[Hiring] Lead Technician, Permitting @ADB Companies, LLC

Role Description

ADB is seeking a Lead Technician, Permitting to provide expert level permitting functions within the OSP Engineering team. This position will work closely with other permitting technicians, engineering team members, and construction teams to ensure quality and timely permits are provided for various utility construction installs nationwide. The ideal candidate will be safety focused, customer and quality centric, with a strong work ethic and ALL IN attitude.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide expert level permitting functions within the OSP Engineering team to ensure engineering designs are approved by local municipalities for various utility construction projects.
• Expert level knowledge of easement, right of way, and property lines.
• Identify jurisdiction boundaries, including city, county, DOT, railroad, and pole owners.
• Gather information on jurisdictional guidelines and permit submittal process.
• Track all electronic data of submittals and project timelines.
• Read and interpret construction prints and designs.
• Compile and deliver complete, ready to work, permit packages to internal and external customers.
• Collaborate with construction leaders on forecasting and cost to completes for permitting portion of projects.
• Support management on bidding and estimating functions of Permitting projects.
• Assist management on various functions, including customer update calls, permit package reviews, permit challenges in various markets, team member leadership, etc.
• Provide training and support to Level I and Level II Permit techs on various position duties.
• Update and review Engineering tracker on project status; distribute workload to Permit team.
• Manage and problem solve specialized permits including Army Corp of Engineers, railroad crossings, plan and profile, and various jurisdictional requirements.
• Collaborate closely with local municipalities and customers.
• Manage and track all permits throughout the course of a construction build.
• Walk design routes with local municipalities on placement including hand hole sets, fiber installs and locations.
• Basic understanding of Aerial make ready, PLA’s, and local power guidelines for aerial joint use attachment designs.
• Perform other duties as requested by leadership.

Success Factors

• 15% Travel Ability Nationwide.
• A strong belief in ZERO - Being Safe 100% of the time is the expectation.
• Alignment with company mission, vision, and values.
• Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members.
• A high level of customer centricity.
• A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional Critical Thinking skills.
• Detail Oriented - a high level of attention to detail is required.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals.
• Ability to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).
• Expert level knowledge of GIS/CAD software tools.

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional office environment.
• Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions including climbing hills, sitting, standing, bending, walking, and driving.
• Company required personal protective equipment always required, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats.

Experience and Education

• 5+ years of telecommunication permitting experience required.
• Previous telecommunications engineering experience within CAD, GIS, Construction, or Design preferred.
• Ability to drive a company provided vehicle; valid driver license with clean driving record required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Compensation

The starting pay for this position is $28.00/hr. and may vary based on the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ADB Companies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All candidates agree to complete a selection assessment and pre-employment drug screen.