Permitting Agent
About The Position
PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is a premier outside electrical infrastructure construction company based in Kansas City, Missouri. A subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR), PAR is one of the founding members of Quanta Services and among the largest union contractors in the U.S. PAR’s employees are the reason for the success of our company. Our reputation attracts the highest quality personnel, people who are committed to producing projects that set a standard for excellence. At PAR, we take on the most challenging and complex projects we can find, and we hire people who thrive on hard work and demanding opportunities. On our team, you will have the opportunity to be directly involved in projects that impact the lives of millions while developing and advancing in your career. About the Role: A Permitting Agent is responsible for researching, preparing, reviewing, tracking, and maintaining current documents related to construction permits. This role supports internal and external project managers, land agents, field crews and their supervisors, and clients by ensuring documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with internal and external policies and permit requirements, enabling the timely execution of construction projects. Additionally, the Permitting Agent will have responsibilities to include coordinating and establishing new site permits, modifying existing permits, and assisting with other permit types that may be necessary for permitting and construction needs, to include management of milestones to align all key stakeholders and sub-contracts to create alignment on execution of the rights granted in said permits. This position is on-site in Colorado.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience performing tasks outlined herein for utility projects, and the candidate must possess a strong understanding and proven experience with local and regional jurisdictional non-environmental permitting.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication skills.
- Proficiency with permitting software and database management.
- Attention to detail, and ability to manage external stakeholders.
- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet strict deadlines.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in permitting solar, wind, and electric transmission projects preferred.
- Experience with environmental and federal permitting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Establish a records system to contain/track permit details including expiration dates, uploads of digital files to ArcGIS Online, as well as a completion of final files to contain paper copy of agreements that are fully executed.
- Identify where permits are required for assigned projects with state agencies and local municipalities.
- Verify permit requirements and stipulations are met.
- Proactively communicate with clients, agencies, municipalities, and stakeholders, promptly addressing inquiries with professionalism and courtesy.
- Initiate contact with entities to provide the scope of work, timing of proposed work, and access requirements to submit permit applications to secure all necessary permits and NTPs.
- Work with traffic control companies to secure traffic control plans (TCPs) required for permits with agencies and municipalities.
- Follow up with appropriate entities to obtain signed permits/agreements.
- This requires close interaction and communication with field personnel and key stakeholders.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid health care benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for you and your dependents
- 100% employer-paid basic life insurance
- 100% employer-paid disability benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with matching contribution
- Paid Time Off (sick and vacation)
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness and Mental Health Programs
- Learning and Development Programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
