Code and Permit Administrator - Dallas, United States - Foster CM Group
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Job DescriptionFoster CM Group, a highly respected Construction Management Firm, offers a family-based culture where work-life balance is particularly important. We work as a team and strongly encourage mentorship between staff to further everyone's skills successfully. Our firm has a long history with multiple repeat clients based on our outstanding performance.
We are currently looking for a qualified Code and Permit Administrator for our Dallas office.
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under general direction of the Construction Permit Manager, provides support to Code staff, plans examiners, inspectors, contractors and developers by assisting with construction permit information, forms and processes related to code plan reviews and inspections. Oversees contract staff to assist with scheduling and communication necessary for the proper enforcement of all department codes, policies, and regulations. Point of contact for all submittals and permit applications, resubmittals and Certificates of Occupancy. Coordinates with management staff the weekly and monthly reports to ensure all necessary steps are met for the issuance of construction permits and Certificates of Occupancy.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Receives and processes all permit submittals and applications such as Building Permits, Miscellaneous Trades Permits and Certificate of Occupancy by electronic means (Energov) and ensures all information is correct.
2. Supervises Contract Staff and the permit process in order to expedite permit applications and oversees scheduling required inspections.
3. Tracks all permits and monitors through the entire permitting process including expediting the review process by following-up with code and stakeholder reviewers to ensure that permits are not delayed.
4. Consults with Assistant Vice President, Senior Construction Facilitation Manager, Senior Inspectors, Senior Civil and Traffic Engineer, to expedite the review of special projects and to identify instances where review schedules are not being met by review team.
5. Coordinates with Senior Inspector, Senior Civil and Traffic Engineer, and Senior Construction Facilitation Manager to ensure all necessary reviews, inspections and approvals have been obtained for all construction permits and Certificates of Occupancy prior to forwarding to the AVP of Code, Construction and Survey for signature.
6. Tracks all plan review and inspection comments using excel spreadsheets. Makes suggestions, when requested, on any needed operational or procedural improvements.
7. Oversees scheduled inspections to ensure the appropriate discipline after contractor submission requests.
8. Serves as point of contact for Code, Construction and Survey and receives and provides assistance to customers, employees and other department visitors; places and receives telephone calls to furnish and obtain construction permit related and routine information.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
· Completion of high school curriculum or equivalent.
· Two (2) years of administrative and code experience.
· Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the above.
· Possession of a valid Class C driver's license.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
· Knowledge of construction terminology and construction permit process.
· Knowledge of proper grammar, sentence construction, spelling, business vocabulary and math.
· Basic knowledge of document formatting used in the construction industry.
· Skill in operation of personal computer-based word processing systems.
· Knowledge of business English, arithmetic, spelling and vocabulary.
· Skill in the operation of modern office equipment, including word processing and spreadsheet software.
· Skill in typing at the speed of 50 words per minute.
· Skill in the operation of standard office machines.
· Ability to provide write and provide reports.
· Ability to perform intermediate mathematical calculations involving fractions, decimals and percentages.
· Ability to compose routine correspondence using good business vocabulary and proper grammar and construction.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious internal and external working relationships.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT
· Must obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Airport Identification/Access Badge (badge) in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements in Chapter 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 1500 et. Al. and DFW Airport's Airport Security Program within thirty (30) days from date of employment and maintain qualification for a SIDA badge upon each badge renewal.
DESIRABLE
· Certification from the International Code Council (ICC) as a Permit Technician.
· Knowledge of construction permits application processes and software.
EFFORT
· Works in an office environment.
· Sits for extended periods of time.
· Uses near-visual acuity in proofreading typed assignments.
· Uses keyboard devices and a computer monitor.
· Exchanges information by telephone and in person.
Company DescriptionAbout Foster CM GroupIf you are looking for a great new opportunity to build your career with a leading program/construction management firm, please visit our website, learn about us, and see the types of projects we have managed.
Foster CM Group, a highly respected firm, offers a progressive culture where work-life balance is particularly important. We work as a team and strongly encourage mentorship by entertaining new industry innovations collaborated between staff to further everyone's skills successfully. Our firm has a long history with multiple repeat clients based on our outstanding performance.
Founded in 1992, Foster CM Group, Inc. has been providing Program/Construction Management services to Aviation, Education (K-12 and Higher Education), Government (City, State and Federal), Healthcare, Sports & Entertainment, Transportation, and Water/Wastewater clients for more than 27 years. Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, Foster CM Group has additional offices in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Houston, Texas; Orlando, Florida; Phoenix, Arizona; Denver, CO, and Seattle, Washington.
Company Description
About Foster CM Group\r\r
If you are looking for a great new opportunity to build your career with a leading program/construction management firm, please visit our website, learn about us, and see the types of projects we have managed. \r
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Foster CM Group, a highly respected firm, offers a progressive culture where work-life balance is particularly important. We work as a team and strongly encourage mentorship by entertaining new industry innovations collaborated between staff to further everyone's skills successfully. Our firm has a long history with multiple repeat clients based on our outstanding performance.\r
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Founded in 1992, Foster CM Group, Inc. has been providing Program/Construction Management services to Aviation, Education (K-12 and Higher Education), Government (City, State and Federal), Healthcare, Sports & Entertainment, Transportation, and Water/Wastewater clients for more than 27 years. Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, Foster CM Group has additional offices in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Houston, Texas; Orlando, Florida; Phoenix, Arizona; Denver, CO, and Seattle, Washington.