Lead Permitter / Scheduler

Dowhigh Ltd; Sefton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm is looking for an experienced Lead Permitter/Scheduler to manage the permitting process and project scheduling. The role includes overseeing permit applications, ensuring compliance, and coordinating activities across teams. Candidates should demonstrate strong knowledge of regulatory processes and leadership skills. This full-time position offers a salary of £29,000 and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Company Pension

20 days holiday, increasing with service

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in permitting, project scheduling, or a related coordination role is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, site plans, or technical drawings.
• Excellent communication skills with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation, submission, and tracking of permit applications.
• Act as the primary contact for permitting agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor permitting/scheduling staff.

Skills

Strong knowledge of permitting processes

Project scheduling management

Leadership and team mentoring

Excellent organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

GCSE (or equivalent) grade 5 in Maths and English Language

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project)

Job description

Location: Netherton, Liverpool
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Contracts Director

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Lead Permitter / Scheduler to oversee the permitting process and project scheduling for a variety of operational projects. In this leadership role, you will manage permit submissions, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and coordinate scheduling activities across teams to ensure smooth project execution from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation, submission, and tracking of permit applications across multiple councils and projects.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all permitting agencies, utility companies, local transport networks and internal stakeholders.
• Supervise and mentor permitting / scheduling staff to ensure consistent quality and performance.
• Coordinate project schedules in alignment with permitting timelines, regulatory deadlines, and resource availability.
• Monitor the permitting lifecycle to identify and resolve bottlenecks or compliance issues proactively.
• Maintain and manage a central permitting and scheduling dashboard for leadership reporting.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, supervisors, external contractors and field teams to ensure alignment on permitting status and work schedules.
• Develop and refine processes for improved efficiency in permit acquisition and scheduling practices.
• Stay up to date with changes in permitting requirements.
• Generate detailed reports on permitting progress, project timelines, and resource allocation.

Requirements:

Experience in permitting, project scheduling, or a related coordination role is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of permitting processes and regulatory compliance within civil engineering and highways.
• Demonstrated experience in managing project schedules and leading cross-functional coordination.
• Strong leadership and team mentoring skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project scheduling tools (e.g., MS Project).
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, site plans, or technical drawings.
• Excellent communication skills including liasing with key stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and confidently to stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Professional and courteous telephone manner

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience dealing with council permit applications (Mayrise / Confirm).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• GCSE (or equivalent) grade 5 in Maths and English Language
• Full Driving License

What We Offer:

• A leadership role in a growing team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• 40 hours per week Monday – Friday, hours to be agreed
• On site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company Pension
• 20 days holiday rising to 23 days upon successful completion of 6 months’ probation period
• Additional day’s holiday after 5 years continuous service up to a maximum of 30 days
• Starting salary FTE £29,000 subject to experience