Project Manager, ALPR

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona.

📋 Description

• Take charge of and expedite the permitting process for Axon’s ALPR infrastructure deployments.

• Assist customers in navigating regulatory challenges and establish standardized, scalable workflows.

• Facilitate compliant, rapid installations throughout the U.S.

• Foster and sustain relationships with permitting and zoning officials across the nation.

• Analyze, foresee, and shape local and regional permitting dynamics.

• Serve as the regulatory liaison between Axon and Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

• Manage end-to-end permitting workflows across various states and municipalities.

• Design, execute, and maintain scalable tracking and reporting tools.

• Enhance permitting timelines in alignment with ALPR project schedules.

• Recognize permitting obstacles and develop mitigation strategies.

• Convert NEC, NFPA, and local zoning code frameworks into deployment-ready specifications.

• Collaborate with compliance and legal teams to guarantee audit-ready documentation and approvals.

• Work in conjunction with engineering, deployment, legal, and customer success teams.

• Provide permitting forecasts and impact assessments to project teams.

• Champion permitting considerations during the initial stages of project planning.

• Report to the Director of Professional Services.

• Willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 4 years of experience in managing infrastructure, utility, or construction permitting within enterprise or public-sector settings.

• Proven expertise in NEC, NFPA, zoning, and environmental regulations.

• A history of influencing both internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies.

• Preferred certifications include PMP, ICC Permit Technician, OSHA 30, NFPA, and LEED.

• Proficient in GIS, CAD, Asana, and permit tracking systems.

• Strong analytical skills, documentation abilities, and process development experience.

• Demonstrated capacity to lead in complex, multi-jurisdictional environments.

• Extensive experience in large-scale permitting leadership across jurisdictions.

• In-depth knowledge of codes including NEC, NFPA, zoning, and environmental regulations.

• Preferred experience in public safety, DOT, or utility permitting.

• Advanced skills in risk management and conflict resolution.

• Experience with permitting workflows for high-volume infrastructure rollouts.

• Proficiency in Smartsheet, Excel, and Asana.

• Excellent communication skills across technical and government audiences.

• Ability to secure stakeholder buy-in and resolve conflicts with AHJs.

• Experience collaborating across engineering, legal, compliance, and field teams.

• Preparedness for a fast-paced environment and adaptability to change.

• Familiarity with GIS, CAD, and blueprint interpretation.

• Knowledge of permit and document control systems.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match.

• Discretionary paid time off.

• Paid parental leave for all employees.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans available.

• Access to Fitness Programs.

• Support for Emotional & Mental Wellness.

• Opportunities for Learning & Development.

• Snacks provided in offices.