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Permitting Coordinator January 7, 2026

AA103

Located in Ocala, FL

Pay: $24.00-$25.00/hr

Job Full Description

Permitting Coordinator (Full-Time)

Ocala, FL | $50,000–$55,000/year | Benefits Included

 

This role requires a polished, professional office professional who can manage permitting activities with local municipalities and government agencies. Knowledge of the Ocala area is highly preferred. Experience working in a corporate, Paralegal or engineering environment is a strong plus.

 

Job Summary

The Permitting Coordinator will oversee and manage all permit and plan-related activities within the division. This role involves coordinating with municipalities, water management districts, consultants, and internal teams to ensure permits are submitted, tracked, and approved in accordance with project schedules.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • 2-year college degree required or equivalent relevant work experience

  • Minimum 1 year of permitting experience preferred

  • Experience working with government agencies for permitting strongly preferred

  • Experience with Water Management Districts (SWFWMD, SJRWMD, etc.) is a plus

  • Knowledge of the building or land development industry preferred

  • Ability to read blueprints is a plus

  • Strong organizational, time management, and prioritization skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to professionally manage multiple detail-oriented tasks with simultaneous deadlines

  • Must be detail-oriented, proactive, and a team player

Additional Preferred Experience

  • Experience writing professional reports, applications, and proposals submitted to government entities

  • Strong professional writing skills; writing samples may be requested

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare, complete, and submit permit applications to local, county, and state agencies

  • Coordinate permitting activities based on construction and project schedules

  • Perform land development and building code research

  • Schedule and attend meetings with municipalities, county officials, and outside agencies

  • Coordinate applications and documentation with outside consultants

  • Produce and maintain permit schedules for multiple communities/projects

  • Manage permit responses, revisions, and approvals through final stages

  • Maintain organized files for site plans, approvals, licenses, and permits

  • Provide post-permit support, including tracking shop drawing submittals, RFIs, and contractor questions

  • Support the department with administrative and documentation duties

Daily Contacts

  • Internal division personnel

  • Government agencies and municipalities

  • Business partners and outside consultants

 

 

How to Apply:

If you feel you have what it takes to excel in this role:

?? Contact: Devin at 352-867-8055
?? Email Resume: Devin.Sias@expresspros.com

 

About the Company:

This is a mid-sized private engineering firm located in Ocala, FL. The firm is unique in that they offer Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Land Planning, GIS, and Landscape Architecture services under one roof. They provide excellent growth opportunities, a beautiful office location, and a competitive benefits package.

Ocala, FL
1281
1005 Southwest 10th Street
Ocala, FL 34471

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