Permit Project Coordinator- Renewables

Westinghouse Electric Company; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 64,747 - 71,635; Full time

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company in the United States is seeking a Permit Project Coordinator for renewables on a 1-year contract (W‑2). You will guide the permitting process for solar, wind, storage, and related transmission projects, working directly with AHJs to obtain required approvals in Florida.

Primary duties include coordinating applications, interpreting building codes, collaborating with engineering and project teams, tracking statuses, and ensuring timely submissions across multiple

Qualifications

• 5+ years of permitting/regulatory experience in a corporate setting.
• Experience with renewable energy construction permitting and related regulatory processes.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong understanding of building codes and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage permit applications across jurisdictions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local AHJs.
• Interpret and apply building codes, zoning, and environmental requirements.
• Prepare and review permit applications and documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, development, and project management teams.
• Track permit status and ensure timely documentation.
• Coordinate permit timelines with the overall project schedule.
• Identify permit risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain records of permit applications, approvals, and communications.
• Attend pre-application meetings with regulatory agencies.
• Keep project teams informed of permitting timelines and requirements.

Skills

Permit coordination

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Building codes

Job description

We are searching for a Permit Project Coordinator – Renewables on behalf of our client. This is a 1‑year contract assignment (W‑2). You will manage and facilitate the permitting process to build renewable energy facilities, working directly with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to obtain all permits required to build and operate the facility. Renewable energy facilities include solar, wind, battery energy storage, and associated transmission and substation infrastructure.

Location: Juno Beach, FL 33408

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 the 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 a related field.
• Experience with construction projects related to renewable energy, electrical utility, or major infrastructure permitting.
• Must have experience in a team environment.
• Must have an understanding of building codes and permitting processes.

Primary work in office environment with standard business hours, Monday through Friday.

May require occasional travel to project sites and regulatory offices.

We estimate a base salary range for this position, dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, of $47.00/hr to $52.00/hr.