Permitting Subject Matter Expert, Energy and Infrastructure Projects

Job Description

JOIN US AND MAKE YOUR IMPACT!

Are you ready to shape the future of energy infrastructure by leading the permitting strategy behind some of the most transformative EPC projects in the U.S.? As a Permitting SME
, you will play a critical role in enabling the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects—from substations and renewable energy installations to data centers and rail electrification.

• Early Identification & Assessment
  Evaluate project scope and location to determine required permits and identify relevant AHJs (local, state, federal agencies, utilities, zoning boards, etc.).

• Permitting Matrix Development
  Create and maintain project-specific permitting matrices detailing permit types, responsible agencies, timelines, and associated risks.

• Bid & Proposal Support
  Advise proposal teams on permitting risks, costs, and schedules. Provide input to bid documents and clarify EPC responsibilities related to permitting.

• Stakeholder Engagement
  Initiate early contact with AHJs to understand permitting requirements, timelines, and potential challenges.

• Permit Acquisition & Tracking
  Lead the preparation, submission, and monitoring of all permit applications under EPC scope to ensure timely approvals for construction and commissioning.

• Agency Coordination
  Act as the primary liaison with AHJs, managing inspections, responding to inquiries, and addressing revisions or additional requirements.

• Compliance Oversight
  Ensure adherence to all permit conditions during construction, including environmental, safety, and operational requirements (e.g., stormwater, air quality, floodplain, SPCC, SWPPP).

• Documentation Management
  Maintain accurate records of permits, correspondence, and compliance documentation. Ensure all permits are current and updated as needed.

• Risk Mitigation
  Proactively identify and resolve permitting risks or delays. Escalate critical issues to project leadership when necessary.

• Training & Guidance
  Provide permitting guidance and training to internal teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance.

• Process Improvement
  Develop and refine permitting processes, templates, and best practices for scalable, nationwide application.

• Bachelor’s degree in planning, Environmental Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

• 7+ years of permitting experience in EPC, construction, or energy infrastructure projects

• Deep understanding of federal, state, and local permitting processes, codes, and regulations (e.g., EPA, FEMA, DOT, TCEQ, local building departments, utilities)

• Proven ability to identify AHJs and manage multi‑jurisdictional permitting for large‑scale projects

• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines

• Excellent communication skills for interfacing with agencies, stakeholders, and internal teams

• Skilled in interpreting technical documents, regulatory requirements, and permit conditions

• Proficient in using permitting databases, tracking tools, and document management systems

Linxon is a company founded on a century of technological expertise and six decades of global experience in substation and electrification projects. By merging Atkins

Réalis' project management prowess with Hitachi Energy's cutting‑edge technological knowledge,
Linxon leverages the strengths of both parent companies to form a new, dynamic entity.

Linxon plays a pivotal role in fostering urban growth, industrial expansion, and community development by constructing essential components of the power transmission grid. We provide comprehensive engineering, procurement, management, and construction services for the execution of large, complex AC power substations, including expansions and electrification across five key segments.

We are driven by the value of your investment and a passion for undertaking challenging and high‑risk projects. Our expertise, honed over years of experience…