Permit Coordinator

Carrington West; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Highway Permit Coordinator with a leading firm in the Lancashire area. You will manage streetworks permitting processes and ensure compliance with all regulations and standards while coordinating closely with contractors and local authorities. This role is essential for maintaining the flow of highway projects and facilitating successful execution of streetworks, making it ideal for experienced candidates in the highways and traffic management fields.

Qualifications

• Experience managing streetworks and highway activities.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and codes of practice.
• Ability to coordinate and communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Process and submit permit applications via Symology Aurora.
• Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and local authorities.
• Monitor permit compliance and avoid penalties.

Skills

Permit application processing

Stakeholder management

Compliance monitoring

Report preparation

Legislation knowledge

Tools

Symology Aurora

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Highway Permit Coordinator to join a busy client in the Lancashire area, managing and coordinating the streetworks permitting process using Symology Aurora.

Main duties of the Highway Permit Coordinator include:

• Processing, submitting, and monitoring permit applications for streetworks and highway activities via Symology Aurora.
• Liaising with internal teams, contractors, utility companies, and local authorities to coordinate and schedule works.
• Ensuring all applications comply with relevant legislation, codes of practice, and local authority requirements.
• Managing and maintaining accurate records of permit statuses, conditions, and communications within the Symology system.
• Monitoring and managing permit timelines to avoid FPNs and non-compliance penalties.
• Preparing reports on permit performance, compliance issues, and key KPIs.
• Supporting the Streetworks or Highways Manager in audits and inspections as required.
• Responding promptly to requests for information, notices, and updates from stakeholders.
• Staying up to date with changes in legislation, best practices, and system updates.

For a full description and further information, please contact Harriet Simmonds at Carrington West on 02393 876051.

Note: If you believe you are suitable for this role technically but the rate, location, or seniority does not match your preferences, please still consider sending your CV. We regularly recruit for similar roles at all levels across the UK and are keen to discuss your employment situation discreetly.

Even if you are currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from highways, traffic, and transportation professionals interested in future opportunities. Our team has over 40 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, contact Harriet at Carrington West on 02393 876051.

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