Senior Permitting Manager, Fiber Infrastructure

Kids for the Future; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lightpath is seeking a Manager, Permit Coordination to lead end-to-end permitting for fiber network construction in the Arizona market. You’ll collaborate with Engineering Vendors, project teams, and municipalities to secure timely permits and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will develop permitting strategies, track deadlines, maintain records, and report status to stakeholders, aiming to minimize delays and keep projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• College degree and/or equivalent 5+ years experience in similar field.
• Strong understanding of ROW permitting processes for underground utility and fiber optic construction.
• Experience working with municipal, county, state, and transportation agencies.
• Must be detail oriented with the ability to multitask in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage all permit applications, approvals, and closeout activities for construction projects.
• Develop and execute permitting strategies to support construction schedules and project milestones.
• Coordinate permit submissions with local municipalities, counties, state agencies, transportation departments, and utility authorities.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations governing underground utility construction.
• Track permit statuses, approval timelines, and permit conditions to ensure projects remain on schedule.
• Review permit requirements and identify potential risks, restrictions, or conflicts that may impact construction activities.
• Maintain accurate permitting records, documentation, and reporting systems.
• Participate in project kickoff meetings and provide permitting status updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop permit acquisition schedules aligned with overall project timelines.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for permit-related issues
• Attend agency meetings, public hearings, and project coordination meetings as required
• Develop and maintain permitting dashboards, tracking tools, and status reports.
• Monitor permit cycle times and identify opportunities to improve permitting efficiency.
• Create and implement standardized permitting processes and best practices across multiple jurisdictions.
• Support forecasting of permitting risks and provide mitigation plans to project leadership
• Other duties as required

Skills

ROW Permitting

Municipal coordination

Project management

Microsoft Office

Negotiation

Education

College degree

Tools

GIS platforms

AutoCAD

OSP design documents

Job description

Lightpath is seeking a Manager, Permit Coordination to lead end-to-end permitting for fiber network construction in the Arizona market. You’ll collaborate with Engineering Vendors, project teams, and municipalities to secure timely permits and ensure regulatory compliance.

You will develop permitting strategies, track deadlines, maintain records, and report status to stakeholders, aiming to minimize delays and keep projects on schedule.