Permitting Operations Manager (Mid-level / Senior Architect)

Job Description Job Description Salary : $110K - $130K annually Our Company :

InterAgency Inc.is a minority-owned DC-based small business specializing in environmental planning and permitting. Since 2011, InterAgency has helped water, wastewater, and transportation agencies navigate the regulatory process for some of the largest infrastructure projects in the DC Metro region. Description :

InterAgency is seeking a versatile, experienced architectural professional to manage permitting operations on behalf of a major water and wastewater utility client. This hybrid, client-facing role combines elements of project management, stakeholder engagement, and permit management. The successful professional will act as a key liaison between the client, internal teams, and external regulatory agencies to ensure timely permit approvals and smooth coordination. Ideal candidates are architects ready to transition from a traditional architectural role into a consulting and project management role with improved work-life balance. Responsibilities : Submitting permit applications via online portals for Client projects to regulatory agencies (DDOT, DOB, DOEE, etc.). Reviewing permit submission documents for compliance with all Federal and local regulatory requirements. Tracking status of ongoing permits and providing Client and InterAgency project managers with regular updates regarding permit comments, responses, and issues. Ensuring that permit applications remain current and active, and facilitating Clients payment of invoices in a timely manner. Advising Client and contractors on best practices for pursuing permit applications and negotiating approvals from regulatory agencies. Attending, facilitating, and sometimes leading standing meetings with Client stakeholders, Clients CM and GC, and regulatory agencies to evaluate project statuses and ad-hoc meetings to resolve outstanding issues. Attend and provide feedback during over-the-shoulder review meetings of draft permit applications. Responding to submittals and RFIs via project management platform in a timely manner. Identifying potential risks that would cause impacts to the Clients project schedule and working with Client Project Managers to develop solutions to eliminate or mitigate risk. Responding to daily emails and calls from Client and contractors. Interface with utility companies to deconflict competing projects. Developing materials as needed for Client progress calls and / or meetings. Maintaining a Permit and Easement Log to track compliance on all applicable permits and easements. Accurately documenting all work performed on a daily basis in Clients and InterAgencys time tracking platforms. Supporting accounting team in developing monthly invoices. Other duties assigned by supervisor in support of permitting operations. Candidate Qualifications : Bachelors or masters degree in architecture. 5+ years of professional experience in architecture or another A / E / C field. Experience pursuing permits for medium-to-large development and / or civil infrastructure projects in Washington, DC. Proficient knowledge of DC Government permitting platforms (TOPS, SGS, ACA, ProjectDox). Familiarity with civil engineering drawings is a plus. We are looking for highly motivated individuals willing to take on responsibility and grow with our team. We encourage people who are detail-oriented, collaborative, and good with time management to contact us. Employment Conditions : Type : Full Time, exempt employment Location : Hybrid - Will work on-site at client location 2-3 days per week. Washington, D.C. / Bethesda, MD Hours : regular business hours, 8 : 00 am to 5 : 00 PM (EST). Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship Physical Requirements : Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodation. Work is generally done sitting, talking, hearing, and typing. Visual acuity to use a keyboard, prepare and analyze data and figures; transcribing, viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Compensation and Benefits : Annual salary :

$110,000-$130,000, commensurate with experience. Health, vision, and dental insurance 401(k) Safe Harbor employer match project Paid holiday leave :

All Federal holidays Paid Time Off : 20 days / year Reimbursement for maintenance of relevant professional licenses and certifications Flexible spending account program Dependent care account program Eligible for annual performance bonus and raise Company provided equipment and software, as needed InterAgency employment practices are in accordance with the laws that prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran s status, marital status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable law. InterAgency is an equal opportunity employer.

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