Permit Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona, +7 more states.

📋 Description

• Conduct research, prepare, submit, and monitor permits and approvals necessary for project execution.

• Collaborate with agencies, utility companies, vendors, clients, and internal teams.

• Accurately receive and input incoming work into both internal and client databases/software.

• Investigate permitting and approval prerequisites and compile data for requests to permit entities.

• Oversee the complete permit-acquisition process, including submission, review, amendments, approvals, and receipt.

• Provide real-time updates on the status of permits, approvals, and project documentation to ensure accuracy.

• Review, process, and monitor subcontractor invoices.

• Ensure the prompt processing of permit approval and issuance fees.

• Scan field notes and maps as required.

• Compile and enter information for daily, weekly, and on-demand reports.

• Accurately assign billable items to respective projects.

• Adhere to permit turnaround times and established service level agreements; communicate open approvals and potential risks to clients.

• Provide updates on projects and tasks to the Permitting Supervisor and Project Leadership.

• Mentor Permit Coordinators and contribute to team development.

• Uphold confidentiality and maintain ethical business standards.

• Complete additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned by management.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in right-of-way permitting or a related field.

• At least 2 years of experience in cable engineering support.

• Familiarity with GIS software such as QIS and ArcGIS.

• Practical knowledge in managing various types of permitting processes, including those based on production.

• Understanding of cable design principles and basic construction practices relevant to cable systems.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Capability to update and/or create PDF maps using Bluebeam, Nitro, or any PDF editor.

• Experience with Microsoft D365, Salesforce, O-Calc Pro, QuickBase, NJUNS, ALDEN, or AutoCAD.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to spot errors and inconsistencies.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills for professional customer interactions.

• Ability to multitask, manage interruptions, and prioritize tasks efficiently.

• Capacity to follow directions and work independently.

• Willingness to learn, adapt, and accept additional responsibilities.

• Must be responsible, self-driven, and capable of working effectively in a remote setting.

• Availability to work Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CST, with flexibility for after-hours work when necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully employee-owned company.

• Remote work flexibility.

• Opportunities for employee growth.

• Culture of collaboration and shared success.