Permit Coordinator

Greenlite

Job Overview

Location

Remote - US

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• The Permit Coordinator role at Greenlite supports the Operations team by preparing, assembling, and submitting commercial building permit applications, tracking submission progress, and assisting with administrative tasks such as updating project statuses and managing files in proprietary software, while conducting ad-hoc regulatory research. This role is critical to eliminating permitting uncertainty for developers nationwide by ensuring plans are code-ready before submission, reducing revisions, delays, and costs in a process that impacts over 500,000 forms and 20,000 jurisdictions across the U.S.
• Day-to-day responsibilities include reviewing and preparing permit applications with detailed project plans and environmental impact assessments, organizing compliance documentation, maintaining project trackers and file systems, interfacing with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) and client design teams to clarify submission requirements, tracking application status, communicating with local governments about zoning ordinances and building codes, supporting plan package preparation, assisting with permit filings, handling client inquiries, and providing regular project updates to stakeholders.
• Greenlite, founded in 2022 by builders, entrepreneurs, and industry experts, combines AI-powered technology with an in-house team of registered architects, engineers, and city planners to deliver the fastest, most predictable path to permit approval. The company has raised $86M in venture funding from leading investors including Insight Partners, Energize Capital, Craft Ventures, LiveOak Ventures, Trust Ventures, and Chicago Ventures, and is trusted by national brands like Walgreens, TD Bank, and Driven Brands to accelerate approvals, reduce risk, and unlock growth.
• In this role, you will develop expertise in commercial permitting processes, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional coordination between government agencies, clients, and internal teams. You will gain hands-on experience with proprietary software and tools like Airtable, Notion, and G-Suite, while building strong organizational and communication skills in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment focused on transforming a broken system in the construction industry.

🎯 Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in commercial permit coordination
• Experience in administration, project coordination, or clerical work
• Background in permitting, construction, government administration, regulatory administration, real estate, or related fields
• Strong communication and organizational skills, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with tools like Airtable, Notion, G-Suite, and a willingness to learn new software

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive Compensation - Generous base salary & access to our Employee Equity Program, so you can grow with us.
• Performance-Based Annual Bonuses - Rewards for high-impact results and contributions that move the needle.
• Premium Health Coverage - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time team members and their families.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Helping you invest in your future with smart saving options.
• Parental Leave - Generous parental leave for all parents to support your growing family.
• Wellness Support - Monthly Wellness Stipend and full access to Wellhub, Talkspace, & Teladoc for your physical and mental well-being.
• Weekly Team Lunches - Enjoy catered lunches every week in our NYC office. Great food, better company.
• Company-Wide Team All Hands - Held twice a year, fostering transparency, alignment, and inspiration.
• Team-Building Events - Regular opportunities to connect, collaborate, and celebrate as a team.
• Unlimited PTO - Flexible time off so you can recharge, travel, or take care of life as needed.
• Hybrid Work Environment – Our team thrives on collaboration, so we’re in the office 4 days per week. In the summer, we switch to a 3-day in-office schedule to give everyone extra flexibility.

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About Greenlite

Greenlite provides AI-powered automation software for fintech compliance teams. Its platform continuously screens transactions, sanctions, adverse media, and KYC records to detect financial crime risks in real time, replacing manual analyst work. Deployed via API or dashboard, the system integrates with existing case-management tools, cutting alert triage time and reducing false positives for banks, payments firms, and crypto companies.

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