Aerial and UG Permitting Specialist

Tilson is on a mission to build America's information infrastructure and we are seeking individuals from across the country to join us. Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. for 14 years in a row, Tilson is a high growth team of driven professionals with a national practice. We build high-performing teams who take on the largest and most impactful projects for our clients. 

Position Details

We are seeking an Aerial and UG Permit Specialist I to join our team. This is an entry level position. Responsibilities include but are not limited to obtaining, tracking, and closing out permit and licensing packages for our OSP projects.
Responsibilities:

• Responsible for acquiring up to date permitting information from local jurisdictions and pulling necessary information to complete permit packages for OSP - aerial, underground and special permits for RR and bridge crossings, flood, etc.

• Acquire permit fee amounts, complete permit application, and submit check request

• Meet with the local jurisdictions, understanding and tracking all permitting requirements including design specifications, permit lead times, points of contact, and special requirements. Also responsible for understanding and tracking the requirements for construction inspection and permit close out.

• Work with the engineering team to ensure compliance with permit drawing requirements of the jurisdiction.

• Work with the project team to understand priorities and communicate with customers on permit package deliverables

• Researching and analyzing county assessor records, survey maps, tract/parcel maps, appraisals, right of way maps, plats, and construction maps

• Submission and management of pole and conduit applications to obtain appropriate licenses

• Complete applications and review of documents for accuracy

• Compile costs associated with Make Ready

• Track permit/licensing costs and payments

• Courteous and direct communication with utility companies via phone and e-mail

• Research and fully understand various aerial and conduit licensing procedures, tools, and software to obtain speedy license approvals

• Submission of check requests to AP department for outstanding application payments and seek resolution of any check discrepancies

• Reconcile outstanding invoices and payments for the client

• Navigate and update various spreadsheets and client portals

• Create and provide weekly reports on projects and applications statuses

• Work with Manager to ensure expectations are met for timelines and costs

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Experience with ROW UG permitting is highly preferred

• Experience with joint use/joint owned and/or structure access as it relates to pole and conduit access rights, or for a telecommunications utility in the pole or conduit access department, is highly preferred

• Basic understanding of NESC requirements as a relation to telecommunication industry

• Basic understanding reading construction drawings required.

• Experience establishing and maintaining good working relationship with jurisdictions and utilities

• Experience in telecommunications is preferred

• Strong computer skills: experience in Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat as well as have an aptitude to learn and navigate multiple operating systems

• Strong organizational skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Commitment to professionalism and excellence

• Experience with time management, and ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively or independently

• Comfort with Google Earth and ability to learn other mapping applications

• Experience with O-Calc and GIS programs preferred, but not required

Tilson offers a comprehensive benefits package with a focus on choice, health, wellness, and financial security.  Benefits include a selection of medical plans, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) with company contribution, HSA with generous employer contributions, industry-leading parental and military leave, and more. Tilson's time off package includes 10 holidays, 10 vacation days, 5 sick days, 5 inclement weather days for new employees, and additional time off based on tenure. 

Tilson leads with integrity around pay transparency; as part of the compensation plan for this position you can expect a pay range of:

$50,000.00 - $70,000.00

We accomplish our mission with a team of experts working collaboratively on meaningful, impactful projects for our clients. Our team environment fosters intellectual curiosity, motivates employees, and cultivates talented people who work with purpose, mastery and autonomy. We strive to listen to our clients, partner with them as a team, and accept their goals as our own. 
Tilson believes in Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Professionalism, Respect, and Composure.  To learn more about Tilson, the benefits we offer and our values, we invite you visit our website or visit our LinkedIn, Glassdoor, or Facebook pages for an inside glimpse at our culture.
Tilson is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer.