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About KB Home

KB Home is one of America's largest and most trusted homebuilders, with nearly 700,000 quality-homes built over our more than 65-year history. Operating across 21 divisions in 9 states, we don't just build houses we create places where families can make a lifetime of memories. At KB Home, our foundation is our people. We foster genuine relationships with our customers throughout their homebuying journey, while our employees bring passion and purpose to work every day. Our shared culture of customer obsession drives our mission to make homeownership attainable for all.

The OpportunityThe Permit Specialist is responsible for managing the residential permitting process from application through permit issuance while maintaining accurate and complete house file records. This role serves as a key liaison between the company, municipalities, utility providers, engineers, and construction teams to ensure homes move efficiently through the approval and construction startup process.Key ResponsibilitiesPermit Procurement

• Prepare, submit, and track permit and license applications required for residential construction projects.
• Coordinate the collection of required documentation, including plot plans, surveys, soil reports, architectural plans, foundation designs, truss engineering, and other municipality-specific requirements.
• Order and monitor receipt of engineering reports and design documents.
• Assemble complete permit application packages for city, county, and municipal review.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with regulatory agencies throughout the permit approval process.
• Track permit status and secure approvals, permits, inspections, and certificates in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate records of all permitting activities and documentation.

Construction Start Package Preparation

• Prepare and distribute complete Start Packages to Construction Superintendents.
• Compile construction orders, lot option orders, floor plans, soil reports, surveys, permit documentation, foundation and truss designs, and municipality-specific requirements.
• Ensure all required documentation is accurate, complete, and available before construction begins.

Utility and Lateral Coordination

• Apply for electrical and gas lateral services for new home construction projects.
• Coordinate payment of utility-related fees and charges.
• Manage incoming utility billing, including sorting horizontal and vertical utility invoices.
• Upload and maintain utility documentation within designated SharePoint folders and company systems.

Fee Administration

• Coordinate re-inspection fees and related payment requests for field personnel.
• Monitor construction status to ensure impact fees and other required municipal fees are paid according to project timelines.
• Maintain accurate fee records and support compliance with local requirements.

Invoice Processing and Compliance Administration

• Process permitting and construction-related invoices and monitor payment status.
• Track and coordinate renewals for contractor licenses, bonds, workers' compensation insurance, and general liability insurance.
• Support document management and compliance recordkeeping activities.
• Maintain organized electronic files and ensure documentation is current and readily accessible.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of residential permitting experience required.
• Experience working with municipal permitting agencies, regulatory compliance, and residential construction documentation strongly preferred.
• Ability to navigate local municipalities and their permitting process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Customer-focused mindset with a proactive approach to identifying solutions and resolving issues.
• Strong decision-making skills with the ability to assess information, interpret requirements, and take appropriate action.
• Makes timely and accurate decisions by analyzing facts, data, and relevant metrics.

Requirements

• Work 8-hour days with flexibility for additional work hours when necessary
• Conduct business in a professional and ethical manner with city and county governments and agencies, municipal districts, trade partners, and coworkers to reinforce goodwill and profitability for the Division.
• The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods.
• Ability to move about work location.
• Ability to drive/travel as needed.
• Ability to walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to observe details at close range and communicate information so others will understand.
• Ability to transport and move up to 20 lbs and move as needed (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/IT/Land/Marketing/Sales/Studio).   
• Periodically works in outdoor weather conditions (for roles in Construction/Customer Service/Land/Sales)
• Conduct business professionally and ethically.
• This position is located at the division office. #LI-onsite

Compensation Details and BenefitsKB Home offers a competitive base pay. The expected range for this position is based on experience and is noted below, paid semi-monthly. Other rewards may include bonuses or role-specific awards. KB Home provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time and vacation. Pay RangeUSD $33.65 - USD $36.06 /Hr.Base Pay RateThe KB Home Difference

Join us and become part of a team where innovation, sustainability, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction drive everything we do - and where people truly matter.

As a KB Home team member, you'll experience:

A culture defined by customer obsession and collaboration. The satisfaction of helping families achieve their dream of homeownership. Opportunities for growth and development within a nationally recognized company.

Visit our career site to learn more about working at KB Home and joining our team.

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KB Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment Type: FULL_TIME