Permitting Expert - AI Trainer

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: https://talent.docs.mercor.com/welcome
• For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com

PS: Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.

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