OSP Permit Coordinator - Telecommunications

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited; Washington; On-site; USD 44,083 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage including medical, dental, and vision

401(k) matching program

Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

Life insurance coverage

Competitive paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Job summary

A telecommunications solutions provider is seeking an OSP Permit Coordinator to manage the permitting processes for construction projects. This role involves coordinating with agencies, tracking permit approvals, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have 2–3 years of experience in OSP permitting, strong communication skills, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Competitive hourly pay is offered along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in OSP Engineering or Construction permitting.
• Successful completion of background check and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Establish relationships with permitting authorities.
• Prepare permit applications for submission.
• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams.
• Track status of permits and provide updates.
• Ensure timely submission and retrieval of permits.

Skills

OSP Engineering experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Verbal and written communication skills

Time management

Organizational abilities

Interpretation of OSP plans

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Overview

Ready to keep critical infrastructure projects on track with precise permitting?

Join a telecommunications and infrastructure solutions provider recognised for delivering network construction, utility, and engineering services across industries. With a reputation for operational excellence and trusted partnerships, the organisation continues to support large-scale projects that connect communities.

The team is hiring an OSP Permit Coordinator to manage permitting processes for outside plant (OSP) construction projects. The role will focus on coordinating with municipalities and agencies, tracking approvals, and ensuring compliance to keep projects moving on schedule.

Drive progress where planning meets execution. Apply now!

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with local and regional permitting authorities.
• Review engineering drawings and prepare accurate permit applications for submission.
• Work closely with engineering and construction teams to address and resolve permitting challenges.
• Track the status of permits and provide regular updates to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ensure timely submission, tracking, and retrieval of permits to align with project schedules.
• Contribute to departmental objectives and overall company goals while working independently.

Skills / Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in OSP Engineering or Construction permitting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with the ability to adapt to proprietary and cloud-based platforms (e.g., Salesforce).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Capable of handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting while meeting tight deadlines.
• Ability to interpret OSP plans and technical specifications.
• Successful completion of background check and drug screening required.

Benefits

• Health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) matching program to support your retirement savings
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for eligible expenses
• Life insurance and long-term disability benefits fully covered by the company
• Optional additional protection plans such as accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) that increases with your tenure
• Paid holidays provided in addition to PTO, giving you extra time to relax and recharge

Salary

• $32 - $35 per hour DOE