Description:
Permit Coordinator (Non-environmental, Electric Utility and Communication focused)
Candidate MUST sit onsite seeking an individual with experience in permitting.
Responsibilities
Support the Chicago based non-environmental permitting (i.e. roadway occupancy, railroad occupancy) projects and programs with assigned tasks and could include, but is not limited to, the following:
Communicate with permitting jurisdictions and internal/external team members to identify permitting requirements
Track jurisdiction specific requirements and provide that information to the team
Prepare and submit permit packages in accordance with jurisdictional requirements
Track permit submittal, approval, and expiration dates
Communicate permit conditions to the project team to ensure all aspects of a project are communicated with prospective permitting agencies
Create and distributes correspondence relevant to the project to the team or program (internal and external)
Track and manage multiple permits and projects concurrently
Develop and maintain accurate and complete files for projects and programs; continues to monitor for integrity and completeness
Skills:
Microsoft word, Microsoft excel, pdf, utility industry
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Excellent organizational/administrative skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong Word, Excel, and Portable Document Format (PDF) skills
Computer skills using Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn a variety of new tracking and software programs such as ArcGIS, Unifier, and Procor
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Ability to thrive in a dynamic problem-solving environment
Customer service orientation with a strong problem-solving approach
Familiarity with electric utility and fiber communication terminology, non-environmental permitting process and procedures, and department of transportation permitting platforms such as EPS is a plus
Experience in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania is a plus
Experience Level:
Entry Level
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