Permitting Specialist

Ledcor

. Research, prepare documentation, and acquire appropriate municipal and agency permits for proposed cable and fiber optics network installations .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,400 - $90,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in permitting processes for telecommunications and utility projects, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Strong ability to develop relationships with municipalities and manage documentation for project approvals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Permitting ExperienceTelecommunications KnowledgeDocument ControlStrong Communication SkillsProject Coordination

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Hard Skills

Permit Application PreparationOutside Plant Design PrinciplesTelecommunication StandardsRegulatory ComplianceProblem Solving

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsClient Needs Understanding

Tools & Technologies

MS WordMS ExcelScheduling SoftwareQuick Base

Industry Keywords

TelecommunicationsUtility ProjectsMunicipal RegulationsDOT RegulationsField Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research, prepare documentation, and acquire appropriate municipal and agency permits for proposed cable and fiber optics network installations
Prepare permit application packages required by local governments, jurisdictions, and governing agencies
Develop and maintain relationships with local municipalities and governing bodies to obtain permitting and zoning approval
Resolve permitting issues to ensure project deliverables are met
Collaborate with project teams to gather information and identify permitting requirements
Develop solutions to address anticipated challenges
Inform project teams about government and municipal requirements and regulations to support permitting compliance and project timelines
Serve as subject matter expert on local municipal and state codes
Coordinate and track permit applications and compliance during project approval and construction phases
Oversee document control and ensure compliance with customer requirements
Travel approximately 15%

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 to 4 years of permitting experience within Telecommunications, Outside Plant or Field Operations
Previous experience submitting permit packages for approval for Telecom, Power, Gas, Construction and/or other utility projects
Understanding of outside plant design principles, work order procedures, telecommunication standards
Knowledge of local authority regulations and requirements; familiarity with DOT/Federal/County regulations preferred
Strong computer background, including experience with MS Word, Excel and scheduling software; familiarity with Quick Base preferred
Strong communication skills, confident interacting with key contacts in verbal, written and electronic form
Capable of responding to project stakeholder requests in typical situations and understands client needs
All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Training to develop skills, knowledge, and abilities
Ongoing employee training and development
Team building opportunities
Career growth opportunities
Competitive total rewards package supporting physical, mental, and financial well-being
Exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop skills and knowledge
Equal-opportunity employer
Adjustments provided in all parts of the hiring process