Permitting Coordinator

Dewberry • Richmond, VA

5d • $56,788 - $73,013

About The Position

Dewberry is seeking an entry-level Permitting Coordinator for its Electric Vehicle (EV) team. The role may be based in Fairfax, Virginia; Richmond, Virginia; or Orlando, Florida. Remote candidates who meet the position criteria are also welcome. The position supports EV and Autonomous Vehicle charging-infrastructure projects through site acquisition services, including permitting research, data management, permit applications, and vendor coordination. It also tracks project schedules, deliverables, and financials and monitors projections to support timely milestone completion.

This is an entry-level opportunity with potential to develop into work involving real estate, right-of-way acquisition, and telecommunications. The coordinator collaborates with design teams, project managers, and subject matter experts to deliver permit services and coordinate work across Dewberry’s network of offices. The successful candidate contributes to client satisfaction, project delivery, and technical quality. The position reports to a Project Manager.

Dewberry is a professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500 professionals nationwide. The projected annual salary range is $56,788 to $73,013 for Richmond, Virginia; the range may vary based on factors such as skills, experience, location, and market conditions. Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization. Employment offers are subject to background screening.

Requirements

• 0–3 years of permitting experience overall on EV, wireless, and wireline projects.
• Strong interest in working with EV and telecommunications clients to deliver integrated services.
• Strong understanding of and experience working collaboratively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong skills using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to learn and expand knowledge in real estate, advanced technical programs, and business.
• Strong motivation and willingness to learn industries and skills while working in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site acquisition services, including EV permitting research, data management, permit applications, and vendor coordination.
• Track project deliverables, schedules, and financials, and oversee projections to support timely milestone completion.
• Work collaboratively with Dewberry design teams on projects in the EV segment.
• Track projects and report schedules and task forecasts on a site-by-site basis.
• Execute permit services and contribute to client satisfaction, project delivery, and technical quality.
• Coordinate services within Dewberry’s network of offices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed