Regional Permitting Manager (Central Region)

SOLV Energy, Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 114,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation, sick and holiday pay

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking a Regional Permitting Manager – Central to lead permitting for utility-scale solar, BESS and HV projects across the Central region.

The role manages the permit lifecycle from preconstruction due diligence to closeout and serves as the primary contact with AHJs, consultants, and internal teams. Initially remote, then full-time in-office in Denver, CO or Dallas, TX, with extensive travel.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of permitting, land use, or project development in utility-scale solar or EPC construction.
• Hands-on experience managing permitting for large-scale solar, BESS, or HV projects from application through closeout.
• Deep knowledge of AHJ requirements and regulatory frameworks in the region.

Responsibilities

• Manage full permitting lifecycle for projects in the region from strategy to closeout.
• Prepare and coordinate permit applications (building, electrical, grading, SWPPP, CUP, fire, etc.).
• Maintain permitting records, logs, and status reports for active projects.
• Track permitting timelines and communicate with Project Managers and internal teams.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies; escalate complex issues as needed.
• Coordinate with SOLV Engineering to ensure design meets AHJ requirements before submittal.
• Oversee plan check responses, correction letters, and resubmittals.
• Ensure permits are obtained expediently while remaining compliant.

Skills

Permitting experience

AHJ knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Reading construction drawings

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Env Studies/Construction Mgmt/Urban Planning

Job description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary:

The Regional Permitting Manager – Central is a hands‑on and regional lead responsible for managing all permitting activities for SOLV Energy’s utility scale solar, BESS, high voltage, and O&M projects within the Central region. This role owns the day‑to‑day execution of the permitting process across assigned projects — from preconstruction due diligence through permit closeout — and serves as the primary point of contact with AHJs, consultants, and internal project teams within the region. Complex or politically sensitive issues are escalated to the Director of Permitting, who manages senior government and client relationships at the program level.

This role will be remote to start, then based full‑time in office in Denver, CO or Dallas, TX. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process.

Job Description:

This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Position Responsibilities and Duties:

Permitting Execution

• Manage the full permitting lifecycle for assigned projects within the region, from permit strategy development through final permit closeout
• Prepare, review, and coordinate the submittal of all permit applications (building, electrical, grading, SWPPP, CUP, fire, and others as applicable)
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date permitting records, logs, and status reports for all active projects
• Track and communicate permitting timelines to Project Managers, Schedulers, and other internal stakeholders
• Identify permitting risks and issues early; develop mitigation strategies and communicate proactively to internal teams and the Director of Permitting
• Coordinate with SOLV Engineering to ensure design packages meet AHJ requirements prior to submittal
• Oversee coordination of plan check responses, correction letters, and resubmittals
• Ensure all permits are obtained in the most expedient manner possible without compromising compliance

AHJ & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact with AHJs (federal, state, and local) for projects within the region
• Develop and maintain working relationships with building departments, fire marshals, environmental agencies, and other regulatory bodies across the region
• Attend pre‑application meetings, plan check appointments, and permit hearings as needed
• Represent SOLV Energy and the project owner at public meetings and hearings at the project level
• Escalate complex regulatory disputes, high‑stakes negotiations, or politically sensitive issues to the Director of Permitting
• Note: This region spans SOLV Energy’s Midwest, South Central, and Southeast EPC operating regions (ND, SD, NE, KS, MN, IA, MO, WI, IL, MI, IN, OH, OK, TX, AR, LA, MS, AL, GA, FL). Familiarity with ERCOT/PUCT, Texas county permitting, Southeast utility commission processes, and Midwest rural AHJ environments is strongly preferred.

Preconstruction & Business Development Support

• Conduct permit feasibility assessments and preliminary due diligence for projects in the pursuit or early development phase within the region
• Provide permitting timeline and cost input to Estimating and Preconstruction teams for proposals and budgets
• Participate in project kickoff meetings and handoffs from Business Development to Preconstruction

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Communicate permitting requirements and timelines to SOLV Engineering, Scheduling, Estimating, and Field teams
• Coordinate with SOLV field teams to ensure inspections are scheduled and passed in a timely manner
• Maintain compliance with contractual permitting obligations on all assigned projects
• Stay current on changes to relevant codes, regulations, and AHJ requirements within the region

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in permitting, land use, or project development in the utility-scale solar or EPC construction industry
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience managing the permitting process for large-scale solar, BESS, or HV projects from application through closeout
• Deep knowledge of AHJ requirements and regulatory frameworks within the assigned region
• Experience working with federal agencies (BLM, Army Corps, USFWS), state environmental agencies, and county/local building departments
• Ability to read and interpret civil, electrical, and structural construction drawings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to build credible working relationships with AHJs and project teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Studies, Construction Management, Urban Planning, or related field preferred
• Ability to travel extensively within the region (50%+) with occasional national travel as needed

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$114,173 - $139,862

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Job Number: J13737