Permitting Coordinator

What are the core responsibilities for the role

• Research and interpret municipal state federal railroad canal and waterway regulations applicable to telecom and utility infrastructure projects
• Prepare submit and track permit applications for fiber optic networks small cell deployments conduit systems and related telecom infrastructure
• Coordinate with local jurisdictions Departments of Transportation (DOTs) utility companies railroad agencies and other permitting authorities to obtain approvals and maintain compliance
• Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) revision comments and agency feedback in a timely and professional manner
• Participate in planning coordination and pre-construction meetings as needed
• Monitor permit status and proactively track timelines to support engineering and construction schedules
• Identify permitting risks early and escalate issues to prevent project delays
• Support project schedules budgets and deliverables by tracking permitting milestones and dependencies
• Serve as a liaison between engineering teams field operations contractors and permitting agencies to resolve compliance and scheduling issues efficiently
• Maintain accurate organized and audit-ready records of all permitting activities approvals and correspondence
• Manage incoming and outgoing project documentation from internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support the preparation of complete high-quality and compliant permit submittals
• Maintain strong document management practices to ensure records are accessible current and accurate
• Review and interpret engineering plan sets as-builts and technical specifications to support permit applications
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to verify designs meet jurisdictional requirements
• Support telecom infrastructure design efforts including fiber routing and conduit pathway coordination where applicable
• Utilize design and mapping tools to review interpret and adjust plan sets as needed
• Permit applications submitted accurately and efficiently with minimal revisions
• Clear organized documentation that supports compliance and audit readiness
• Effective coordination between internal teams and external agencies
• Proactive communication that prevents permitting-related construction delays
• Reliable management of permitting schedules milestones and project deliverables

• Training in telecom permitting processes and regulatory requirements
• Exposure to broadband infrastructure deployment and fiber network design
• Opportunities for career growth into advanced permitting project management engineering support or telecom infrastructure roles

Qualifications Skills and Competencies:

• 03 years of experience in permitting telecommunications utilities construction engineering support or a related field OR relevant internship/educational experience
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents engineering and construction plan sets
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Preferred experience coordinating with municipalities DOTs utility providers railroads or regulatory agencies
• Preferred Exposure to broadband fiber optic telecom or utility infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with permitting systems construction documentation or utility coordination processes
• Preferred Experience with design and GIS tools such as AutoCAD (Civil 3D) MicroStation Google Earth or Esri products
• Preferred understanding telecom permitting workflows and construction documentation processes
• Proactive problem-solving skills with the ability to identify challenges early and develop practical solutions
• Strong recordkeeping and documentation discipline
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems tools and processes
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work that supports project success and keeps construction on schedule
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interface professionally with engineers clients contractors and public agencies

Why would a candidate want this job

• Medical dental vision life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in-house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure