Description Robert Half is seeking an Administrative Assistant for our client located in Lafayette, Louisiana. As the Administrative Assistant, you will be responsible for coordinating all documents required for submitting and obtaining utility and building permits, water taps and impact fees. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. Job Functions + Responsible for securing the timely preparation and submission of building permits + Prepare and submit timely check requests for permits, water taps and impact fees + Deliver building permit applications to responsible municipality department and pick up when ready + Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with municipality departments and staff members + Serve as the designated division contact for permit or other issues and respond promptly + Maintain Architectural Review Committee (ARC) and Homeowner Association (HOA) approvals for new home construction + Record newly recorded or purchased lots and building permit information into JDE to maintain the construction scheduling software + Upload all building permits to the Vendor Extranet and Network folders + Request staking requests and surveys from civil engineers for all lots based on construction trench schedule + Coordinate with the consultants (architect, engineering, soils etc.) for a timely and complete building plan package submission + Verify signatures on change addendums and selections + Manage and monitor the complete building plan approval process through various municipalities on assigned communities + Update documentation on specs, sold specs and new construction regarding mark up plans with changes, selections verified and disperse to the Construction Department and sub-contractors + Distribute construction documents to the Purchasing department, the Marketing department and the Construction department + Document and process all plan revisions and coordinate time-frame requirements to consultants + Scan all approved building plans + Coordinate with division departments and external contacts to ensure all deadlines for building plans and permits are completed on time Requirements + Strong communication skills + At least 1 year of Administrative Assistant experience preferred + Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word + Customer service experience + Multitask experience desired + Document control experience + Knowledge of data entry + Compiling Documents experience preferred + Ability to use the internet for research Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. Apply today! TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .