Permits Coordinator (REE/RME)

Karnot Energy Solutions Inc.; Mapandan; On-site; PHP 330,057 - 395,343; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

₱32,500/month base salary + 22% benefits

Per-diem for field travel

Career path opportunities as Permits Manager

Job summary

Karnot Energy Solutions Inc. is seeking a Permits Coordinator in Mapandan, Pangasinan. This full-time role involves managing permit applications across LGU offices, requiring an active PRC Registered Electrical or Mechanical Engineer certification. You will need strong organisational skills for tracking multiple permits simultaneously.

The position includes fieldwork, with around 40% of time spent engaging with local government units. Karnot offers a competitive salary package with benefits and career advancement opportunities as the project volume grows.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience handling LGU building/electrical/mechanical permit applications in the Philippines.
• Organised record-keeper — able to manage multiple concurrent applications without missing deadlines.
• Valid driver's licence for field travel.

Responsibilities

• Own the 7-stage LGU permit queue for every active Karnot project.
• Co-sign permit application forms as REE or RME.
• Submit, track, and follow up all applications across LGU OBO and BFP offices.

Skills

Organisational skills

Clear English and Filipino communication

Knowledge of LGU permit processes

Education

Active PRC REE or RME certificate

Job description

Mapandan HQ + Field Full-time, Regular Start: 1 July 2026 Travel: ~40%

Permits Coordinator (REE/RME)

₱32,500/month base + 22% benefits + HMO

Karnot Energy Solutions Inc. · Low Carbon Innovation Centre, Mapandan, Pangasinan

Reports To

Senior PEE / PME

Headcount

1 head

Hard Requirement: Active PRC Registered Electrical Engineer (REE) or Registered Mechanical Engineer (RME). Junior level is acceptable — 1–3 years experience is sufficient. A professional licence is required to co-sign permit applications alongside the sealing PEE or PME.

The Role

Karnot's Permits-Managed Service is a core product offering — we charge clients a fixed fee to take the entire permit burden off their hands, covering every stage from Barangay clearance through to Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection (CFEI). To deliver that promise reliably at volume, Karnot needs a dedicated permits coordinator who owns the queue.

This is not a desk job. Approximately 40% of your time will be at LGU offices, BFP offices, and client sites across Pangasinan, CALABARZON, and NCR — chasing applications, submitting revised drawings, collecting clearances, and building the working relationships with permit officers that make the difference between a three-week clearance and a three-month wait. You will typically manage 4–8 simultaneous permit applications in various stages of processing.

The role requires a PRC REE or RME because permit applications require a co-signing licensed engineer on many LGU submission forms alongside the sealing PEE or PME. Junior-level candidates (1–3 years) with strong organisational skills and a genuine track record of navigating PH government permit processes are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the 7-stage LGU permit queue for every active Karnot project: Barangay clearance, Building Permit, Electrical Permit, Mechanical Permit, BFP Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance, Occupancy Permit, CFEI
• Co-sign permit application forms as REE or RME alongside the sealing PEE or PME
• Submit, track, and follow up all applications across LGU OBO and BFP offices in Pangasinan, CALABARZON, and NCR
• Maintain a live project permit status tracker — all applications visible, all deadlines flagged
• Liaise with clients to collect required documents (titles, tax declarations, occupancy history) on time
• Build and maintain working relationships with permit officers across multiple LGU jurisdictions
• Identify and resolve document deficiencies before submission to avoid rejection delays
• File and archive all issued permits, clearances, and as-built documentation by project

Required Qualifications

• Active PRC REE (Registered Electrical Engineer) or RME (Registered Mechanical Engineer) certificate
• 1–3 years experience handling LGU building/electrical/mechanical permit applications in the Philippines
• Organised record-keeper — able to manage multiple concurrent applications without missing deadlines
• Valid driver's licence (essential — regular field travel to LGU and BFP offices)
• Clear English and Filipino written communication — permit correspondence and client updates
• Pangasinan-based or willing to relocate (most permits in first year will be Pangasinan region)

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing relationships with LGU permit officers in Pangasinan, Pampanga, or NCR
• Experience with BFP Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance submissions
• Knowledge of Meralco or other utility interconnection application processes
• Experience using project management or ticketing software to track application status
• Background in HVAC, refrigeration, or MEP construction (helps when interpreting drawings)

What Karnot Offers

• ₱32,500/month base salary + 22% statutory and company benefits package
• Per-diem for all field travel days to LGU and BFP offices
• Karnot vehicle or transport allowance for field work
• Career path: as Karnot's project volume grows, this role leads to Permits Manager with a small team
• Exposure to the full permit lifecycle for commercial refrigeration and solar projects — rare specialist skill
• BOI-registered Pioneer Enterprise — reduced income tax during pioneer period

About This Role — Common Questions

What are the 7 stages of the Karnot permit process?

Karnot's Permits-Managed Service covers: (1) Barangay Clearance, (2) Building Permit (LGU OBO), (3) Electrical Permit, (4) Mechanical Permit, (5) BFP Fire Safety Evaluation Clearance, (6) Certificate of Occupancy or Completion, and (7) Certificate of Final Electrical Inspection (CFEI). Not all stages apply to every project — a straightforward roof-mounted AquaHERO installation has fewer stages than a commercial R290 plant room — 

Why is a PRC REE or RME required for this role?

Many LGU OBO permit application forms require the signature of a licensed engineer as the responsible party for the systems being installed. While the PEE or PME provides the sealed drawings, having a licensed REE or RME on the coordination team allows Karnot to sign supporting documents without calling the senior engineers away from design work. It also signals to permit offices that Karnot's submissions come from a properly licensed team.

Is the 40% field travel a hard number?

It is an estimate based on expected project volume. In the first months, when Karnot's active project pipeline is building, field days may be lower. As the pipeline grows to 8+ simultaneous projects, field time will increase. Candidates should be genuinely comfortable with regular travel — this is not a role that can be done from a desk alone.

What makes permit work harder for natural refrigerant projects?

R290 (propane) and CO₂ are uncommon in the Philippine commercial market, which means many LGU permit officers encounter them for the first time when Karnot submits. The coordinator often needs to guide permit officers through the classification, explain why the safety documentation looks different from a standard R22 system, and facilitate pre-application meetings. Building those relationships early — and explaining the technology patiently — is a significant part of the role.

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