Design Coordinator

WHO YOU ARE You're someone who people can rely on, and you're always there when they need a helping hand.

You're looking for a new position where you can make a difference in your life, the lives of others, and the world.

In return, you seek an organization that appreciates your individuality and supports you as a member of a diverse and talented team.

WHO WE ARE Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles has been an active affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International for more than 30 years.

By building and preserving affordable housing through new construction, renovations, and home repairs, Habitat LA is transforming communities throughout Los Angeles County.

Through access to affordable loans, housing counseling, down-payment assistance, skilled construction training, financial education, and volunteer opportunities, the organization has strengthened families, helped stabilize communities, and fostered economic vitality in the region.

On average, the affiliate builds and renovates 100 homes in the Los Angeles region each year, ranking it among the largest affiliates nationwide.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA) is seeking a detail oriented Design Coordinator to support the design, planning, and permitting of residential housing projects.

This position coordinates with local municipalities, utility companies, consultants, contractors, and internal departments to help move projects from initial design through permit approval and construction.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Coordinate project activities with local municipalities, utility companies, architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and internal Habitat LA departments to support timely project completion.

Monitor permit applications, plan-check comments, required corrections, approvals, utility coordination, and key project milestones.

Assist with the preparation, review, and coordination of residential plans, drawings, specifications, and supporting project documents.

Prepare and submit permit applications, construction documents, utility applications, and other required materials to applicable agencies.

Assist in resolution of questions and changes during the course of construction.

Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

SUMMARY OF JOB QUALIFICATIONS Must be able to successfully pass a drug test, and a background check Must have access to reliable transportation to perform job duties, a valid CA Driver's License, and meet the state-required amount of personal automobile liability insurance Must have a reliable internet connection Bacheors degree, or working toward a Master's degree, in Architecture, Civil/Structural Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field- or equivalent professiossional experience Familiarity with Type V-B Construcion, residental building code, single-family and multifamily residential housing types, construction documents, and municipal permitting expenses Drafting experien...