What are the responsibilities and job description for the Permitting Specialist I, II, or Sr position at White Construction?
Responsible for identifying, planning, and preparing permitting packages for project(s) to be completed ahead of schedule, within budget and in compliance with Mastec Renewables safety and procedural policies.
Location and Travel: If hired into the Permitting Specialist 1: This position would be required to be based in one of our office locations: Fargo, ND; Clinton, IN; Indianapolis, IN. If hired into the Permitting Specialist II or Sr Permitting Specialist: This is a remote position, which can be based anywhere in the U.S. This position supports our business across the United States. This position does require 25% travel throughout the United States.
Company Overview:
MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors and White Construction, combines over 20 years of renewable energy construction experience.
We embrace diverse perspectives not only with our employees but across all levels of our business—from suppliers, to community partners, to our clients. We’ve built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and ways of working into our organization. We collaborate across departments to foster innovation and encourage everyone—from interns to executives—to voice their ideas and leave an impact. We aim to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to be innovative leaders in our industry.
MasTec Renewables group is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec’s Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $4 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building products manufacturers, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants; solar, wind, and thermal energy plants; buildings, and infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Identify and review construction permits required for projects
- Coordinate the submittals of permit documents
- Review permitting documents and prepare a check list to ensure all work items are accounted for
- Attend Estimating, Preconstruction and Project Team meetings
- Review basic construction designs for completeness and compliance with permit application documents
- Prepare and review documents, submittals, check request and application packages
- Coordinate and establish delivery dates for permits/applications in accordance with the schedule
- Interface with project teams to maintain an open line of communication and reporting, monitor job progress and schedules
- Update permit tracking reports
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
Permitting Specialist 1:
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field preferred
- Minimum of one year of knowledge related to permitting, estimating, commercial real estate and/or construction required
- Salary: $58k-$75k based on experience
- Location: This position would be required to be based in one of our office locations: Fargo, ND; Clinton, IN; Indianapolis, IN.
Permitting Specialist 2:
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field preferred
- Three years of relevant experience
- Experience with permitting, estimating, engineering packages, commercial real estate and/or construction required
- Salary: $65k-$85k based on experience
- Location: This position is open to remote with 25% travel throughout the US.
Sr Permitting Specialist:
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field
- Five years of relevant experience
- Experience with permitting, estimating, engineering packages, commercial real estate and/or construction required
- Salary: $86k-$115k based on experience
- Location: This position is open to remote with 25% travel throughout the US.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- Take reasonable care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward Zero Injury principles
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)
- Familiarity working within SharePoint and/or Procore
- Strong organizational skills, initiative, and meticulous attention to details
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
- Read, analyze and interpret design plans, technical procedures, contracts or governmental regulations
- Ability to follow instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including ability to work well within a team
- Ability to handle confidential information and communications in a secure and professional manner
- Ability to deal with multiple assignments, to prioritize, and to progress assignments without constant oversight
What's in it for you:
Financial Wellbeing
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
- Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
Employee Assistance Program
- Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program
- Group legal plan
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
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Salary : $58,000 - $75,000
