Pole Permitting Coordinator

Description

Love Your Mondays again! Join the Future of Connectivity with Metronet and Vexus! Are you ready to launch your career with one of the nation’s fastest-growing fiber‑optic powerhouses? Welcome to Metronet and Vexus, where we don’t just build networks; we build communities. Recently, Metronet acquired Vexus, and effective January 1, 2025, all Metronet and Vexus associates will be combined into one organization:
Metronet. The Vexus brand will remain during the transition.

The Permit Coordinator (I, II, & Sr.) is responsible for coordinating with OSP Construction, external vendors and permitting entities to prioritize activities and manage permit requirements. Permits may include Departments of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). railroads, Army Corps of Engineers, waterways, drainage districts, city permits, pole permits, and all other jurisdictional agency requirements necessary for timely completion of the construction schedule. The Permit Coordinator is the main contact with permitting entities and communicates the status of all permits to the OSP Construction Team.

They manage the cohesive relationship to drive permit approvals and will travel to the location to expedite and facilitate the permit approval process.

• Coordinates permitting activities based on direction from OSP Construction.
• Determines necessary permits and coordinates with internal and external resources and permitting entities to release passes to construction.
• Engages with various agencies daily to obtain approvals, submit permit applications, and prepares responses in a timely manner.
• Builds relationships with internal departments to promote business cohesion and help expand Metronet services in the market.
• Manages work within defined scheduled expectations, removes roadblocks, and uses analytics to anticipate and avoid future roadblocks to keep projects on schedule.
• Applies technical and creative solutions to aid in completion of permitting acquisitions.
• Forecasts release dates to allow construction to plan resources accordingly.
• Provides guidance with internal resources to ensure pole applications are submitted in order and on time to meet the project schedule.
• Ensures timely completion of assigned deliverables, assembles, submits, and tracks progress of permit applications and notifies management of delays with actionable solutions.
• Documents and coordinates with centralized permit teams to ensure submittals align with the field’s construction schedule.
• Monitors and tracks permit packages via online systems, email, or in person as necessary to meet local requirements, adjusting and reporting when situations arise.
• Monitors projects and effectively communicates the status of each permit.
• Performs other duties as assigned by senior management.
• Occasional travel may be required by company necessity (up to 5%).

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with permitting in multiple states preferred.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary and cross‑functional teams preferred.
• Able to work within a team, leading multiple personalities and driving projects to conclusion.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving aptitude required.
• Ability to interact with all levels of organization, including external agencies.
• Strong social, verbal, and written communication skills required.
• Must be able to work independently, and with a team.

At Metronet, we are committed to delivering cutting‑edge technology combined with exceptional customer care. Our 100% fiber‑optic technology ensures that we provide our customers with some of the fastest internet speeds in the world. As industry leaders in fiber‑to‑the‑premise TV, voice, and internet services, we’re not just focused on expanding our networks—we’re focused on enriching the lives of those we serve.

We value our associates because they are the cornerstone of our success. By joining the Metronet family, you’re stepping into a rewarding career in technology with a company dedicated to your growth and success. We’re in it to win it, and a key part of our strategy is to strengthen our…