Permit Project Coordinator

WECTEC LLC; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacations

Job summary

WECTEC Staffing Services, a Westinghouse affiliate, seeks a Permit Project Manager to lead the permitting process for renewable energy facilities across multiple jurisdictions. You will work with AHJs to obtain permits and align timelines with the overall project schedule.

The role requires 5+ years in permitting or regulatory compliance, experience on renewable energy or major infrastructure projects, and a solid understanding of building codes and permitting processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a corporate environment in permitting, regulatory compliance, or related field.
• Experience with construction projects related to renewable energy, electrical utility, or major infrastructure permitting.
• Strong understanding of building codes and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage permit applications for renewable energy construction projects across multiple jurisdictions
• Develop and maintain relationships with local AHJs to facilitate the permitting process
• Interpret and apply local building codes, zoning regulations, and environmental requirements
• Prepare and review permit applications and supporting documentation
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, construction, development and project management teams
• Track and report permit status and ensure timely submission of all required documentation
• Coordinate permit activity timelines in alignment with the overall project schedule
• Identify and assess permit risks, develop mitigation strategies and report to project team
• Maintain accurate records of permit applications, approvals, and related communications
• Attend pre-application meetings with regulatory agencies when necessary
• Keep project teams informed of permitting timelines and requirements

Skills

Permitting experience

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role: The Permit Project Manager is responsible for managing and facilitating the permitting process. This process is to build renewable energy facilities. The manager works directly with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to obtain all permits required. These permits are necessary to build and operate the facility. Renewable energy facilities include solar, wind, battery energy storage, and associated transmission and substation infrastructure. They will also have proven abilities to facilitate project progress, identify and apply lessons learned, foresee and manage project risk. Furthermore, they will create tools and standardize work practices to maximize the efficiency and success of current and future projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage permit applications for renewable energy construction projects across multiple jurisdictions
• Develop and maintain relationships with local AHJs to facilitate the permitting process
• Interpret and apply local building codes, zoning regulations, and environmental requirements
• Prepare and review permit applications and supporting documentation
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, construction, development and project management teams
• Track and report permit status and ensure timely submission of all required documentation
• Coordinate permit activity timelines in alignment with the overall project schedule
• Identify and assess permit risks, develop mitigation strategies and report to project team
• Maintain accurate records of permit applications, approvals, and related communications
• Attend pre-application meetings with regulatory agencies when necessary
• Keep project teams informed of permitting timelines and requirements

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a corporate environment in permitting, regulatory compliance, or related field
• Experience with construction projects related to renewable energy, electrical utility, or major infrastructure permitting
• Strong understanding of building codes and permitting processes

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be ($40.00/hr-$45.00/hr)

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities