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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for permitting manager in Wayne, PA is $94,763.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,300.00 and $105,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a permitting manager do?

A Permitting Manager oversees the process of obtaining necessary permits and approvals for construction, development, or operational projects. They ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, coordinate with regulatory agencies, and manage documentation. Their role involves working with project teams to avoid delays and address permitting challenges efficiently.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a permitting manager?

A Permitting Manager requires strong project management skills, knowledge of regulatory frameworks, and experience in permitting processes for industries such as construction, energy, or land development, usually backed by a relevant degree. Familiarity with permitting software, GIS systems, and document management tools—as well as certifications like PMP or Certified Permitting Specialist—are often important. Outstanding negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills help a Permitting Manager effectively navigate regulatory agencies and ensure stakeholder alignment. These competencies are crucial for efficiently securing permits, mitigating project risks, and maintaining compliance with applicable laws and timelines.

What are the main challenges faced by a permitting manager, and how are they typically addressed?

One of the main challenges Permitting Managers face is navigating complex and changing regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions, which can impact project timelines. To address this, they often build strong relationships with local authorities and regulatory agencies, stay updated on legal changes, and leverage robust tracking tools for real-time permit status updates. Additionally, they collaborate closely with internal project teams, legal counsel, and external consultants to ensure all documentation is complete and submitted on time. This proactive, communicative approach helps anticipate issues and keep projects on schedule.

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Environmental Permitting Specialist

Philadelphia, PA

MasTec Utility Services
Construction • 10K+ employees

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Overview

MasTec Professional Services provides end-to-end engineering, design, and integrated services to the power, oil & gas pipeline, and gas distribution industries across the country. With a genesis in construction and a skilled team of multidiscipline engineers and project management professionals, the company delivers best-in-class infrastructure solutions, including design, asset integrity management, feasibility studies, surveys, constructability reviews, turnkey delivery services, and more. MasTec Professional Services creates collaborative partnerships with clients by building trust and consistently delivering the highest standards of performance.

MasTec Professional Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We’re always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

MasTec Professional Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MPS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

Job Summary

The Environmental Permitting Specialist will work on various gas and electric projects helping support them on the environmental permitting side.  This person will work on wetland delineations, preparing environmental permitting packages for submittals to NJDEP & PADEP for various types of permits and submit for road opening and PENNDOT permits.


Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, designers, and drafters to deliver the most cost effective and highest quality infrastructure solutions.
  • Performing wetland delineations work and GPS survey of flagging.
  • Preparing wetland data forms, wetland reports and wetland impact plans.
  • Preparing erosion and sediment control plans.
  • Environmental Impact Statements.
  • Aiding in pulling together environmental permitting packages for CAFRA, WD, Freshwater & Coastal Wetland Impacts, ACOE, Tidelands
  • Familiarity with NJDEP and PADEP environmental regulations and submittal requirements.
  • Preparing PENNDOT permitting packages.
  • Submitting PA1 call tickets  
  • Willing to learn other aspects of the business.

Qualifications

Minimum

  • Bachelors degree, or equivalent related experience with civil engineering or environmental permitting efforts.
  • 2 years of experience with AutoCAD in the Civil and or Environmental Engineering environment.
  • 2 years minimum experience in the Civil and or Environmental Engineering industry.
  • Experience with environmental permitting regulations in the states of New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware.
  • Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook required.
  • Regional travel required, as needed for the job.
  • Must have a current valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for up to the past 5 years.

 

Preferred

  • NJDEP environmental permitting experience.
  • PADEP environmental permitting experience
  • Prior experience with civil 3D.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position may require significant time standing or walking on uneven ground, possible climbing of ladders or being in high places, working in tight spaces, lifting up to 50 pounds, and, in general, being overall physically demanding. It may also require work in an all-weather environment.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected ca

Qualifications:

Minimum

  • Bachelors degree, or equivalent related experience with civil engineering or environmental permitting efforts.
  • 2 years of experience with AutoCAD in the Civil and or Environmental Engineering environment.
  • 2 years minimum experience in the Civil and or Environmental Engineering industry.
  • Experience with environmental permitting regulations in the states of New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware.
  • Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook required.
  • Regional travel required, as needed for the job.
  • Must have a current valid driver’s license with a clean driving record for up to the past 5 years.

 

Preferred

  • NJDEP environmental permitting experience.
  • PADEP environmental permitting experience
  • Prior experience with civil 3D.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position may require significant time standing or walking on uneven ground, possible climbing of ladders or being in high places, working in tight spaces, lifting up to 50 pounds, and, in general, being overall physically demanding. It may also require work in an all-weather environment.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected ca

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