Permitting Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Work with local government agencies to apply for permits, relay comments to the Engineers Design Lead, and facilitate payments.
• Maintain permit status, track expiration dates, and request checks for permit-related expenses.
• Act as the primary contact between Commence, Business Development Manager, the customers, and municipalities to obtain necessary approvals and ensure smooth communication.
• Regularly travel to submit and pick up permits at designated jurisdictions.
• Schedule inspections for electric and water meter applications, underground conduit installation and permanent power connections with utility engineers.
• Request non-structural changes to design plans from architects and engineers to expedite the approval process.
• Update CrewReport and all associated permitting tasks to monitor the progress of permits, utilities, and certificates of occupancy (COs).
• Work with public works departments in markets that require right-of-way (ROW) permits and ensure timely submissions.
• Verify that all product approvals meet or exceed municipal requirements.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Adaptable and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Technologically proficient.
• Clear, professional communication with clients, vendors, and internal teams.