Permitting Expert - Fully Remote | Upto $90/hr

About the job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark , General Catalyst , Peter Thiel , Adam D'Angelo , Larry Summers , and Jack Dorsey . Position: Building Code & Permitting Specialists (ONLY Cal & FL) Type: Contract Compensation: $65–$90/hour Location: Remote Role Responsibilities • Review and label construction documents, permit applications, site plans, and inspection reports. Identify and classify code requirements, jurisdictional rules, and compliance elements across different regions. • Audit annotated datasets for accuracy and alignment with local, state, and national building codes. Evaluate AI-generated outputs for correctness in permit requirements, zoning constraints, and code compliance. • Define annotation guidelines for interpreting building codes and jurisdictional differences. Provide expertise on edge cases such as mixed-use zoning, variances, and complex permitting scenarios. • Review AI-generated permit reviews, compliance summaries, and recommendations. Provide structured feedback to improve regulatory reasoning and accuracy across jurisdictions. • Contribute to standards for construction permitting annotation and onboarding materials. Qualifications Must-Have • Strong familiarity with building codes, permitting workflows, and jurisdictional requirements. • Experience coordinating with city agencies, submitting permits, and managing inspection processes. • Strong knowledge of building codes, design compliance, and plan preparation. • Experience reviewing and approving permits within municipal or state agencies. • Deep expertise in one of the following jurisdictions: Chula Vista, Tampa, Palm Beach County, Pinellas County, Sunny Isles, Jacksonville, Surfside. Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete) • Upload resume • AI interview based on your resume • Submit form Resources & Support • For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: • For any help or support, reach out to: PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity. Originally posted on Himalayas