OSP Licensing and Permitting Specialist

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. Determine required permits based on project scope, OSP design, and jurisdiction.

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $34 - $37 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in OSP permitting processes, including compliance with Right-of-Way and environmental requirements, while effectively coordinating with utilities and municipalities. Proven ability to manage permit tracking, documentation, and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced environment.

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OSP PermittingMake Ready EngineeringPole Loading AnalysisUtility CoordinationRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

OSP ConstructionPermit TrackingDocument ControlEngineering Drawing ReviewJurisdictional ResearchPermit Application SubmissionTraffic Control PlansRegulatory ReportingAttention to DetailPermit Compliance

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationExcellent OrganizationMentoringTeam-OrientedProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Permitting DatabasesDocumentation SystemsSpreadsheetsTrackers

Industry Keywords

Right-of-WayUtility AgreementsMunicipal OrdinancesState/Federal RegulationsJoint-Use Licensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Determine required permits based on project scope, OSP design, and jurisdiction.
Perform jurisdictional research.
Prepare, submit, track, and close permits and applications for OSP construction, including fiber, conduit, aerial, and underground facilities.
Review engineering and construction/permit drawings for permitting compliance.
Ensure compliance with Right-of-Way, easement, and environmental requirements.
Perform or coordinate Make Ready Engineering activities, including clearance analysis and utility coordination.
Review, coordinate, and validate pole loading analysis to ensure structural compliance with joint-use and utility standards.
Coordinate with pole-owning utilities regarding pole attachments, relocations, replacement, and make-ready timelines.
Track permit status, conditions, fees, and expiration dates.
Respond to agency comments and revise applications as needed.
Advise engineering on design changes required for permit approvals.
Mentor or guide OSP Licensing & Permitting Coordinators as needed.
Interpret and apply utility agreements, municipal ordinances, and state/federal regulations related to utility pole attachments, conduit use, and Right-of-Way work.
Coordinate with municipalities, DOTs, utility companies, railroads, HOAs, and private property owners.
Resolve escalated permitting issues and conflicts.
Coordinate traffic control plans, lane closures, and inspection scheduling.
Communicate permit requirements and constraints to coordinators, engineering, construction, and project management teams.
Support construction start dates by ensuring permits are approved and active.
Coordinate inspections, restoration requirements, and final sign-offs.
Maintain permit logs, documentation, databases, and trackers.
Assist with audits, regulatory reporting, and record retention.
Complete special projects as assigned by the Licensing & Permitting Manager.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required.
3–7 years of experience in OSP permitting, joint-use licensing, or telecom utility coordination.
Strong knowledge of OSP construction (aerial, underground, fiber, conduit) and jurisdictional permitting requirements.
Ability to interpret utility agreements, municipal ordinances, ROW rules, and state/federal regulations.
Skilled in reviewing OSP engineering drawings, TC plans, and permit packages for compliance.
Experience with Make Ready Engineering (MRE) and basic pole loading analysis (PLA) review.
Ability to coordinate with pole-owning utilities on attachments, relocations, and make-ready timelines.
Proven ability to resolve escalated permitting issues and agency comments.
Strong communication skills for working with municipalities, DOTs, utilities, engineers, and construction teams.
Excellent organization, documentation, and permit tracking skills; able to manage high permit volumes.
Proficient with permitting databases, trackers, spreadsheets, and documentation systems.
Ability to mentor or guide junior permitting staff.
Ability to consistently follow-up and strong attention to detail.
Document control and reporting.
Professional, team-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.