Permit Project Coordinator

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company LLC's WECTEC Staffing Services is seeking a Permit Project Manager to lead the permitting of renewable energy facilities across multiple jurisdictions in Massachusetts. You will work with AHJs to obtain required permits, manage timelines and coordinate with engineering, construction, and project management teams.

You will interpret building codes, zoning and environmental requirements, prepare applications, track progress and communicate risks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in permitting in a corporate environment.
• Experience with renewable energy construction permitting.
• Strong understanding of building codes and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage permit applications for renewable energy construction across jurisdictions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with AHJs to facilitate permitting.
• Interpret and apply local building codes, zoning regulations, and environmental requirements.
• Prepare and review permit applications and 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

Regulatory compliance

Building codes knowledge

Job description

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A Wholly Owned Subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC

WECTEC Staffing Services provides customer-focused solutions with offerings ranging from high-volume and low-cost to specialized niche solutions, never compromising on delivering best-in-class customer service to both our clients and our professionals each day.

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!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services? WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

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)

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting www.wectecstaffing.com

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Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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WECTEC LLC and WECTEC Staffing Services LLC are subsidiaries of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC