Permit Specialist - Crossbore
About The Position
The Permit Specialist plays a critical role in keeping Hydromax USA's field operations running smoothly. Working at the intersection of government relations, permitting, and field coordination, you will build and maintain relationships with municipal jurisdictions — securing the permits and approvals our crews need to do their important work safely and on schedule. Reporting directly to the Field Operations Manager, Support, you'll serve as a key liaison between our operations teams, clients, and municipal partners — negotiating obstacles, resolving jurisdictional issues, and ensuring compliance with local requirements. This role is ideal for a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment and takes pride in owning and improving processes.
Requirements
- 2-5 years of relevant experience
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (grammar & spelling) and exhibit exceptional customer service
- Strong organizational skills and desire to own and improve internal processes
- Ability to read and understand maps and aerial photos
- Self-starter with good time management skills
- Proven ability to provide excellent customer service and conflict mediation
- Notary Public certification required or willingness to obtain upon hire
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent work experience)
Responsibilities
- Strong understanding of permit application process and workflow to complete projects in a timely manner: secure permits on schedule, track permit status, and resolve issues preventing approval
- Coordinate with Operations on priority of permitting needs and crew training
- Negotiate with municipal jurisdictions to improve permitting terms
- Report obstacles to the Field Operations Manager and participate in permitting strategy
- Take the lead to resolve jurisdictional issues
- Manage payment and tracking of business licenses in all jurisdictions
- Track and manage municipal deliverables
- Engage with third-party traffic safety vendors
- Establish and maintain relationships with municipalities
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Medical, dental, vision insurance and more
- Company paid life insurance policy
- Paid holidays and personal paid time off (PTO)
- 401K with company match after 6 months
- Career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
