Remote Permitting Specialist – Telecom & Utilities

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Construction, Inc. seeks a Permitting Specialist to obtain municipal and agency permits for cable and fiber networks. You will build relationships with local governments, prepare permit packages, and support the permitting process from approval through construction stages.

Responsibilities include coordinating applications, ensuring compliance with codes, and advising teams on regulatory requirements. This role offers remote flexibility with 15% travel.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of permitting experience within Telecommunications, Outside Plant or Field Operations.
• Experience submitting permit packages for Telecom, Power, Gas, Construction and/or other utility projects.
• Understanding of outside plant design principles and telecommunication standards.
• Knowledge of local authority regulations; familiarity with DOT/Federal/County regulations preferred.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word and Excel; scheduling software experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains relationships with local municipalities and governing bodies to obtain permitting approvals for projects.
• Resolves permitting issues to ensure project deliverables and timelines are met.
• Gathers information and identifies permitting requirements with project teams.
• Coordinates and tracks permit applications and compliance during project phases.
• Serves as subject matter expert on local municipal and state codes.

Skills

Permitting process

Telecom industry

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Scheduling software

MS Word/Excel

Quick Base

Tools

Quick Base

Job description

Ledcor Construction, Inc. seeks a Permitting Specialist to obtain municipal and agency permits for cable and fiber networks. You will build relationships with local governments, prepare permit packages, and support the permitting process from approval through construction stages.

Responsibilities include coordinating applications, ensuring compliance with codes, and advising teams on regulatory requirements. This role offers remote flexibility with 15% travel.