Permit Processor

WHAT WE DO:

Dunaway is a professional services firm established in 1956, with offices in Fort Worth, Austin, Dallas, Farmersville, Houston, Midland, and San Antonio. We offer civil and structural engineering, planning + landscape architecture, survey, and construction inspection services to public and private clients throughout Texas.

As a multi-discipline firm with a staff of over 250+ positioned in our seven offices across the state of Texas – our firm’s size, location, and reputation allows us to provide local, specialized knowledge to each project and each client that we serve.

WHO WE ARE:

The Dunaway Difference is our three foundational components (represented by the waves in our logo): Core Values, One Heart, and Profitable Growth. The combination of these three pillars creates a feeling and experience that is uniquely Dunaway.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

The Permit Processor will represent Dunaway in processing plats, plans, and permits with clients and government agencies. This role will also evaluate applications, gather research, process permits, and coordinate meetings.

Once selected to join our team, you will:

• Evaluates and assists in applications for rezoning, site plans, and other planning and design projects
• Gathers research information such as land use constraints, site plans, subdivision plats, construction plans, utility records, infrastructure improvements, adjacent land uses related to land development, and site conditions including geographic location, soil, vegetation, natural features, drainage, and structures for use in writing feasibility studies
• Processes permits with government jurisdictions
• Assists civil engineers and planners with preparing and submitting development applications for jurisdictional review
• Updates and maintains project application progress data to ensure consistency and responsiveness
• Coordinates meetings with jurisdictional staff members, architects, clients, engineers, and other stakeholders
• Organizes all regulatory requirements and project development application-related information

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE:

• Proficiency with MS Office, Excel, Suite 360
• Strong graphic communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong technical writing skills concerning the preparation of project development applications

SKILLS:

• Excellent oral and interpersonal skills to communicate rules, procedures, and project concepts.
• Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve practical problems.
• Ability to complete multiple assignments and maintain project deadlines successfully through effective multi-tasking and prioritizing in high-stress situations.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment as needed.
• Must be highly detailed and task-oriented.
• Ability to work with a team or independently as needed.
• Knowledge of the general project development application process.
• Ability to advocate for client and firm needs while maintaining professional relationships with jurisdictional staff.
• Working diligently to expedite jurisdictional approval and project timelines.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1-2 years of experience in development, real estate, or a related field.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Urban Studies, or related field, or equivalent work experience.