KPI Solutions is a leading supply chain and warehouse automation integrator helping companies transform distribution operations through intelligent software, robotics, automation, and data-driven solutions.With expertise spanning WMS, automation, robotics, controls, and systems integration, KPI partners with customers to design and implement scalable solutions that improve throughput, efficiency, and operational performance across distribution and fulfillment environments.Role SummaryThe Permit Coordinator owns the end-to-end permitting process for material handling automation projects (conveyors, AS/RS, robotics, sortation) across several concurrent job sites. Works with moderate autonomy, escalating only complex jurisdictional or code-interpretation issues to senior staff.Key Responsibilities• Independently research and interpret permit requirements (building, electrical, mechanical, fire/life-safety) across varied AHJs, including jurisdictions with non-standard or ambiguous code adoption• Prepare and submit complete permit packages (drawings, equipment cut sheets, load calculations, seismic/structural docs) with minimal oversight• Track applications through plan review, respond to reviewer comments, and manage resubmittals to keep schedules on track• Serve as primary point of contact with building departments, fire marshals, and inspectors for assigned projects• Coordinate directly with engineering and subcontractors to close out RFIs related to permitting• Schedule inspections, attend key ones on-site, and drive corrective actions to closure• Maintain and improve the permit tracking dashboard across 8–12 active projects• Monitor and flag relevant code changes (IBC, NFPA 13/72, NEC, OSHA) affecting automation installs• Mentor junior coordinators or expediters on process and documentation standards• Proactively identify and communicate schedule/budget risk from permitting delays to the project managerQualifications• 5+ years in permit coordination, construction administration, or AHJ liaison work; industrial, warehouse, or logistics construction strongly preferred• Working knowledge of how building/fire/electrical codes apply to conveyor systems, racking, and automated equipment• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple jurisdictions/projects simultaneously with limited supervision• Proficiency with permit tracking or construction management software (Procore, PlanGrid, or similar)• Comfortable reading and marking up construction/engineering drawings• Strong written/verbal communication for negotiating with government officials and resolving plan review pushback• Ability to travel to job sites as needed (typically 10–25%)Nice to Have• Direct experience permitting material handling/automation systems (conveyor, ASRS, robotics)• Working knowledge of NFPA 13/72 as applied to warehouse automation and high-piled storage• Prior experience on the AHJ side (municipal plan reviewer or inspector) or as a permit expediterRequirements• 5+ years in permit coordination, construction administration, or AHJ liaison work; industrial, warehouse, or logistics construction strongly preferred• Working knowledge of how building/fire/electrical codes apply to conveyor systems, racking, and automated equipment• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple jurisdictions/projects simultaneously with limited supervision• Proficiency with permit tracking or construction management software (Procore, PlanGrid, or similar)• Comfortable reading and marking up construction/engineering drawings• Strong written/verbal communication for negotiating with government officials and resolving plan review pushback• Ability to travel to job sites as needed (typically 10–25%)Nice to Have• Direct experience permitting material handling/automation systems (conveyor, ASRS, robotics)• Working knowledge of NFPA 13/72 as applied to warehouse automation and high-piled storage• Prior experience on the AHJ side (municipal plan reviewer or inspector) or as a permit expediterBenefitsMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceHealth Care Concierge Service401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax & Roth)Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term DisabilityVoluntary Life & AD&D InsuranceVoluntary Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity InsurancePet InsuranceMilk Stork ProgramWellness Program with gift card redemption and wellness challengesPaid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 10 Holidays)Training & DevelopmentKPI Solutions provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by states, federal, or local law.
KPI Solutions is a leading supply chain and warehouse automation integrator helping companies transform distribution operations through intelligent software, robotics, automation, and data-driven solutions.
With expertise spanning WMS, automation, robotics, controls, and systems integration, KPI partners with customers to design and implement scalable solutions that improve throughput, efficiency, and operational performance across distribution and fulfillment environments.
Role Summary
The Permit Coordinator owns the end-to-end permitting process for material handling automation projects (conveyors, AS/RS, robotics, sortation) across several concurrent job sites. Works with moderate autonomy, escalating only complex jurisdictional or code-interpretation issues to senior staff.
Key Responsibilities
• Independently research and interpret permit requirements (building, electrical, mechanical, fire/life-safety) across varied AHJs, including jurisdictions with non-standard or ambiguous code adoption
• Prepare and submit complete permit packages (drawings, equipment cut sheets, load calculations, seismic/structural docs) with minimal oversight
• Track applications through plan review, respond to reviewer comments, and manage resubmittals to keep schedules on track
• Serve as primary point of contact with building departments, fire marshals, and inspectors for assigned projects
• Coordinate directly with engineering and subcontractors to close out RFIs related to permitting
• Schedule inspections, attend key ones on-site, and drive corrective actions to closure
• Maintain and improve the permit tracking dashboard across 8–12 active projects
• Monitor and flag relevant code changes (IBC, NFPA 13/72, NEC, OSHA) affecting automation installs
• Mentor junior coordinators or expediters on process and documentation standards
• Proactively identify and communicate schedule/budget risk from permitting delays to the project manager
Qualifications
• 5+ years in permit coordination, construction administration, or AHJ liaison work; industrial, warehouse, or logistics construction strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of how building/fire/electrical codes apply to conveyor systems, racking, and automated equipment
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple jurisdictions/projects simultaneously with limited supervision
• Proficiency with permit tracking or construction management software (Procore, PlanGrid, or similar)
• Comfortable reading and marking up construction/engineering drawings
• Strong written/verbal communication for negotiating with government officials and resolving plan review pushback
• Ability to travel to job sites as needed (typically 10–25%)
Nice to Have
• Direct experience permitting material handling/automation systems (conveyor, ASRS, robotics)
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13/72 as applied to warehouse automation and high-piled storage
• Prior experience on the AHJ side (municipal plan reviewer or inspector) or as a permit expediter
Requirements
• 5+ years in permit coordination, construction administration, or AHJ liaison work; industrial, warehouse, or logistics construction strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of how building/fire/electrical codes apply to conveyor systems, racking, and automated equipment
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple jurisdictions/projects simultaneously with limited supervision
• Proficiency with permit tracking or construction management software (Procore, PlanGrid, or similar)
• Comfortable reading and marking up construction/engineering drawings
• Strong written/verbal communication for negotiating with government officials and resolving plan review pushback
• Ability to travel to job sites as needed (typically 10–25%)
Nice to Have
• Direct experience permitting material handling/automation systems (conveyor, ASRS, robotics)
• Working knowledge of NFPA 13/72 as applied to warehouse automation and high-piled storage
• Prior experience on the AHJ side (municipal plan reviewer or inspector) or as a permit expediter
Benefits
- Health Care Concierge Service
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (Pre-tax & Roth)
- Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
- Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Wellness Program with gift card redemption and wellness challenges
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & 10 Holidays)
- Training & Development
KPI Solutions provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by states, federal, or local law.
Created in July 2021 as a result of combination of Kuecker Logistics Group, PULSE Integration and QC Software by private equity firm Ares Management, KPI Integrated Solutions is a systems integrator that seeks out leading technologies within the areas of material handling equipment and information systems and combines them with proven design and operational strategies to help improve our customers’ operations. Our talented group of industry experts combine the powers of scalable material handling systems, innovative software and custom automation engineering for complete, unique solutions that help companies, across a broad spectrum of industry segments, become leaders in their industries. We are equipment agnostic, and our solutions incorporate leading technologies such as mobile robots, automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), automated guided vehicles (AGV), goods-to-person technology, sortation, and conveyor. KPI currently has approximately 200 FTEs and $150m revenue with growth expected to double in size (at a minimum) in the next 5 years through organic and acquisitive activities. KPI is backed by Ares Management. Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager operating integrated groups across Credit, Private Equity, Real Estate and Strategic Initiatives. They provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for their stakeholders and within their communities. By collaborating across their investment groups, they aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of March 31, 2021, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $207 billion of assets under management with more than 1,450 employees operating across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.
Created in July 2021 as a result of combination of Kuecker Logistics Group, PULSE Integration and QC Software by private equity firm Ares Management, KPI Integrated Solutions is a systems integrator that seeks out leading technologies within the areas of material handling equipment and information systems and combines them with proven design and operational strategies to help improve our customers’ operations. Our talented group of industry experts combine the powers of scalable material handling systems, innovative software and custom automation engineering for complete, unique solutions that help companies, across a broad spectrum of industry segments, become leaders in their industries. We are equipment agnostic, and our solutions incorporate leading technologies such as mobile robots, automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS), automated guided vehicles (AGV), goods-to-person technology, sortation, and conveyor. KPI currently has approximately 200 FTEs and $150m revenue with growth expected to double in size (at a minimum) in the next 5 years through organic and acquisitive activities.
KPI is backed by Ares Management. Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager operating integrated groups across Credit, Private Equity, Real Estate and Strategic Initiatives. They provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for their stakeholders and within their communities. By collaborating across their investment groups, they aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of March 31, 2021, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $207 billion of assets under management with more than 1,450 employees operating across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.
