Associate Architecture Project & Permit Manager
Description
About MN Custom Homes
Founded in 2011 by two Bellevue locals, we have grown to become the preeminent Eastside luxury home builder today. Since Day 1 we have been driven by innovation and obsessed with setting our homes apart through their overall design and functionality. We truly get a thrill doing what we love most: building thoughtful homes that inspire community. Learn more about us and see our work at: https://mncustom.com
Why MN?
We pride ourselves on our empowered team environment and dedication to taking care of our people. We believe in setting you up to succeed with clear career progression, learning opportunities, and ownership of your role from the get-go. Accountability is huge for us, and we place a lot of trust in our employees to do the right thing. We believe that a supportive and inclusive culture yields happy people, and happy people are the most successful at what they do.
About This Role
The Associate Project and Permit Manager is responsible for project work plans, managing the project delivery process, assisting Architecture Project & Permit Manager’s (APPM’s) and self-delivering approved permits for MN Studio projects to meet company strategic goals, as directed by the Senior APPM. Day to day, this role will create and manage work plans, project schedules, establish and manage project teams, be responsible for project quality assurance, and pro-actively direct the permit review process for successful approvals. The Associate Project and Permit Manager will partner with other Architecture Project Managers and other members of the Architecture team to help create high quality homes, coordinate with MN Studio business partners to meet strategic goals and participate in various MN Studio initiatives.
On a Given Day, Your Work Might Include
- Creates and Implements Project Work Plan under the supervision of the Senior APPM.
- Identifies, selects, and pro-actively manages consultant teams to successful project completion within budget and schedule parameters.
- Sets Project Schedule and milestones according to designated project Delivery Pathway and MN Studio strategic priorities.
- Maintains and updates project schedule and task completion for Current Project State on a daily basis.
- Communicates deliverable scope and performance expectations to project team clearly and pro-actively throughout design & permitting process.
- Manages schedule pace and team performance to meet schedule and project success criteria
- Manages Permit Process.
- Establishes and maintains core knowledge and expertise in jurisdictional permit requirements.
- Ensures jurisdictional requirements for submittals and reviews are met completely and pro-actively.
- Develops and maintains trusting relationships and channels of communication with jurisdictional review staff.
- Actively tracks permit review progress and communicates status to project teams and leadership.
- Tracks and manages permit review corrections and responses for fast and complete resolution for self-managed projects.
- Is accountable for permit delivery pipeline and timelines.
- Maintains Quality Standards.
- Reviews work deliverables for completeness and coordination at designated QA milestones.
- Schedules and coordinates QA reviewer commitments.
- Compiles, communicates, tracks, and manages resolution of all QA issue items in a timely manner.
- Supports and manages project communication and coordination between MN Studio and our partners in real estate, procurement, construction, and Interior Design.
- Manages and directs resolution of design and permit related issues arising during procurement and construction.
- Understands and meets core role expectations for Associate Project and Permit Management in relation to other MN Studio partners in Production Architecture and Product Development.
- Works to co-own project success through mutual respect and teamwork.
- Is accountable for meeting MN Studio strategic goals and target KPIs.
- Stays informed and fully up-to-date on land use codes, building codes, and permit requirements across multiple jurisdictions, communicating these requirements to team partners.
- Identifies opportunities and drives continuous improvement related to MN standards and work quality.
- Perform other related duties as necessary or required to assist team members .
Preferred Qualifications
- Able to demonstrate, model and reinforce actions and behaviors consistent with company values, mission, and culture.
- Possesses introductory knowledge of permit requirements, submittals, land-use, and residential codes.
- Demonstrates strong organizational, communication (verbal and written), and time management skills.
- Able to pro-actively manage 10-15 multiple projects at different stages of design, documentation, permitting, and construction simultaneously while maintaining a strong sense of project organization.
- Possesses a familiarity and fluency with Salesforce, MS Office, Bluebeam Revu/Studio, and online permit tracking site such as mybuildingpermit.com.
- Ability & knowledge to review and accurately interpret engineering, architectural, and other construction-related technical drawings under the supervision of the Senior APPM.
- Ability to prioritize and work independently under the supervision of the Senior APPM.
- Ability to adopt and practice MN processes and standards.
What You Bring to MN Custom Homes
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture or a related discipline required.
- 3-4 years’ experience in residential project design/permitting/construction.
- 3-4 year’s experience in project management.
- Experience with Bluebeam, MyBuildingPermit & Autodesk programs.
- Experience with Salesforce Taskray project management platform and tools is preferred.
- Familiarity and experience working in Seattle & Eastside jurisdictions (Bellevue, Kirkland & Redmond).
Working Environment & Physical Requirements
- This position requires frequent use of a computer, including keyboard functions and visual acuity of 20 inches or fewer on a daily basis
- Must be able to work in office Monday – Friday, within core business hours of 8AM-5PM
Travel & Vehicle Requirements
- Some travel in 5-mile radius around the Bellevue office may be required; approximately once a week but could vary depending on the week.
- Valid WA State Driver’s License.
- Acceptable driving record & proof of vehicle insurance.
- Ability to meet requirements as outlined in the Company’s vehicle stipend policy.
Employee Benefits
- 100% covered employee premiums for medical and dental self-coverage
- 100% employer-paid life insurance
- 100% employer-paid long term disability insurance
- Paid medical and family leave
- Critical illness insurance
- 401(K) with generous company match, no vesting schedule, and access to professional financial advisors
- Lifestyle reimbursement account
- 20 days of PTO & 9 holidays
- New iPhone for your personal and business use
- Free onsite parking
- Company paid events
- Complimentary snacks & beverages
Hours & Compensation
This is a full-time position paying $85,612 - $128,412. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary range for this position. Individual placement within a salary range will vary based upon factors including but not limited to candidate experience, knowledge, individual, skills, and organizational performance.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At MN Custom Homes we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
MN Custom Homes is an equal opportunity employer