Permit Specialist

About the role

At Utilities One, we are driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to building the future of critical infrastructure. As a trusted turnkey solutions provider across telecom, power, water, renewable energy, and data center sectors, we deliver high-quality services that connect and empower communities. We are looking for a qualified OSP Permit Specialist I to support permitting operations for broadband infrastructure projects nationwide. This early-career, full-time remote position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in utility permitting while contributing to impactful connectivity projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit permit applications, including DOT, pole attachments, ROW, and traffic control permits, in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations;
• Research and interpret jurisdiction-specific policies and GIS data to support permit accuracy;
• Initiate Joint Use Pole and ROW permit applications and support Pole Loading Analysis (PLA) and Make Ready Engineering (MRE) reviews;
• Track permit statuses using Smartsheet, KMZ files, Excel, and permit management systems to monitor submissions, approvals, and expiration dates;
• Coordinate with Engineering, Field, GIS, and Permitting teams to maintain project schedules;
• Communicate proactively with permitting agencies to resolve issues and avoid delays;
• Maintain clear communication channels using Teams, Outlook, and other collaboration tools.

Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience in utility or telecom permitting, permit coordination, or related roles;
• Familiarity with NESC standards, municipal codes, joint-use agreements, and pole permit procedures;
• Experience with PLA, MRE, and ROW or DOT permit submissions;
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar software;
• Skilled in GIS applications, KMZ/Google Earth, Smartsheets, Microsoft Excel, and permit tracking tools;
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with traffic control, railroad, or environmental permitting;
• Exposure to telecom engineering, field surveys, or design collaboration;
• Experience supporting federally funded projects like BEAD or RDOF;
• Advanced knowledge of GIS and permit tracking software.

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay and compensation package;
• Health Insurance plans (health, dental, vision);
• Whole Life Insurance;
• 401k Plan;
• PTO/Paid Holidays;
• Career Advancement Opportunities within Engineering, QA, GIS, and Permitting leadership tracks;
• Collaborative culture working on projects with national impact.

Location: United States - Phoenix, AZ