Permit Superintendent - Naperville, IL

eX² Technology is seeking a Permit Superintendent to lead the permitting process for fiber optic networks utilizing CAD and/or ESRI software such as ArcGIS or other software for creating, tracking and submitting permit drawings/applications. You will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth development of our fiber networks by developing and maintaining relationships with government agencies and individuals responsible for approving permits for OSP facility placement.

You will lead a team that works with utility owners, DOTs and local and state jurisdictions to ascertain all permit requirements to facilitate the permitting for fiber communications network construction. Our ideal candidate is capable of forecasting, tracking, communicating or facilitating the creation of all required drawings, completing and submitting permit applications and managing resources during a project.

We seek someone willing to manage workflow for permit process and reporting while being flexible with our customers to manage themr evolving priorities. We seek someone dedicated to hard work, who shows initiative when taking on new challenges and thrives in a team environment.

In return, we offer competitive pay with an excellent benefit package including paid time off, company matching 401(k) plans and medical, dental, vision and life insurance options as well as professional development with career advancement opportunity in an innovative growth industry.

• Develop and maintain relationships with agencies and individuals responsible for approving permits for OSP facility placement
• Support and coordinate pole attachment audits, make ready reports and pole loading analysis per NESC requirements and structure/conduit access requests with incumbent local exchange carriers (ILECs), power companies and other agencies
• Negotiate and manage agreements for pole attachment licenses with power companies or municipally owned poles
• Support and coordinate rail crossing agreements for OSP installation projects
• Support and coordinate easement agreements for OSP installation projects
• Create SOW documents and reports for the client
• Attend regular update meetings with Project Managers and the client
• Create supporting documents for processes
• QC drawings for agency requirements
• Develop processes for Permit preparation and submittal
• Coordinate with utilities service providers and government jurisdictions
• Forecast submittals, resubmittals and approvals

Associate or Bachelor's degreein related field is preferred. Commensurate experience will be considered.

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in permit engineering, telecom engineering or related fields

Experience in various GIS and/or AutoCAD and Google Earth mapping software is required

Experience in creating and managing permit tracking solutions and sheets

Experience in the surrounding Chicago area is preferred

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills

Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects coupled with experience in working with fast-paced engineering in a production environment

Strong organizational skills

Strong sense of methodology, processes and metrics

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Experience with AutoCAD, Micro Station and ESRI (or other fiber design tools) is required

Experience with Sitetracker Asset and Project Management Platform is desired

High integrity and work ethic

Telecommunications fiber network experience is desired

Basic knowledge of NESC specifications

Basic knowledge of MUTCD for traffic control requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit; use hand and fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The incumbent is occasionally required to walk or stand for long periods of time. The incumbent may be required to lift and/or move up to 10 lbs.

and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.