Permit Coordinator

ZipRecruiter; New York (NY); Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in digital infrastructure is seeking a Permit Coordinator to manage the permitting lifecycle for fiber deployment projects. This remote position requires coordination with engineering vendors and municipalities while ensuring timely submissions and adherence to project standards. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Site Tracker, contributing to a collaborative work environment with growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

401k Plan with Company Match

Generous PTO and 11 Holidays Annually

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Recognition Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in permitting coordination, preferably in telecom or infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Site Tracker and Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational skills and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track permit submissions prepared by vendors.
• Ensure vendor submittals meet project standards and requirements.
• Act as a liaison between vendors, municipalities, and internal teams.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Tools

Site Tracker

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Tillman FiberCo is seeking a Permit Coordinator to support the permitting lifecycle for our fiber deployment projects. In this role, you will work with third-party vendors responsible for engineering design and permit submissions to municipalities. You will ensure that all permitting activities are submitted accurately, tracked efficiently, and aligned with project timelines. This role is remote, but candidates located in Florida are strongly due to regional project demands.

Key Responsibilities:

· Coordinate, track, and monitor permit submissions prepared and submitted by engineering vendors to local and state municipalities.

· Ensure vendor submittals meet project standards and jurisdictional requirements before submission.

· Maintain permit status updates, documentation, and project timelines in Site Tracker.

· Collaborate with engineering vendors to resolve issues related to missing information, resubmittals, or rejections.

· Act as a liaison between vendors, municipalities, and internal cross-functional teams to keep permit workflows on track.

· Support the Senior Manager by providing regular reports and updates on permit progress and challenges.

· Assist in identifying process improvement opportunities to streamline the permitting workflow.

Requirements:

What we are looking for:

Qualifications:

· 2+ years of experience in permitting coordination, preferably in telecom, utilities, or infrastructure projects.

· Proficiency in Site Tracker.

· Experience coordinating with vendors responsible for engineering design and permit submissions.

· Strong organizational skills with the ability to track and manage multiple permit submissions simultaneously.

· Effective communication with the ability to collaborate with internal teams, municipalities, and external vendors.

· Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and time management skills.

· Familiarity with Florida municipality permitting processes is a plus.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams) and other project management tools.

Skills:

· Knowledge of fiber deployment processes and permitting requirements.

· Prior experience supporting permit coordination in a remote or distributed work environment.

· Understanding of utility coordination and municipal workflows.

As a growing company, we are committed to attracting and developing the absolute best talent by offering a workplace where results are recognized and rewarded. We offer a terrific opportunity for you to grow:

• Challenging, rewarding career within a growing company, backed by a global investor and owner of digital infrastructure assets.
• Competitive Salary
• East Coast based company (will work on EST time)
• Direct Hire Opportunity
• Collaborative environment, with on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities
• Competitive benefits and wellness package, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• 401k plan with company match
• Generous PTO and 11 holidays annually
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Recognition Program