Permits Planner - Oahu

Hawaiian Electric Company; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawaiian Electric Company is seeking a Permits Planner for Oahu. Based in Honolulu, HI, the role focuses on obtaining governmental permits and approvals for transmission, distribution, and generation capital projects, while fostering relationships with agencies.

The position oversees incoming permit requests and reviews proposed permitting/policy changes by government bodies, ensuring compliance and timely processing.

Responsibilities

• Provides advice/guidance
• Manages all incoming requests and proposed permitting/policy changes by government agencies.

Job description

Permits Planner - Oahu

Date:Oct 9, 2026

Location: Honolulu, Hawaii (HI), US, 96813

Company: hawaiianel

We recognize our competitive advantage -- our people. We believe in our people, who share our vision of meeting the needs of our employees, customers, and communities and who carry out the continued success of the company.

Our employees are committed to the company's foundational values: integrity, excellence, teamwork, environmental stewardship, and community commitment. In turn, we invest in our employees, providing opportunities for challenge and advancement and offering a competitive compensation package.

Applications will be screened based on the information provided; in order to assist us in determining qualifications, please upload a current resume and take some time to update your employment information, certifications, etc. The information will flow over to your profile.

Posting End Date: This position will remain open until filled. Early applications are highly encouraged.

BRIEF POSTING DESCRIPTION:

The P TA TRANSMISSION & DISTRIBUTION ENGINEERING ADMIN Department of the H ENGINEERING Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Management vacancy available. (Role: Professional)

JOB FUNCTION:

Serves as the Company’s expert on land use permits and approvals. Obtains governmental permits and approvals for T&D and generation capital projects on a timely basis by ensuring all application requirements are met and by fostering and maintaining positive relationships with governmental agencies. Manages all incoming requests and proposed permitting/policy changes by government agencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides advice/guidance