Senior Project Manager- Permitting

Milrose Consultants is a leader in nationwide permitting and construction compliance, dedicated to shaping the skylines of tomorrow. They are seeking a Senior Project Manager - Permitting to manage complex permitting projects in the DC, MD, and VA region while ensuring on-time delivery and maintaining strong client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full lifecycle of permit-related projects—from initial filing to certificate of occupancy or completion
• Serve as the primary communication hub for all assigned projects:
• Providing proactive status updates to the Manager, internal Project Management team, and clients on a daily and weekly cadence
• Escalating issues before they become delays
• Ensuring no stakeholder is left waiting for critical information
• Serve as a direct point of contact for clients, bringing professionalism, responsiveness, care, and strong interpersonal communication skills to every interaction; maintain and strengthen client relationships through consistent communication, reliable follow-through, and a service-first, solutions-oriented mindset
• Demonstrate flexibility in meeting client demands within a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• Maintain detailed project records and provide regular, structured status updates to clients and internal management teams
• Coordinate and communicate with clients, plans examiners, and internal teams
• Oversee deliverables including entitlements, timelines, and risk tracking
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and project quality standards
• Prepare reports, documentation, and milestone updates for leadership and clients
• Contribute to productivity goals and continuous improvement efforts
• Serve as a mentor for other project team members

Requirements:

• Strong, proactive communication skills - both written and verbal - with a demonstrated ability to keep clients and stakeholders informed before they ask for updates, set clear expectations, and communicate delays or issues before they escalate
• Strong initiative and a genuine desire to learn: this role requires someone who takes ownership, digs in independently, and actively builds expertise in an evolving field
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with ability to multitask
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across internal departments
• Proven experience collaborating with internal and external project teams, with the ability to motivate, delegate, and drive accountability across multiple priorities
• Ability to work on complex projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
• 5+ years of experience in permitting and / or entitlements in the Mid-Atlantic region
• Must reside in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington DC
• Knowledge of permitting workflows, municipal codes, and development processes
• Experience with multi-state or national rollouts in retail, hospitality, or commercial sectors
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field