Production Assistant - Permitting

Drees Homes is a family-owned home builder with a passion for making custom homes easy. For over 95 years, we’ve cared for our employees and customers, which is why we rank as the 19th largest privately-owned builder in the country and have a history of long-tenured employees. We’re proud to be named a U.S. Best Managed Company in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025—a program sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal—and to be officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the last three years. Enrich your career at a company that values integrity, excellence, opportunity, stability, and success.Headquartered in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Drees operates in twelve metropolitan areas: Greater Cincinnati (including Northern Kentucky), Cleveland, and Columbus, Ohio; Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas; Indianapolis, Indiana; Jacksonville, Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Washington, D.C.Drees Homes, one of the largest privately-owned homebuilders in the nation, is seeking candidates for a Production Assistant - Permitting position in our Raleigh Division. In this position you will perform various administrative tasks to facilitate the flow of timely and accurate information in coordination of the permitting and construction start processes.Duties and Responsibilities:Facilitate the permitting process by gathering data and act as the liaison between the company and various municipalities and engineering officesProviding complete start packages to the BuildersAccurate and efficient processing of paperwork and information to ensure timely construction startsUpdating data in various software programsMaintain files relating to the permitting processMaintain weekly status report; Preparation and distribution of various reportsWork closely with the Architecture Department to correct any plan errors and ensuring plan sets are completeKnowledge and Skills:Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office including Word and ExcelMust be detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task with accuracyProfessional communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of peopleAbility to work independently, is self motivated and proactiveAbility to use multiple municipality portals for permittingFamiliarity with building codes, zoning ordinances, and land development processesRequirements:High school diploma is required; College degree is a plus Previous administrative experiencePrevious experience in permit coordinator, homebuilding, or municipal land development is preferredWorking knowledgeofarchitectural plans and/or the permitting processa plusPremier Benefits to Support YOU:We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:Medical, dental and visionLife, AD&D, and critical illness insuranceWellness rewards401(k) savings planProfit SharingPaid time off increasing with tenureTuition reimbursementLong and short disability and Parental leave Employee discount program on the purchase of a Drees HomeEmployee Assistance Program and much more!Join a special team that works together to make Drees a successful company and a rewarding place to work.Drees offers a competitive pay and benefits package including profit sharing & 401(k) plans.Equal Opportunity Employer - Drug Free WorkplaceTo learn more about Drees Homes, visit our website - www.dreeshomes.com

Created: 2026-01-26