Job Description

Permit Coordinator

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: United States

Reporting To: Michael Milam, Gunner Mitchell, Jerron Pittman

At Utilities One, we are driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to building the future of critical infrastructure. As a trusted turnkey solutions provider across telecom, power, water, renewable energy, and data center sectors, we deliver high-quality services that connect and empower communities. In addition to our core operations, we offer specialized consulting services that help our clients design, optimize, and execute complex infrastructure projects with confidence and precision. We believe our greatest strength is our people — a team of dedicated professionals who bring expertise, collaboration, and integrity to everything they do. Join us and become part of a growing organization where your contributions make a meaningful impact.

The Permit Coordinator will support permitting operations for telecommunications infrastructure projects across the U.S. This full-time, remote role is ideal for early-career professionals eager to build experience in utility permitting and construction coordination.

As a key member of our Engineering & Permitting team, you will assist with preparing and tracking permit applications, managing documentation, and coordinating with internal teams and local permitting agencies to help ensure timely project approvals.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in assembling and submitting permit packages for local, state, and utility authorities;
Organize and maintain permit records, tracking submittals, approvals, expiration dates, and jurisdictional contacts;
Monitor permit statuses using Smartsheet, Excel, and other permit tracking tools;•Gather required documentation such as maps, forms, engineering prints, and photos to support accurate permit submissions;
Communicate with permitting agencies and pole owners to confirm receipt and status of applications and resolve missing information;
Collaborate internally with Permit Specialists, OSP Engineers, and Project Managers to align permitting timelines with project goals;
Provide regular updates to project teams regarding permit progress and potential delays;
Assist with follow-ups and resubmissions as needed to maintain project momentum.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Minimum 1 year of experience in permitting, utility coordination, document control, or telecom/construction support roles;
Familiarity with local government permitting processes or construction permitting workflows is preferred;
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Smartsheet, or similar project tracking and communication tools;
Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail;
Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently;
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

Health Insurance plans; (health, dental, vision);
Whole Life Insurance;
401k Plan;
PTO/Paid Holidays;
Great Work Environment;
Career Advancement Opportunities.

About Utilities One Group

Utilities One was founded in 2016, evolving from our sister company, MoldCable, which focused on cable installation and repair. With a vision to drive impactful change in an ever-evolving tech landscape, Utilities One emerged as a leader in infrastructure solutions.

Today, Utilities One delivers comprehensive services across Telecommunications, Power Utilities, Renewable Energy, Water Utilities, Wireless Carriers and Technology Deployment.

As a nationwide Telecom Service Provider, Utilities One supports Wireline ILEC & CLEC providers and Wireless Carriers, offering turnkey Engineering, Design, and Construction services for Wireline Projects, such as FTTx, FTTH, FTTP, FTTC, FTTN, along with maintenance services.

Understanding the pivotal role of Wireless networks, we deliver end-to-end solutions for site builds, modifications, antenna installations, and Small Cell/DAS deployments, with expertise in Site Acquisition, Project Management, and Maintenance.

We partner with major Electric providers to build Overhead and Underground Distribution and Transmission lines and lead Grid Modernization with Smart Grid solutions, Emergency Storm Restoration, and Maintenance services.

Utilities One Water delivers sustainable, resilient water utility solutions for communities and businesses, from infrastructure and maintenance to storm response and system upgrades, ensuring safe, reliable water access today and for the future.

In Gas Utilities, our Construction and Engineering services span Distribution and Pipeline projects, aligning with leading Gas Utilities nationwide.

Committed to sustainability, Utilities One offers full Design/Build EPC services for Solar Systems, Wind Farms, and EV networks. Founded to reshape the industry, Utilities One is driven by a mission to create positive, lasting impacts that benefit communities and drive progress.

Industry

Energy & Utilities

Company Size

201-500 employees

Headquarters

Voorhees, New Jersey

Year Founded

2016

Website

utilitiesone.com

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