Kinetic Design + Development is looking for Permit Technician in Springfield, MO. This local job opportunity with ID 3662878669 is live since 2026-05-04 14:28:34.

Kinetic Design + Development is looking for an Permit Technician to join the Krew. If you're an operations professional who thrives in both the creative and technical sides of the process, this role is for you.

You'll be a key support player helping projects move from concept to reality by keeping permitting, documentation, research, and coordination on track. This role is perfect for someone who loves organization, enjoys solving puzzles, and wants to build a career inside the world of design, development, and architecture.

As a Permit Technician, you'll work closely with our Development Services team to manage deadlines, streamline processes, and keep clients and internal teams moving forward. No prior industry experience is required. If you bring strong administrative instincts, curiosity, and hustle, we'll help you learn the rest.

Who You Are
You're highly organized, dependable, and energized by helping teams succeed. You know how to juggle priorities, communicate clearly, and stay calm when timelines shift. You take ownership of your work, ask smart questions, and enjoy finding answers others may overlook.

You're collaborative, adaptable, and service-minded. You enjoy being the person who keeps things moving, catches details, and turns complexity into clear next steps. You bring professionalism, initiative, and a positive attitude to every interaction.

What You'll Do

• Research permitting requirements, submission processes, timelines, and standards for local jurisdictions
• Coordinate permit applications and supporting documents for the appropriate Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)
• Track deadlines, deliverables, and project milestones to help keep projects on time and on budget
• Document all AHJ communication and organize records for easy team access
• Draft project correspondence including response letters, transmittals, and related documentation
• Facilitate fee requests, payment tracking, receipts, and expense documentation
• Coordinate printing, shipping, wet seal signatures, and hard-copy construction documents as needed
• Support weekly team priorities and pivot to high-need tasks as business demands shift
• Attend limited pre-development calls with project stakeholders when needed
• Maintain accurate timekeeping to support client billing and invoicing
• Contribute to team standards, shared processes, and overall office culture
• Occasionally travel locally for plan delivery or project coordination needs

Tools You'll Use

• Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook
• Microsoft 365: Teams, Planner
• Cloud platforms: Dropbox and shared file systems
• Adobe Suite or Bluebeam
• Office phone systems, laptops, standard office equipment

What You'll Bring

• Completion of a two-year college program or trade school minimum
• 2+ years of professional experience in an applicable role
• Office environment or design firm experience preferred
• Experience in Sales, Operations, Data Analytics, or Project Management
• Experience in Real Estate, Construction Management, Development, Permitting, City Planning, or Architecture strongly preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organization and documentation skills
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Professional presence with strong customer service instincts
• Willingness to learn the architecture, due diligence, and permitting process

Why Join the Krew:
Our Vision:
Kinetic Design + Development is pushing the limits of traditional architectural practice. With a focus on forward motion in technology and design principles, Kinetic is dedicated to bringing energy and innovation to each and every project and client. Kinetic is dedicated to helping clients navigate the adventure of development with ease and energy that moves them forward.

Who We Are:
People are our purpose. Kinetic was created with the idea that people - both our staff and clients - should be above everything else. The firm puts this principle in motion in work-life balance for employees and emphasis on truly getting to know our clients so we can better understand their dreams, goals, and ideas.

Benefits & Perks:
FLEX FRIDAYS: Our standard workweek is Monday through Thursday. Need to shift a day for life stuff? No problem! Swap a weekday with Friday if/when needed.
Comprehensive health benefits
Flexible working arrangements
Opportunities for internal advancement and career development
Relaxed office environment with "smart casual" dress code
Monthly company sponsored events (Check out our socials for pics!)
Monday Morning Breakfasts
Frequent Lunches
PTO & paid company holidays (Including the entire week between Christmas and New Year!)
Traditional & Roth 401k with a 3.5% company match
Daily Snack Cart