OSP Permitting Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee the entire process of permit applications from initial submission to final approval across various jurisdictions.

• Evaluate permit packages crafted by both internal and external engineering teams for completeness and readiness for submission.

• Coordinate the revisions of permits, responses to agency comments, and subsequent resubmissions.

• Monitor permitting risks and escalate any issues that may affect project timelines.

• Keep track of permit statuses, approval timelines, and essential dependencies.

• Act as the main point of contact for engineering teams working on permit package preparations.

• Foster constructive relationships with local municipalities, utility providers, and permitting agencies.

• Investigate specific permitting requirements and processes unique to each jurisdiction.

• Engage in agency meetings and coordination calls as necessary.

• Support project teams in comprehending permit requirements and approval conditions.

⛳️ Requirements

• 3-6 years of relevant experience in OSP permitting, telecom/fiber permitting, utility coordination, construction administration, or infrastructure project management.

• Previous involvement in permitting activities within California and/or Oregon is preferred; experience with California permitting is particularly valued.

• Basic understanding of OSP fiber design layouts, construction drawings, route maps, and permit exhibits.

• Proven experience in reviewing permit documentation for completeness, accuracy, and readiness for submission.

• Familiarity with municipal permitting portals, local agencies, and jurisdictional submission processes.

• Excellent communication, coordination, follow-up, and relationship management abilities.

• Capability to juggle multiple permit applications, deadlines, jurisdictions, and project priorities concurrently.

• Skilled in researching local regulations and developing a comprehensive understanding of relevant jurisdictional laws, ordinances, and permitting processes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, as well as document management and permit tracking systems.

• Willingness to adapt to new project management, permitting, and workflow software platforms.

🏝️ Benefits

• 4 Medical plans with employer contributions for employees and their dependents.

• Dental and Vision insurance.

• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.

• Voluntary Life Insurance options.

• Disability Insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.

• 15 paid time off (PTO) days, 9 paid holidays, and 2 floating holidays.