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Railroad Permitting Specialist

Railroad Permitting Specialist

Aspen Technical Staffing, Inc. • Akron, OH, United States
10 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Railroad Permitting Specialist

Aspen Technical Staffing is seeking a Railroad Permitting Specialist for a long-term contract opportunity supporting utility infrastructure projects in the Akron, Ohio area. This role will be responsible for coordinating and securing railroad-related permits and authorizations to support transmission line, substation, and related infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have experience navigating complex permitting requirements for linear utility projects and working with a variety of project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate with project managers, design engineers, environmental consultants, GIS mapping specialists, and real estate coordinators to prepare and submit railroad permit applications.
  • Manage permit applications from initiation through approval, ensuring timely issuance of permits and authorizations.
  • Obtain permitting authorizations for linear transmission line projects, including railroad crossings, turnpike crossings, entry permits, and access permits.
  • Track permit status and maintain detailed records of permitting activities and project milestones.
  • Support environmental permitting efforts as needed.
  • Support fiber and communications permitting activities as requested.
  • Collaborate with construction contractors involved in transmission lines, fiber installations, road construction, foundations, geotechnical investigations, surveying, and restoration activities to ensure permitting compliance.
  • Assist with document research and permit-related due diligence.
  • Provide permitting support for electrical distribution projects.
  • Respond to client requests and provide project support as directed.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Natural Resources, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience obtaining permits for Pennsylvania linear infrastructure projects.
  • Experience coordinating railroad crossing permits and related utility permitting requirements.
  • Strong understanding of permitting processes for transmission, distribution, and utility infrastructure projects.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and permitting efforts simultaneously.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Strong client service mindset and attention to detail.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and permit tracking systems.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting utility, transmission, distribution, telecommunications, or transportation infrastructure projects.
  • Familiarity with environmental permitting and right-of-way processes.
  • Experience working with railroad companies, state agencies, and utility owners.
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