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Ledcor Group

Permitting Specialist

Milwaukee, WI · Remote

This individual prepares permit application packages required by local governments and ... This has the flexibility of being a remote position * This position will require 15% travel ...

Ledcor Group

Permitting Specialist

Louisville, KY · Remote

This individual prepares permit application packages required by local governments and ... This has the flexibility of being a remote position * This position will require 15% travel ...

Ledcor Group

Permitting Specialist

Indianapolis, IN · Remote

This individual prepares permit application packages required by local governments and ... This has the flexibility of being a remote position * This position will require 15% travel ...

Intersect

Air Permitting & Compliance Team Member

... flexible remote culture. About This Role As part of Intersect's Environmental & Permitting team ... Support interactions with regulatory agencies throughout permit application review and approval ...

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As of Jun 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote permit specialist in the United States is $27.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $34.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Remote Permit Specialists often encounter challenges such as navigating varying local regulations, managing communication across different time zones, and ensuring all necessary documentation is accurate and submitted on time. To manage these effectively, it's important to stay organized with digital tracking tools, proactively communicate with both internal teams and external agencies, and stay updated on regulatory changes. Building strong relationships with permitting authorities and leveraging collaborative platforms can also streamline the process and reduce delays.

What are Remote Permit Specialists?

Remote Permit Specialists are professionals who help individuals or businesses obtain necessary permits and approvals from government or regulatory agencies, often working from a remote location. They manage the application process, ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and communicate with relevant authorities on behalf of their clients. Their work may involve researching permit requirements, preparing documentation, and tracking application statuses to ensure timely approvals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Permit Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Permit Specialist, you need strong organizational skills, familiarity with permitting processes, and attention to detail, often supported by experience in construction, zoning, or regulatory compliance. Proficiency with permit management software, online application systems, and document management tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management abilities help you collaborate with stakeholders and handle complex regulations efficiently. These skills ensure timely and accurate permit approvals, helping organizations avoid delays and maintain regulatory compliance.
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Permitting Specialist

LTS Managed Technical Services LLC

Louisville, KY • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Ledcor Technical Services has been building and servicing communication networks for customers across North America since 1979. Utilizing our broad expertise and experience, we customize solutions to best meet our client's needs. We act as a key partner for our clients by delivering exceptional quality, reliability, and safety in all that we do.
Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of telecom connectivity? We're searching for a proactive, detail-driven Permit Specialist to champion our long-haul telecom projects. In this role, you'll own the entire permitting process-ensuring every project moves forward seamlessly and stays compliant with all regulations.
Your expertise in building codes, ordinances, and permitting procedures will help us deliver world-class infrastructure without delays. If you're a natural problem-solver with exceptional communication skills and a passion for keeping things on track, we want you on our team!
Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build the backbone of tomorrow's connectivity!Essential Responsibilities:

  • Manage the full lifecycle of permitting activities for telecom longhaul projects, including privateproperty facilities and associated public rightofway requirements

  • Prepare, submit, track, and monitor accurate permit packages with local, state, and federal authorities to ensure timely approvals

  • Present projects to neighborhood committees and represent the organization at public hearings before governing bodies to obtain required permits

  • Coordinate closely with engineering, construction, and stakeholders to maintain compliance with codes, ordinances, regulatory updates, and project timelines

  • Serve as the primary contact for permitting inquiries, proactively resolving issues to avoid delays and keep project progress on track

Qualifications:

  • 2-5 years of permitting or regulatory compliance experience in telecom, utilities, construction, or similar regulated industries

  • Demonstrated ability to prepare and submit permit packages and interpret zoning, building codes, ordinances, DOT, and multijurisdictional regulations

  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents including blueprints and engineering plans, plus understanding of outside plant design and telecom standards

  • Strong communication and publicspeaking skills, with experience presenting to community groups and governing bodies

  • Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, scheduling tools, and the ability to research regulatory updates; Quick Base familiarity is a plus

Working Conditions:

  • Willingness and ability to travel as needed to coordinate with agencies, attend meetings, or support project sites

  • We're thrilled to announce the opening of our new office in Florence, Kentucky soon to become our central hub for collaboration and growth. This role will begin as a remote (work-from-home) position and will transition to a full-time, in-office role based in Florence once the new location is operational.

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair.

Ledcor has been recognized as a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial well-being. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. For more information about Ledcor's Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page. Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.

All applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Ledcor participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Link to: https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

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