Permitting Specialist

Ledcor•Chicago, IL

1d•$60,400 - $90,600•Remote

About The Position

The Permitting Specialist researches, prepares documentation, and obtains municipal and agency permits for proposed cable and fiber-optic network installations. The role prepares permit application packages for local governments, jurisdictions, and other governing agencies, and builds stakeholder relationships to manage the permitting process. The specialist works with project teams to identify permitting requirements, resolve permitting issues, anticipate challenges, and communicate regulatory requirements that affect approval and construction. The role also coordinates and tracks applications and compliance, oversees document control, and serves as a subject matter expert on local municipal and state codes. This position may be performed remotely and requires 15% travel.

Requirements

2 to 4 years of permitting experience within Telecommunications, Outside Plant, or Field Operations.
Experience submitting permit packages for approval for telecommunications, power, gas, construction, and/or other utility projects.
Understanding of outside plant design principles, work order procedures, and telecommunication standards.
Knowledge of local authority regulations and requirements.
Strong computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, and scheduling software.
Strong communication skills and confidence interacting with key contacts verbally, in writing, and electronically.
Ability to respond to project stakeholder requests in typical situations and understand client needs.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with DOT, federal, and county regulations.
Familiarity with Quick Base.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain relationships with local municipalities and governing bodies to obtain permits and zoning approvals while ensuring compliance with regulations and conditions.
Resolve permitting issues to help meet project deliverables.
Collaborate with project teams to gather information and identify project permitting requirements.
Develop solutions to anticipated challenges.
Inform project teams about government and municipal requirements and regulations to support compliance during project approval and construction and to meet timelines.
Serve as a subject matter expert on local municipal and state codes.
Coordinate and track permit applications and compliance during project approval and construction.
Oversee document control and ensure compliance with customer requirements.
Perform other responsibilities as directed.