Permitting & Regulatory Compliance Specialist II

Job Description

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

At Core States Group, the work you do matters to the clients we serve, the communities we support, and the teams who rely on one another to deliver with excellence. Our Cause is powerful: to create a world where all environments improve everyday life.

Why Professionals Choose Core States Group

Here's what you can expect:

• VALUES-DRIVEN CULTURE – A workplace rooted in Integrity, Service, Inclusion, Excellence, and Innovation. Our Core Values guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we show up for our clients every day.
• COMPENSATION – Competitive wages and bonus programs, including professional licensure bonuses.
• RETIREMENT – A strong 401(k) match, with immediate vesting, to help you invest in your future and build your retirement savings with confidence.
• HEALTHCARE – Competitive health benefits including HSA with employer contribution, life insurance options, and supplemental coverage options, giving you the flexibility to select the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
• VACATION – Generous PTO to help you recharge, relax, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• PERKS – Team wellness challenges, free virtual gym app, wholesale club membership reimbursement, employee recognition programs, paid parental leave and much more!
• FLEXIBLE WORK ENVIRONMENT – A flexible work environment that empowers you to do your best work, whether you're in the office, working remotely, or blending both to support your responsibilities.
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – support your growth with tuition reimbursement to help advance your education and professional development.

Summary of the Role

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Permitting & Regulatory Compliance Specialist II to join our growing team. In this role you will independently manage a defined caseload of permitting and compliance projects, owning delivery from application through approval. You'll be accountable for project execution, client communication, and regulatory outcomes, operating with minimal supervision and serving as the primary point of contact for assigned projects.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage a defined caseload portfolio of permitting and compliance projects from initiation through approval. (e.g., 8–15+ active projects depending on complexity).
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients, agencies, and internal teams.
• Prepare, review, and submit complete and accurate permit applications. xhyhwjd
• Analyze and respond to agency comments with clear, technically sound responses and monitor project timelines and ensure all deadlines are met.
• Identify risks early and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
• Conduct regulatory analysis and interpret applicable requirements as well as coordinate across disciplines (engineering, design, environmental, etc.).
• Maintain proactive communication with clients regarding status,