Permitting Coordinator

Department: Telecom

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Cottonwood Heights, UT

Description

What are the core responsibilities for the role?

• Research and interpret municipal, state, federal, railroad, canal, and waterway regulations applicable to telecom and utility infrastructure projects 
• Prepare, submit, and track permit applications for fiber optic networks, small cell deployments, conduit systems, and related telecom infrastructure 
• Coordinate with local jurisdictions, Departments of Transportation (DOTs), utility companies, railroad agencies, and other permitting authorities to obtain approvals and maintain compliance 
• Respond to Requests for Information (RFIs), revision comments, and agency feedback in a timely and professional manner 
• Participate in planning, coordination, and pre-construction meetings as needed 
• Monitor permit status and proactively track timelines to support engineering and construction schedules 
• Identify permitting risks early and escalate issues to prevent project delays 
• Support project schedules, budgets, and deliverables by tracking permitting milestones and dependencies 
• Serve as a liaison between engineering teams, field operations, contractors, and permitting agencies to resolve compliance and scheduling issues efficiently 
• Maintain accurate, organized, and audit-ready records of all permitting activities, approvals, and correspondence 
• Manage incoming and outgoing project documentation from internal teams and external stakeholders 
• Support the preparation of complete, high-quality, and compliant permit submittals 
• Maintain strong document management practices to ensure records are accessible, current, and accurate 
• Review and interpret engineering plan sets, as-builts, and technical specifications to support permit applications 
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to verify designs meet jurisdictional requirements 
• Support telecom infrastructure design efforts, including fiber routing and conduit pathway coordination where applicable 
• Utilize design and mapping tools to review, interpret, and adjust plan sets as needed 
• Permit applications submitted accurately and efficiently with minimal revisions 
• Clear, organized documentation that supports compliance and audit readiness 
• Effective coordination between internal teams and external agencies 
• Proactive communication that prevents permitting-related construction delays 
• Reliable management of permitting schedules, milestones, and project deliverables 

• Training in telecom permitting processes and regulatory requirements 
• Exposure to broadband infrastructure deployment and fiber network design 
• Opportunities for career growth into advanced permitting, project management, engineering support, or telecom infrastructure roles

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:

• 0–3 years of experience in permitting, telecommunications, utilities, construction, engineering support, or a related field OR relevant internship/educational experience 
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, engineering and construction plan sets 
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite 
• Preferred experience coordinating with municipalities, DOTs, utility providers, railroads, or regulatory agencies 
• Preferred Exposure to broadband, fiber optic, telecom, or utility infrastructure projects 
• Familiarity with permitting systems, construction documentation, or utility coordination processes 
• Preferred Experience with design and GIS tools such as AutoCAD (Civil 3D), MicroStation, Google Earth, or Esri products 
• Preferred understanding telecom permitting workflows and construction documentation processes 
• Proactive problem-solving skills with the ability to identify challenges early and develop practical solutions 
• Strong recordkeeping and documentation discipline 
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment 
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new systems, tools, and processes 
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work that supports project success and keeps construction on schedule 
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interface professionally with engineers, clients, contractors, and public agencies 

Why would a candidate want this job?

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in-house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure