Permit Specialist

Purpose of the Position: 

The Permit Specialist is an integral part of our engineering team, playing a crucial role in the successful implementation of our projects by managing the permit process from start to finish. This role requires proactive forecasting, close attention to detail, effective coordination with permitting agencies, and ensuring timely and accurate permit submissions to support project timelines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:    

Proactively schedule and manage permits to prevent project delays.

Collaborate with permitting agencies to prepare and adjust applications as needed, addressing any issues that might delay the process

Conduct research and compile data to support project team scheduling needs

Act as the main point of contact with internal teams to ensure all permit applications are submitted accurately and on schedule

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required

Technical understanding/ability.

Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow.

Acute attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.

Knowledge of electronic wireless industry research methods.

Ability to operate in a dynamic and changing environment.

Ability to travel as required.

Education and experience Required

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline. 

At least 2 years of demonstrated experience as a permit specialist with aerial and UG ROW (right-of-way) permitting experience.

Familiarity with utility regulations, codes, and standards.

Competence in using software tools for permit tracking and management.

Location

Remote in US

Hybrid if local to Shaumburg, IL

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Options

Dependent Care Programs

HSA & FSA Options

Employee Assistance Program

Company paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance

Company paid short-term and long-term disability

401k & Roth 401k programs with match after 1 year of service (fully vested)

8 paid holidays with additional floating holidays

Personal Time Off

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

This position description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of essential job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee will possess the skills, aptitudes, competencies, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship. 

I have read and understand the responsibilities of this position. I possess the qualification(s) indicated and am able to carry out the identified responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.