Architectural Field Coordinator / Permit Runner

Join a Growing Architecture Firm

Ultimate Drafting Inc. is seeking a motivated, organized, and tech-savvy Architectural Field

Coordinator / Permit Runner to help keep our architectural projects moving forward from

concept to permit approval.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a combination of field work, project coordination,

city permitting, technology, and architecture. You'll work directly with experienced drafting

and design professionals while gaining hands-on exposure to real-world residential and

commercial projects throughout Los Angeles County.

Every day is different. One day you may be measuring an existing property, the next you're

coordinating with a city planner, documenting construction progress, or helping streamline

project communication using modern technology and AI tools.

 

What You'll Do

Field Operations & Site Visits

• Visit residential and commercial project sites to take accurate field measurements of

existing structures.

• Document construction progress through clear, organized site photography.

• Collect project information needed by our design and drafting team.

• Coordinate field visits and maintain organized project records.

Permitting & City Coordination

• Submit architectural plans to local building departments.

• Track permit and plan-check statuses.• Pick up approved permits and city documents.

• Communicate with building, planning, and zoning departments.

• Research setbacks, zoning requirements, and local development regulations.

Technology & Project Coordination

• Upload and organize field measurements, photos, permits, and project

documentation.

• Maintain accurate digital project records using cloud-based tools.

• Provide real-time updates to project team members regarding permit progress and

project status.

• Use modern AI tools to summarize notes, draft professional correspondence,

organize information, and improve workflow efficiency.

 

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Valid California driver's license.

• Reliable vehicle available for daily travel.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Comfortable interacting professionally with clients, contractors, and city officials.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Comfortable using computers, smartphones, cloud storage platforms, and business

software.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks throughout the day.

• Experience with permit processing or permit expediting.

• Experience reading blueprints, construction drawings, or architectural plans.

• Familiarity with local building departments and municipalities in Los Angeles County.

• Construction, architecture, engineering, surveying, or project coordination

experience.

• Experience using AI productivity tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, or

similar applications.

 

Ideal Candidate Backgrounds

We encourage applications from candidates with backgrounds in:

• Architecture• Construction Management

• Civil Engineering

• Drafting and Design

• Construction Coordination

• Permit Expediting

• Property Inspection

• Field Services

• Project Coordination

 

Students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Experience is helpful, but we are

willing to train a motivated candidate who demonstrates professionalism, reliability, and

strong organizational skills.

 

Why Join Ultimate Drafting?

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive hourly compensation.

• Comprehensive health and benefits package.

• Mileage reimbursement for approved field travel.

• Work directly with experienced architectural professionals.

• Hands-on exposure to architecture, permitting, and construction operations.

• Small-team environment where your contributions make an immediate impact.

• Opportunities to learn modern technology and AI-driven workflows.

Growth Opportunities

This position can lead to future opportunities in:

• Architectural Design

• Drafting & CAD Support

• Project Coordination

• Permit Expediting

• Construction Management

• Project Management