Permitting Program Manager
$172,458–$188,706 year
On-siteSan Francisco, California, United States
Job Summary
Lead the Presidio Trust's permitting program by administering operations under delegated authority, directing plan reviews for building, infrastructure, and tenant projects, and coordinating inspections to ensure code compliance. Manage daily office functions including staff supervision, consultant oversight, budgeting, contract administration, and permit fee management while fostering continuous improvement of permitting processes. Provide technical guidance on code interpretations, alternate methods, and policy updates to support capital improvement projects and protect historic resources. Collaborate with internal departments, regulatory agencies, and project teams to facilitate efficient delivery while maintaining safety and environmental standards.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, planning, public administration, or a closely related field
- Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in permitting, building code administration, construction, engineering, architecture, project management, or a closely related field
- Experience leading complex programs, supervising staff and consultants, and managing multiple concurrent projects
- Demonstrated experience administering permitting, plan review, inspections, building code compliance, or other construction regulatory programs
- Knowledge of the International Building Code (IBC), International Existing Building Code (IEBC), accessibility requirements, and related construction codes and standards
- Experience managing consultants, budgets, contracts, and multiple concurrent projects
- Demonstrated ability to interpret technical information, exercise sound judgment, solve complex problems, and make timely decisions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively technical information, recommendations and program matters with executive leadership, staff, consultants, contractors, tenants, public agencies, and community stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and effectively coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, project stakeholders, and technical professionals
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and experience using electronic permitting and project management and related technology systems
- Possession of, or ability to obtain, one or more applicable International Code Council (ICC) certifications within a reasonable period after appointment
- One or more applicable International Code Council (ICC) certifications
- Employment background check consent and successful completion of an employment background check
Desired Qualifications
- ICC Certified Building Official (CBO) certification or equivalent advanced ICC certifications
- Professional registration as an Architect or Professional Engineer
- Experience working within a municipal, county, federal, or other public agency permitting program
- Experience administering permits and building code compliance for historic buildings, adaptive reuse projects, or National Historic Landmark Districts
- Familiarity with the California Historical Building Code, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA), and other regulatory requirements applicable to historic properties
- Experience supporting large, complex capital improvement or infrastructure programs
- Knowledge of public sector budgeting, fee administration, procurement, and contract management
- Experience leading organizational change, business process improvements, or implementation of electronic permitting systems
- Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to build relationships, mentor staff, improve organizational performance, and foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
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