Hybrid Permitting Specialist – Utilities & Compliance

Southern Co.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Georgia Power Company, based in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a Permitting Specialist to ensure timely and compliant permits for utility projects. The role coordinates state and local permitting and serves as liaison among railroad, environmental, and other jurisdictions to keep project schedules on track.

The position supervises external permitting vendors, requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, a valid Georgia driver's license, and a Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field highly preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in permitting utility coordination, land acquisition support, power delivery, or regulatory affairs.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Experience reading engineering plans and interpreting regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate permitting activities, including monitoring progress, tracking status, facilitating communication among responsible parties, and supporting permits through final approval.
• Interpret regulatory requirements and advise project teams on permitting constraints, timelines, and compliance needs
• Maintain strong relationships with permitting authorities to streamline reviews and resolve issues efficiently
• Develop and maintain permitting logs, jurisdictional matrices, and dashboards to keep stakeholders informed
• Build strong rapport with state DOTs, counties, municipalities, inspectors, and other regulatory bodies
• Identify recurring permitting challenges and recommend process enhancements to reduce cycle times

Skills

Permitting coordination

DOT permitting

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Georgia Power Company, based in Atlanta, GA, is seeking a Permitting Specialist to ensure timely and compliant permits for utility projects. The role coordinates state and local permitting and serves as liaison among railroad, environmental, and other jurisdictions to keep project schedules on track.

The position supervises external permitting vendors, requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, a valid Georgia driver's license, and a Bachelor’s degree preferred.