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OSP Permit Coordinator

Voorhees, NJ · Remote

S. This full-time, remote role is ideal for early-career professionals eager to build experience in utility permitting and construction coordination. As a key member of our Engineering & Permitting ...

Utilities One

OSP Permit Coordinator

Voorhees, NJ · On-site +1

S. This full-time, remote role is ideal for early-career professionals eager to build experience in utility permitting and construction coordination. As a key member of our Engineering & Permitting ...

Utilities One

Permit Specialist II

Voorhees, NJ · Remote

This early-career, full-time remote position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in utility permitting while contributing to impactful connectivity projects. As part of the Engineering ...

Utilities One

Permit Specialist II

Voorhees, NJ · Remote

This early-career, full-time remote position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in utility permitting while contributing to impactful connectivity projects. As part of the Engineering ...

Utilities One

Permit Specialist II

Voorhees, NJ · On-site +1

This early-career, full-time remote position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in utility permitting while contributing to impactful connectivity projects. As part of the Engineering ...

Utilities One

Permit Specialist

Voorhees, NJ · Remote

This early-career, full-time remote position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in utility permitting while contributing to impactful connectivity projects. As part of the Engineering ...

Utilities One

Permit Specialist

Voorhees, NJ · On-site +1

This early-career, full-time remote position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in utility permitting while contributing to impactful connectivity projects. As part of the Engineering ...

Utilities One

Permit Specialist

Voorhees, NJ · Remote

This early-career, full-time remote position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in utility permitting while contributing to impactful connectivity projects. As part of the Engineering ...

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As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote utility in Philadelphia, PA is $19.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.29 and $22.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote utility?

A Remote Utility job typically involves monitoring, managing, or supporting utility services such as electricity, water, or telecommunications from a remote location. Responsibilities may include data analysis, troubleshooting system issues, coordinating with field teams, and ensuring service reliability. This role often requires technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and familiarity with remote monitoring tools. It allows professionals to contribute to utility operations without being physically on-site, improving efficiency and response times.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the remote utility position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Utility worker, a solid background in utility services (such as electric, water, or gas), troubleshooting skills, and relevant trade certifications or technical training are essential. Familiarity with remote monitoring tools, data management systems, and geographic information systems (GIS) is typically required. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work independently make candidates stand out in this position. These competencies are vital for effectively maintaining and supporting utility operations from a distance, ensuring rapid response to service issues and consistent system reliability.

What are the typical challenges faced by remote utility workers, and how are they managed?

Remote Utility positions often require handling technical issues and system monitoring without being physically present on-site, which can pose communication and troubleshooting challenges. Workers frequently interact through digital platforms and must depend on accurate remote diagnostics and clear reporting to field crews. To manage these challenges, effective use of remote monitoring technology and close collaboration with on-site teams are crucial. Many organizations provide ongoing training and robust communication tools to help employees succeed in the remote environment.

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Remote Sensing Project Lead

Westwood Professional Services, Inc.

Lansdale, PA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Westwood Professional Services rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

101st of 439 rated engineering

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
The Remote Sensing Project Lead - Electric Utility Aerial Mapping is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of electric utility transmission, distribution, and substation aerial and terrestrial mapping projects, from proposal and scoping through data acquisition, LiDAR/imagery classification, PLS-CADD model development, and final deliverable handoff. This role serves as the primary client contact for utility and cooperative clients, coordinating survey, aerial and terrestrial acquisition, classification, and PLS-CADD design teams to ensure deliverables meet client specifications, schedules, and budgets. The Project Lead works closely with Leadership, Production Lead, and technical staff to plan, execute, and track performance across multiple concurrent utility engagements, and may also support other aerial mapping projects outside the utility sector as needed.
Requirements
Job Duties:
  • Manage electric utility transmission, distribution, and substation aerial and terrestrial mapping projects from inception through final PLS-CADD deliverable across multiple concurrent engagements.
  • Serve as the primary client contact for utility and cooperative clients; represent Westwood in scoping calls, kickoff meetings, and progress reviews.
  • Develop and manage proposals, fee estimates, invoicing, and work-in-process tracking, for utility mapping engagements.
  • Coordinate LiDAR and imagery acquisition (fixed-wing, helicopter, UAS, and terrestrial/mobile LiDAR scanning) and ground survey control to meet utility corridor and substation requirements.
  • Oversee point cloud classification and feature/attribute coding (conductors, structures, substations, vegetation, ground, etc.) to utility-specific standards, including vegetation clearance classifications.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and staffing plans across classification, PLS-CADD, and QA/QC teams; proactively communicate status and risks.
  • Identify and document scope changes, such as corridor extensions, reflights, or reclassification needs; prepare and negotiate change orders in a timely manner.
  • Implement and enforce QA/QC procedures for classified point clouds, feature coding, and PLS-CADD models prior to client delivery.
  • Coordinate with production staff, aerial and terrestrial acquisition teams, survey crews, and PLS-CADD designers to align resources and deliverables.
  • Provide guidance, technical review, and feedback to project technicians.
  • Support other aerial and terrestrial mapping projects outside the utility sector as needed, based on business demand.

Skills and Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of project management experience in electric utility, transmission/distribution, or geospatial and surveying services.
  • In depth knowledge of aerial LiDAR/imagery acquisition and point cloud classification workflows for utility corridors and substations.
  • Familiarity with terrestrial/mobile LiDAR scanning platforms and processing workflows.
  • Familiarity with PLS-CADD modeling processes and utility engineering to the level of understanding what is required from a mapping sortie.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent utility client engagements and cross-functional technical teams.
  • Proficiency in managing project financials, including budgets, invoices, and WIP.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and client management skills.
  • ASPRS Certification preferred.
  • Direct hands-on experience with PLS-CADD software and utility feature coding standards preferred.
  • Experience with substation mapping, vegetation management, encroachment analysis, or clearance reporting for electric utilities preferred.
  • Experience across multiple market verticals, including power delivery, renewables, and public infrastructure preferred.

Note: This job description is a general outline of the key responsibilities and qualifications of a Remote Sensing Project Lead - Electric Utility Aerial Mapping. It is not exhaustive and may be subject to change based on the specific needs of the organization and projects.
At Westwood, our purpose is to create a better world for people through our work. We transform the energy grid, design resilient infrastructure, and develop communities that will flourish today and for future generations. With over 50 years of experience and a legacy of innovation, we stand at the forefront of our industry, dedicated to understanding the unique needs of the markets we serve.
Our approach revolves around people. We are committed to building a culture that attracts, retains, and develops high performers. Our team values relationships, innovation, dedication, initiative, and growth. We believe fostering a collaborative "One Team" mentality yields superior outcomes in everything we do.
We customize our technical capabilities and geographic reach to meet our clients where they are and help them realize their vision. We are partners in our clients' success, driving to provide solutions that make a lasting difference. Safety, sustainability, and operational excellence are not just facets of our work; they are intrinsic to our identity, guiding every decision we make.?
We are deeply invested in the communities we serve. Through our projects and giving-back initiatives, we enrich the lives of those we serve, engage others within our industry, and create a lasting impact on communities around the world. To us, success transcends the completion of projects; it is reflected in the lives we have positively impacted by our work.?
Join us in creating a better world.
In 2025, Westwood was recognized as #77 on the ENR Top 500 Design Firms. Additionally, Westwood was ranked #5 for ENR's Top Design Firm for Solar, #6 for Battery Storage, and #3 for Wind (2025). The firm consistently ranks on the industry's top 25 lists and receives recognition for its involvement in award-winning projects nationwide.

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