Prepare and submit permit applications, including DOT, pole attachments, ROW, and traffic control permits, in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations; Research and interpret jurisdiction-specific policies and GIS data to support permit accuracy; Initiate Joint Use Pole and ROW permit applications and support Pole Loading Analysis (PLA) and Make Ready Engineering (MRE) reviews; Track permit statuses using Smartsheet, KMZ files, Excel, and permit management systems to monitor submissions, approvals, and expiration dates; Coordinate with Engineering, Field, GIS, and Permitting teams to maintain project schedules; Communicate proactively with permitting agencies to resolve issues and avoid delays; Maintain clear communication channels using Teams, Outlook, and other collaboration tools. Preferred Qualifications:Experience with traffic control, railroad, or environmental permitting; Exposure to telecom engineering, field surveys, or design collaboration; Experience supporting federally funded projects like BEAD or RDOF; Advanced knowledge of GIS and permit tracking software.