Permitting Specialist: Drive Compliance & Approvals

Ervin Cable Construction LLC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO & holidays

401(k) with company match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education reimbursement

Legal insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ervin Cable Construction LLC in Kansas City, MO seeks a Permitting Specialist to oversee permit applications, liaise with agencies, and ensure compliance with permitting requirements.

You will prepare, review, and submit permit documents, collaborate with engineering and construction teams, and maintain relationships with permitting authorities to accelerate approvals.

The role focuses on accuracy, regulatory awareness, and proactive communication to support project timelines and audits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of relevant work experience or related training.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• High School Diploma, GED, or up to two years of basic understanding of permitting processes.
• Associate’s or Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal permitting requirements.
• Prepare, review, and submit permit applications to regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including engineering and construction, to gather necessary permitting documentation.
• Maintain relationships with permitting agencies to facilitate smooth approvals.
• Provide guidance to project teams on regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Track multiple permits and proactively address potential delays.
• Research and analyze permitting trends and regulatory changes affecting the industry.
• Assist in responding to permit-related inquiries from government agencies or stakeholders.
• Support audits and internal compliance checks related to permits.
• Identify process improvements for faster and more efficient permitting workflows.

Skills

Permitting knowledge

Regulatory compliance awareness

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Ervin Cable Construction LLC in Kansas City, MO seeks a Permitting Specialist to oversee permit applications, liaise with agencies, and ensure compliance with permitting requirements.

You will prepare, review, and submit permit documents, collaborate with engineering and construction teams, and maintain relationships with permitting authorities to accelerate approvals.

The role focuses on accuracy, regulatory awareness, and proactive communication to support project timelines and audits.