Permitting Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +3 more states.

📋 Description

• Conduct research, prepare necessary documentation, and secure relevant municipal and agency permits for proposed cable and fiber optics network installations.

• Compile permit application packages required by local governments, jurisdictions, and regulatory agencies.

• Establish stakeholder relationships and manage all facets of the permitting process.

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with local municipalities and governing bodies to achieve permitting and zoning approvals.

• Address permitting issues to meet project timelines and deliverables.

• Collaborate with project teams to collect information and determine permitting requirements.

• Develop strategies to tackle anticipated challenges.

• Keep project teams informed about governmental and municipal requirements and regulations to ensure permitting compliance during approval and construction phases.

• Act as a subject matter expert on local municipal and state codes.

• Coordinate and monitor permit applications and compliance throughout the approval and construction phases.

• Manage document control and ensure adherence to customer requirements.

• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• 2 to 4 years of experience in permitting within Telecommunications, Outside Plant, or Field Operations.

• Prior experience in submitting permit packages for approval in Telecom, Power, Gas, Construction, and/or other utility projects.

• Familiarity with outside plant design principles, work order procedures, and telecommunication standards.

• Knowledge of local authority regulations and requirements.

• Preference for familiarity with DOT/Federal/County regulations.

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and scheduling software.

• Experience with Quick Base is preferred.

• Excellent communication skills, with confidence in interacting with key contacts in verbal, written, and electronic formats.

• Ability to respond to project stakeholder requests in typical situations and a solid understanding of client needs.

• Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

• Must be willing to travel up to 15% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Training programs to enhance skills, knowledge, and abilities.

• Comprehensive benefits package that leads the industry.

• Continuous employee training and development opportunities.

• Team-building activities.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Competitive total rewards package that supports physical, mental, and financial wellness.

• Engaging and challenging work with opportunities to further develop skills and knowledge.

• Accommodations provided throughout all stages of the hiring process.