Permitting & Utility Coordination Project Manager (Commercial Construction – Remote)

Company Overview

Commun-ET, LLC is a national permitting and utility coordination consulting firm serving commercial multi-site development, mixed-use development, retail rollouts, and infrastructure programs. We bring 25+ years of experience working with federal, state, and local agencies and supporting national private-sector development teams. We are a fully remote company committed to innovation, accuracy, and high-performance project delivery.

Summary

Commun-ET is hiring an experienced Permitting Manager with strong knowledge of commercial permitting, construction processes, utility coordination, and multi-jurisdictional project management. This role manages a high-volume permitting portfolio for national clients and supports entitlement strategy, due diligence, inspections coordination, and utility approvals.

This is a full-time, remote position with limited travel (less than 20%).

Responsibilities

• Manage permitting and entitlement activities for 100 to 150 commercial projects annually
• Conduct zoning, building code, and utility due diligence research
• Prepare and submit planning, zoning, building, MEP, fire protection, health, demolition, and signage permit applications
• Coordinate utilities including water, sewer, stormwater, gas, electric, and telecommunications
• Build jurisdiction-specific schedules, workflows, and scope sheets using Monday.com and Smartsheet
• Track submittals, comments, resubmissions, approvals, and inspections
• Maintain organized records, drawings, reports, and permitting logs
• Communicate professionally with architects, engineers, general contractors, and government reviewers
• Develop permitting strategies to expedite approvals and resolve issues
• Assist with proposals, client communications, and process improvements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Management, Public Policy, or a related field
• 7 to 10 years of experience in construction, permitting, development, or regulatory processes
• Minimum 3 years of commercial permitting experience (multi-site preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience
• Demonstrated experience managing large project portfolios across multiple jurisdictions
• Proficiency in Monday.com, Smartsheet, Microsoft Office, and PDF markup tools
• Ability to read architectural, civil, and MEP drawings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary range: $70,000 to $107,500 based on experience
• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Remote work flexibility
• Professional development support
• Performance-based bonus opportunities

Pay: $68,000.00 - $107,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote