Hybrid Permitting Lead – Utility Projects & Compliance

Georgia Power Company; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Power, based in Atlanta, GA, seeks a Permitting Specialist to manage state and local permitting for utility projects and to coordinate with railroad, environmental, and regulatory teams. The role ensures timely approvals and alignment with project schedules under the company’s hybrid work policy.

The position requires 3–5 years in permitting or regulatory affairs, a valid Georgia driver’s license, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Travel up to 50% may be required in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Science, Engineering, Environmental Studies, or similar) highly preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in permitting utility coordination, land acquisition support, power delivery, or regulatory affairs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate permitting activities for state and local reviews.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including railroad, environmental, and engineering stakeholders.
• Maintain permitting logs, jurisdictional matrices, and dashboards for oversight and audits.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Reading engineering plans

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

High school diploma

Tools

MS Excel

GIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Georgia Power, based in Atlanta, GA, seeks a Permitting Specialist to manage state and local permitting for utility projects and to coordinate with railroad, environmental, and regulatory teams. The role ensures timely approvals and alignment with project schedules under the company’s hybrid work policy.

The position requires 3–5 years in permitting or regulatory affairs, a valid Georgia driver’s license, and a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Travel up to 50% may be required in this role.