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Clerical Assistant 2

Meadville, PA · On-site

$36K/yr

This position provides clerical support that keeps permitting and program activities accurate, organized, and timely within the Oil and Gas Program. You will assist with reviews, data entry, file ...

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Sales & Marketing Assistant

Mifflinburg, PA · On-site

$37K - $46K/yr

Support the client throughout the permitting process and assist the Production Manager through inspections, including submissions, tracking, and issue resolution to prevent delays. * Utilize ...

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What is a permitting assistant?

Permitting Assistants are professionals who support the permitting process for construction, environmental, or business projects. They help prepare and submit permit applications, track approvals, and ensure that all necessary documentation is accurate and complete. Permitting Assistants often coordinate with government agencies, clients, and project managers to ensure compliance with regulations and timely permit issuance. Their work is essential for keeping projects on schedule and avoiding legal or regulatory issues.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a permitting assistant?

To thrive as a Permitting Assistant, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with permitting processes, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency with document management systems, permitting software, and office productivity tools like Microsoft Office is typically required. Excellent communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities help you effectively coordinate with various stakeholders and manage multiple applications. These skills are crucial for ensuring permits are processed accurately and efficiently, minimizing delays and maintaining compliance with regulations.

What are common challenges faced by permitting assistants, and how can they be managed?

Permitting Assistants often encounter challenges such as navigating complex regulatory requirements, managing tight deadlines, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders including government agencies, contractors, and project managers. To manage these effectively, strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential, as is maintaining clear communication with all parties involved. Utilizing project management tools and staying updated on local, state, and federal permitting processes can also help streamline workflows and prevent delays.

What is the difference between Permitting Assistant vs Permit Technician?

AspectPermitting AssistantPermit Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles may require certificationsHigh school diploma; certifications like ICC or state-specific licenses are common
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, supporting permit processesOffice and fieldwork, processing permits and inspections
Employer & IndustryMunicipalities, construction firms, engineering firmsGovernment agencies, construction companies, engineering firms

Permitting Assistants typically support permit processing and document management, often in an office setting, while Permit Technicians handle permit issuance, inspections, and compliance tasks. Both roles require similar credentials and are used in similar industries, but Permit Technicians usually have more direct interaction with permits and fieldwork.

What are the most commonly searched types of Permitting jobs in Pennsylvania?

The most popular types of Permitting jobs in Pennsylvania are:

What cities in Pennsylvania are hiring for Permitting Assistant jobs?

Cities in Pennsylvania with the most Permitting Assistant job openings:

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Environmental Permitting and FERC Specialist

WSP

Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 29 days ago

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Job description


This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Environmental Permitting and FERC Specialist for our Pittsburgh or Wexford based offices. As part of our team, you will provide high-quality analytical support to WSP clients while working closely with other team members. Assignments will be a mix of field and desktop work focused on but not limited to, impact assessment and permitting for new energy projects (e.g., natural gas pipelines, Liquified Natural Gas terminals, renewables, transmission lines, etc.). This is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to advance their career with a global sustainability leader.

Your Impact
 

  • Prepare permit applications when required by federal, state or local environmental regulatory authorities for energy/industrial facility development, expansion, maintenance, or decommissioning.

  • Evaluate regulatory requirements.

  • Maintain records and survey reports.

  • Production and senior review of construction documents including design drawings and specifications.

  • Assist with the preparation of technical project documents, including, but not limited to: writing, word processing, building tables and spreadsheets, tabulating and manipulating data, producing hard copy documents, completing air and erosion control engineering calculations commensurate with the candidate's background.

  • Assist with the development of project plans and schedules; and assist with the development of project management reporting, such as monthly progress reports.

  • Communicate with internal and external clients, including requesting project information, answering regulatory questions, and providing recommendations. Prepare and review technical reports and presentations for clients, regulators, and other stakeholders.


Who You Are
Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a natural science or engineering field of study.

  • 7-10 years of applicable work and/or internship experience. 
  • Ability to direct others in the field, such as subcontractors and provide construction quality assurance. 

  • Experience with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

  • Up to 20% travel.

  • Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite software.

  • Experience conducting desktop and online studies or research on a wide variety of natural resource or resource planning topics, Geographic Information System, map interpretation (National Wetland Inventory, U.S. Geological Survey, aerial photography)

  • Ability to work effectively in the field during cold and hot weather conditions.

  • Ability to navigate in the field using Global Position System, maps and aerial photographs.

  • Demonstrated ability to prepare concise and accurate technical documents and reports.

  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, which include being comfortable and effective at communicating technical knowledge and concepts to other staff, clients, regulatory. agencies, and project stakeholders.

  • Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health & Safety protocols.

  • Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, and work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Valid driver's license and good driving record.
  • Demonstrated attributes to become a strong consultant - team player, eagerness to learn and grow, self-starter who takes initiative, versatile, and service-oriented mentality.

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Experience working with or knowledge of natural resource management agencies and regulatory agencies (e.g., Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, etc.).
  • Field or consulting experience.
  • Comfort and familiarity with active construction sites.
  • Familiarity with field survey techniques.
  • Applied and working knowledge of ArcGIS software.

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand.  Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. 

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