Permit Coordinator

• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary liaison with clients, utility companies (e.g., Duke Energy, AES Indiana, NIPSCO), telecom providers, and municipalities.
• Pole Attachment Management: Coordinate with pole owners (e.g., AT&T, Verizon, electric co-ops) for attachments, make-ready processes, and permit approvals.
• Permitting Oversight: Manage aerial permit applications and approvals for fiber optic construction projects throughout Indiana.
• Design & Field Support: Review construction designs, validate field revisions, and support site walkouts and aerial design reviews.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to IURC, INDOT, and local permitting rules, including pole attachment and right-of-way requirements.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of permit statuses, pole ownership, and agency correspondence; compile regular status reports.
• Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot permitting issues, resolve denials or violations, and handle disputes with agencies and utilities.
• Industry Awareness: Stay current on Indiana laws related to aerial deployment, including small cell and 5G regulations (e.g., HB 1164, HB 1065).

PRG is seeking a Permit Coordinator to manage and execute the permitting process for outside plant (OSP) telecommunications construction projects across Indiana. This position requires a strong understanding of aerial and underground fiber. The ideal candidate will coordinate with utilities, local governments, and telecom partners to ensure timely and accurate permit approvals, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.

• Experience with Indiana-based telecom or utility providers.
• Knowledge of Indiana-specific permitting processes, including INDOT, IURC, and municipal requirements.
• 2+ years of experience in aerial permitting, utility coordination, or OSP project management.
• Certifications in Utility Coordination, Right-of-Way Permitting, or Project Management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, permit tracking systems, and document management platforms.
• Experience using tools such as SPANS, NJUNS, Katapult, or similar systems.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and negotiate with third parties.
• Ability to read and interpret aerial construction plans, GIS maps, and utility pole load studies.
• Familiarity with Indiana utility and telecom providers and their pole attachment procedures.
• Understanding of FCC regulations related to aerial infrastructure deployment.

• 401(k) retirement plan, with company match after 1 year
• Paid time off and holidays
• Short-term disability coverage after 1 year
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents