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Permit Coordinator

Permit Coordinator

Insight GlobalBirmingham, AL, United States
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Start Date : December 1

Interview Format : 30-minute video interview via Microsoft Teams

Interview Slots :

  • Nov 19 : 9–10 : 30 AM, 1 PM, 2 : 30 PM EST
  • Nov 20 : 9–10 : 30 AM, 11 AM, 2 : 30 PM, 3 : 30–4 : 30 PM EST
  • Nov 21 : 9–10 : 30 AM, 2 PM, 3–4 PM EST

About the Role

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Permit Coordinator to join a large telecommunications company’s fiber infrastructure team in Alabama. This role is all about keeping projects moving by managing permits for fiber construction across multiple jurisdictions. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love staying organized, this could be a great fit.

What You’ll Do

  • Review design drawings to ensure they’re permit-ready at key construction milestones
  • Prepare and submit permit applications to city, county, and state agencies
  • Track permit statuses and maintain a live permit dashboard
  • Collaborate with engineering and construction teams to resolve permit issues
  • Communicate with permitting authorities to follow up on submissions and approvals
  • Generate weekly progress reports and permit summaries
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations and company standards

    • Must-Have Skills

  • 5+ years in telecom or utility fiber permitting (experience with IFP workflows is a big plus)
  • Strong AutoCAD skills; IQGeo experience preferred
  • Familiarity with Alabama permitting processes (municipal, county, DOT)
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple permits across different jurisdictions
  • Experience with permit tracking tools (e.g., Smartsheet, SharePoint)
  • Knowledge of reporting tools like Power BI

    • Nice-to-Haves

  • Prior experience with IFP permitting
  • IQGeo design knowledge
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