Permitting Coordinator

Dewberry • Richmond, VA

5d • Remote

About The Position

Dewberry is seeking an entry-level Permitting Coordinator for its Electric Vehicle (EV) team. The position supports site acquisition services, including EV permitting research, data management, permit applications, and vendor coordination. The coordinator tracks project deliverables, schedules, and financials, and monitors projections to support timely completion of milestones. The role offers a potential career path in EV and may expand into real estate, right-of-way acquisition, and telecommunications.

The coordinator works collaboratively with Dewberry design teams and reports to a Project Manager. The role involves tracking projects and reporting schedules and task forecasts on a site-by-site basis, while supporting successful permit-service execution, client satisfaction, project delivery, technical quality, and coordination across Dewberry’s network of offices. The position provides access to corporate technical resources and experienced subject matter experts.

The role is intended for a motivated, organized, outgoing person who is eager to learn and work in a team environment. Candidates may be based in Fairfax or Richmond, Virginia, or Orlando, Florida; remote candidates who meet the position criteria are also welcome. The stated annual projected salary range applies to Richmond, Virginia, and is $56,788 to $73,013; the range may vary based on skills, experience, location, and market conditions.

Requirements

• 0–3 years of overall permitting experience, including work on EV, wireless, and wireline projects.
• Strong interest in serving EV and telecommunications clients by delivering 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.
• Highly self-motivated and willing to learn industries and skills while working on projects in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree 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 monitor projections for timely achievement of milestone completion dates.
• Work collaboratively with Dewberry design teams on projects.
• Track projects and report schedules and task forecasts on a site-by-site basis.
• Support successful execution of permit services, client satisfaction, project delivery, and technical quality.
• Coordinate services within Dewberry’s established network of offices.

What This Job Offers

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