and Software Skills: Ability to operate a computer and advanced Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) experience required. Other Qualifications: Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required. Must be able to comply with SFS’s Drug and Alcohol policy and Background screening requirements, which may also include customer specific requirements based on contractual agreement. PHYSICAL & WORK ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods. Employee will occasionally be required to bend, kneel, balance, lift Work Environment: Employee will consistently be required to work indoors in an office setting, work alone and with others. Office setting are mild to moderate temperatures. We are fully committed to equal opportunities for employment to all individuals regardless of race, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability, familial status, and any other classification protected under the law. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. LI-BH2

Keywords: Summit Companies, Key Biscayne , Permit Coordinator, Administration, Clerical , Fort Lauderdale, Florida