Permit Technician

M&S Engineering LLC; George Town; On-site; MYR 164,000 - 248,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Georgetown, Texas is seeking a qualified Permit Technician to manage administrative tasks related to permit applications for electric distribution facilities. This role involves coordinating with teams, obtaining necessary approvals, and maintaining documentation. Ideal candidates should possess a high school diploma, experience in permitting work, and be proficient in software like AutoCAD and Microsoft Office. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits including health insurance and a 401k plan.

Benefits

Employer paid health/dental/vision insurance

Employer paid STD/LTD

Life Insurance

401k retirement plan with employer match

Qualifications

• High school diploma required, college degree preferred.
• 2-5 years experience with permitting work in utilities and municipalities.
• Familiarity with drawing software tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with peers on the scheduling and status of permits.
• Track and obtain approvals for permits as a liaison to clients.
• Prepare and submit applications to agencies for permits.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Geomedia platforms

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Job description

M&S Engineering, LLC seeks a qualified Permit Technician at our Georgetown, Texas location. Employee is responsible for the administrative/clerical work in association with identification of regulatory approval agencies, accessing the requirements and the submittal of permit applications to install overhead and underground electric distribution facilities of all accounts serviced by the Georgetown, Fort Worth, and Midland locations (covers the state of TX). This includes compiling permit data requirements, initiating both electronic and hard copy permit applications, determining necessary permits for different municipalities and specialized areas, communicating with involved parties to minimize turnaround time.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate with peer team member on schedule, delivery, and status of all permits.
• Obtain documents from Electric Distribution Designers to facilitate the permit application process
• Track, obtain and archive all required approvals for permits and act as liaison between the company and client
• Prepare and submit applications to client to support various agencies/ boards having jurisdiction over required permits and/or approvals
• Review any plans issued out for correct revision dates and permit details
• Coordinate paperwork and applications with client which includes updating and monitoring status in work management system
• Performs data entry tasks for submittals and preparation of field packets for construction crews.
• Work closely with agencies on permit status and ensure they are processed in a timely manner
• Produce and maintain schedules for all communities and coordinate with all stakeholders from inception to approval of permitting process
• Schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments, etc.
• Maintain all company files relating to permitting documents
• Perform other office administrative duties and assist other administrative personnel, as needed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required, college degree preferred
• 2-5 years of experience with permitting work in road right-of-way, utilities, and municipalities, reading and developing permit drawings, preferred
• Familiar with drawing software tools such as AutoCAD and other Geomedia platforms, preferred
• Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to prioritize and take initiative
• Able to read blueprints and plot plans is a plus
• Experience in the fields of power distribution, transmission, and survey would be beneficial.
• Detail-oriented team player comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with heavy volume workload
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (specifically Word and Excel) and PDF editing, preferred
• Excellent follow-up, communication (written and verbal) and time management skills
• Able to professionally perform multiple detail-oriented tasks with simultaneous deadlines
• Ability to match existing staff schedule of M-TH, 6 am-4:30 pm, a 4x10 schedule is preferred.
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Employer paid health/dental/vision insurance
• Employer paid STD/LTD
• Life Insurance
• 401k retirement plan with employer match