Construction Permitting Specialist

Construction Permitting Specialist

Location: Englewood, CO

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details:

• Position Type: Contract
• Start: As Soon As Possible
• Duration: 12 Months
• Pay range: $44 - 47/hr

Job Summary: A construction permitting specialist is needed to assist with securing Right-of-Way, Access, Right-of-Entry, and Encroachment Permits associated with overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines. This position will work with various jurisdictions including, but not limited to, Colorado Department of Transportation, Union Pacific, BNSF, Local Railroads, RTD, as well as County and City Road & Bridge and Public Works departments.

Key Responsibilities:

Research and Analysis:

• Complete desktop reviews of project plans and research federal, state, and local construction permit requirements. Typical permits required may include CDOT utility installation permits, Temporary Construction Entrance permits, railroad encroachment permits.
• Coordinate with other departments to gather construction details from civil, foundation, line, and restoration stakeholders.

Documentation and Permitting:

• Prepare and draft construction permit packages for review by the construction permitting lead.
• Submit permit packages to jurisdictions and track their status through to approval.
• Assist in coordinating jurisdictional approvals for access, road crossings, and right-of-way occupancy.

Data and Field Support:

• Update and maintain the project's ArcGIS Online (AGO) site with permit requirements, status updates, and other critical spatial data.
• Attend field reviews and site visits to gather data, assess constructability, and support the project.
• Support the change management process by tracking and documenting modifications to construction plans.

Coordination:

• Work with the Project Manager to facilitate meetings and communications with project stakeholders.
• Assist in the closeout process for permits and agreements upon completion of construction.

Required Skills:

• Ability to work with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders, including construction and engineering representatives, and governmental agencies on a daily basis
• High level of attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Word
• ArcGIS Online (AGO) proficiency
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local construction permit requirements
• Ability to conduct desktop reviews of project plans
• Coordination and communication skills with Project Managers and project stakeholders

Benefit: Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans 401k Retirement Fund

About the Company: Infrastructure Engineering Firm We design and build essential infrastructure for cities. Our commitment to safety and quality has driven our success since 1898. Join our team and contribute to building a thriving society.

About GTT GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, financial services, and technology companies, along with some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies across the US and Canada. We look forward to helping you land your next great career opportunity!

Job Number: 26-03544

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