Supervisor, Electric Utility Permitting - Oahu

Supervisor, Electric Utility Permitting - Oahu

Location:

Honolulu, Hawaii (HI)

Position:
Professional Supervisor

Hiring range: $ to $

• Supervises the Permits Planner and provides guidance to project personnel on land use permit requirements and lead times.
• Manages both planning and archaeological consultants to establish a complete permitting service package.
• Fosters and maintains positive relationships with federal, state and county agencies, expediting approval processes.
• Reviews deliverables such as permit applications, submittals, and agreements; makes necessary changes and submits to relevant agencies.
• Administers policies and monitors governmental agencies for changes to statutes, ordinances and regulations.
• Reviews legislative bills affecting land use permits and drafts written testimony as needed.
• Coordinates review and responses for Chapter 343 requests by outside companies.
• Attends agency coordination meetings and facilitates distribution of information.
• Provides training and guidance to employees and consultants on land use permits and archaeological policies.
• Participates in company emergency response activities.

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, environmental science, urban planning, or related field.
• Thorough knowledge of land use permit requirements and city, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Working knowledge of power engineering principles, project management, construction management policies, and LEAN continuous improvement.
• Experience dealing with governmental permits and approvals (8+ years) and supervisory experience is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of computer systems (Excel, MS Word, etc.) and safe workplace principles.
• Hawaii Professional Engineer license or certification as a Planner (AICP) desired.
• Valid State of Hawaii driver’s license.

Hawaiian Electric Companies is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Hawaiian Electric Companies complies with all applicable laws, including Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Any request for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated by the candidate to the HR Service Center at .