Sr. Permitting Agent - Iowa
Trc Companies, Inc.
Manage non‑environmental permitting for utility projects in Iowa.
21 days ago ago
$270 - $290
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Ely, IA
Field
Company Size
7,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Environmental Services
Energy
Infrastructure
Construction Management
Project Management
Consulting
Technology Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Energy
Power & Utilities
Transportation
Water
Government
Data Centers
Role
What you would be doing
permit management
stakeholder coordination
data reporting
client updates
permit manual
permit matrix
- Responsible for managing the non-environmental permit process from data gathering, submittal, follow-up, and renewal.
- Responsible for coordinating with and fostering relationships with the jurisdictional permitting entities such as railroads, DOT, county/state highway authorities, levee districts, etc.
- Responsible for the accuracy of all permit data exports and reports on permit status generated from the database.
- Research necessary non-environmental permits needed for the project and identify contact information for the authority and the appropriate point of contact.
- Responsible for providing updates to the client on the status of the permits.
- Maintain a detailed contact log containing the facts of each contact attempted/made for every permit contact on the project.
- Most activities require work to be performed at field locations, governmental agencies, corporate entities, and client offices. There are frequent interruptions during the workday for impromptu meetings.
- Responsible for compiling and delivering the non-environmental permit manual prior to construction.
- Responsible for managing schedule of permit submittal and gathering of permit requirements to ensure on-time delivery of permits.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel objects, tools, controls. Reach with hands and arms, hear and talk. The employee is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch
- Responsible for development of a non-environmental permit matrix and the maintenance of same.
What you bring
microsoft office
bachelor's
3+ years
driver's license
land services
communication
- Creativity, foresight and mature judgment to identify and resolve business, technical and administrative related problems with ROW services
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills and be able to communicate clearly and concisely to prepare reports, specifications, applications, and correspondence
- Must be able to work alone, make decisions and use judgment while performing related activities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including spreadsheet and word processing
- Bachelor-s Degree in real property related field required.
- Must be detail oriented and have excellent analytical and quantitative skills
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus in use of computer monitor and other manual, task-related functions.
- 3+ years relevant work experience necessary.
- Must possess a valid driver-s license
- Ability to travel as dictated by job requirements
- Must be detail oriented and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Calculations - ability to complete and understand valuation calculations, using Microsoft excel
- This job will require work both indoors as well as activities performed outdoors in varying climates.
- The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. Employee is expected to use good judgment when lifting or moving office supplies and/or furniture and to seek assistance or wear back support appliances when appropriate
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and assertiveness, the ability to plan and manage their work in an efficient manner, and the ability to work well under stress and time pressures
- Must be able to walk long distances, over varying terrains, to support land acquisition needs
- Specialty certification may be acceptable if accompanied by extensive industry experience in positions that demonstrate required abilities and performance.
- Able to learn new computer programs quickly, as required
- Three (3) years of experience as a non-environmental permit agent or related position
- Requires specialized knowledge in the methods and techniques for performing Land Services activities. Must possess competent knowledge and skills in land description and terminology, surface and subsurface rights, ROW document analysis, and have excellent negotiation skills.
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Company
Overview
1969 Founded
Year Established
The firm traces its origins to 1969, marking over five decades of global consulting and engineering expertise.
Top ranking
ENR Lists
Recognized annually in ENR’s rankings as a leading firm in design and environmental services.
- A global consulting, engineering and construction‑management firm.
- Specializes in environmental engineering, geotechnical work, pipeline, power utilities, water, transportation and government projects.
- Balancing public and private sector work, it blends field services with digital and inspection technologies.
- Typical projects include coastal resilience upgrades, substation modernization, brownfield redevelopment, pipeline/installations and transportation infrastructure.
- Implements high‑visibility, multi‑year programs—from power‑grid upgrades to aquatic centers and submarine cables.
- Unusual for its breadth: a NASA satellite‑data early adopter and provider of intelligent‑grid and field‑inspection services.
- Integrity in all actions
- Excellence in delivery
- Innovation through collaboration
- Accountability for success
- Commitment to client satisfaction
2050 Target
Net-zero carbon emissions
Aim to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
- Focus on environmental impact reduction in projects
- Sustainable energy and infrastructure solutions
- Investment in renewable energy technologies
- Commitment to minimizing waste and optimizing resources
- Gender balance initiatives in leadership roles
- Promotion of a diverse workforce through talent acquisition strategies
- Focus on providing equal opportunities for all employees
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