Permitting Specialist (Chandler, AZ)

We are recruiting for experienced Network Permitting Specialist for a long term project in the AZ, PA, TX, or IL markets. Candidates should have experience working with local utility companies, and obtaining permits for tower & wireless telecom projects.

The Permitting Specialist is responsible for obtaining all required entitlement approvals to have external customers on air on time and within budget. The Specialist must provide timely system updates and communicate effectively proposing jurisdictional permitting and zoning solutions to customers, both internal and external.

Top Skills Needed:
• Front side permitting exp required; experience with the beginning phases of permitting (submitting applications vs. closing a permit)
• Knowledge of Zoning and Permitting processes; Telecommunications and tower experience a plus
• Working knowledge of 6409 and Eligible facility request (EFR) timelines
• Collaboration
• Strong communication
• Ability to handle competing priorities
• Detail oriented

Position Summary
Responsible for the preparation and submittal of various entitlement applications, permits and agreements to allow installation of communications facilities on Crown Castle poles, towers, fiber and other infrastructure. Requires knowledge of municipal processes, codes and ordinances, as well as frequent interface with local governments and jurisdictions.

Essential Job Functions
• Prepare and submit zoning and permitting applications. Monitor progress of municipal applications and facilitate jurisdictional request for additional information.
• Work with design team to facilitate permit drawings and construction documents related to towers, utilities, and ground equipment. Evaluate jurisdictional redlines for requirements versus preferences; negotiate with jurisdiction to remove preferences. Communicate and collaborate with A&E team to incorporate jurisdictional requirements into CDs and other A&E deliverables.
• Provide timely system updates and communicate effectively with production team and all customers, both internal and external. Manage zoning and permitting tasks in accordance with specified processes and metrics. Manage document uploads defined by process.
• Serve as entitlement lead during weekly customer meetings, as needed. Ability to comprehend and serve as a subject matter expert on matters related to state & local telecommunication municipal codes. Understand and be able to articulate details of Federal Wireless Facilities Deployment legislation including Sec. 6409(a) Wireless Facilities Deployment and related Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Orders. Prepare 30-day and 60-day shot clock letters and provide them to jurisdictions as necessary.
• Obtain and communicate zoning and permitting conditions of approval to internal teams.
• Manage outside SAQ vendors, as needed and communicate activities with team members and other departments.
• Manage payment of applicable permitting fees via credit card or checks and ensure all costs are properly allocated for reimbursement visibility.
• Participate in customer program management pre-project planning meetings.
• Identify zoning and permitting requirements for each project.
• Develop and maintain relationships with municipalities, including, but not limited to Code Enforcement Staff, Building Inspectors, Members of City Councils, Planning & Zoning Staffs, Commissions and various neighborhood groups. Represent Crown Castle at municipal meetings to obtain all required zoning approvals.
• Serve as liaison between jurisdiction and Legal team to resolve complex permitting and or zoning issues.
• Provide research and advice to internal clients regarding zoning and permitting, requirements for jurisdictional approval. Identify and evaluate potential risk on a per project basis and present solutions.

TekCom Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits:
Employees (and their families) have a choice of plans to purchase and enroll, including medical/vision, minimum essential coverage and/or dental. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan after meeting the enrollment criteria.

What We Do
TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in providing telecommunications and network infrastructure contractors, employees and project services to businesses.
Our specialization includes telecom network & infrastructure staffing deployments including planning, analysis, design, implementation, operations and maintenance.

Technologies we support:
Wireless : 4G, 5G, LTE, iDAS/oDAS, Small Cell, VoLTE, IOT, Microwave, NOC, BTS (Base stations)
Wireline : Broadband, Fiber, Outside Plant (OSP), CATV, switching (MSC, CO), transport and provisioning

About us
Formed by industry veterans in 2005, TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in telecommunications and network infrastructure contracting and recruiting.
TekCom Resources, Inc. has extensive experience supporting clients in building successful teams for high-profile projects with tight timelines and budgets. Our vast network of industry contacts allows us to find the best talent. Along with our recruiting experience, our staff takes a hands-on approach in assisting hiring managers to achieve their goals and objectives.

Mission
As technical staffing experts, we are passionate and driven to provide top-notch talent to help our clients achieve their goals. We are also committed to assisting job seekers in finding the job and career path they have always wanted.

Diversity
TekCom Resources, Inc. is a WBENC Certified Women’s Business Enterprise.