Founded in 1973, ISG is a multi-disciplinary, full-service architecture and engineering firm, supporting clients throughout the nation. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we thrive on collaboration, innovation, and delivering exceptional results for clients nationwide. To support our continued growth, we are seeking a Development Services Coordinator to provide project due diligence, public and private sector plan review and permitting services. This role will report to Stephanie Merdan, Development Services Team Lead.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated attention to detail, curiosity, and strong investigative skills
• Proven experience in design, public engagement processes, or project management
• Solid understanding of planning principles, zoning ordinances, and land development procedures
• Familiarity with City, County, and State review processes, including applications for variances, conditional use permits (CUPs), planned unit developments (PUDs), zoning amendments, and plan reviews
• Ability to interpret and connect zoning ordinances with building code requirements
• Environmental permitting experience is a plus, though not required
• Skilled in managing multiple concurrent projects across interdisciplinary teams with competing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, OneNote, BlueBeam, and ESRI ArcGIS preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Enthusiasm for contributing to team-driven project success

• Conduct thorough project due diligence, research, and documentation of entitlement activities, including compiling design guidelines, zoning information, and relevant maps and reports
• Develop and implement effective strategies to secure necessary project approvals
• Apply advanced knowledge of public and private sector permitting across diverse project types
• Prepare detailed plan review and permit packages, schedules, and presentation materials
• Lead and coordinate pre-application conference meetings with stakeholders and review entities
• Draft and submit permit and plan review applications, including supporting narratives and responses
• Serve as liaison with plan review and permitting agencies to facilitate approvals
• Proactively seek opportunities to streamline and accelerate review processes
• Collaborate with internal team members and external consultants across multiple disciplines
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients and review authorities
• Maintain accurate records of permitting processes and stakeholder interactions
• Monitor and manage permit-related tasks and provide timely updates to Project Managers
• Perform quality assurance reviews before and after submittals
• Participate in client meetings and project presentations as needed
• Support public engagement efforts through workshops and presentations
• Represent projects during public meetings, including City Council and Planning Commission sessions
• Leverage professional and personal networks to identify and pursue new business opportunities