Senior Permitting Manager – Utility Projects

Wideopenwest Networks, LLC; Hillandale (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WideOpenWest Networks, LLC is seeking a Manager of Permitting to own the permitting activities for construction projects, coordinating with DOT, railroads, and other agencies to keep schedules on track.

You will lead relationships with local and national power companies, manage permit submittals, and guide a cross-functional team across multiple markets to ensure timely approvals and alignment with project timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of permitting experience and leadership experience.
• Experience in permitting for utility construction in rights-of-way and public/private easements.

Responsibilities

• Manages relationships with local & national power companies to drive permit approvals.
• Review and analyze make-ready costs and determine if moving the network underground will speed up construction activities.
• Anticipates and schedules permits to avoid project roadblocks.
• Researches and gathers data to support the market expansion team in scheduling requirements.
• Negotiates project design and mitigation measures with regulators to ensure project success.
• Manage contractors, vendors, and consultants to maintain project timeline and budget.
• Coordinates with permitting agencies to organize applications and resolve issues preventing delays.
• Supports leadership on Network Expansion projects where assigned.
• Manages permitting coordinators across multiple markets.
• Develops plans including timeline, tasks, and schedule for permits from inception through the issuance.
• Ensure permit submittal packages are in accordance with jurisdictional requirements.

Skills

Permitting leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional teamwork

Strong communication

Independence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Management or related field

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft 365

Database software

Job description

WideOpenWest Networks, LLC is seeking a Manager of Permitting to own the permitting activities for construction projects, coordinating with DOT, railroads, and other agencies to keep schedules on track.

You will lead relationships with local and national power companies, manage permit submittals, and guide a cross-functional team across multiple markets to ensure timely approvals and alignment with project timelines.