Job Description

Overview:
Lead the review and interpretation of high-level engineering drawings, GIS data, and construction plans to develop comprehensive permit drawings across multiple jurisdictions, including DOT, railroad crossings, utility pipelines, and City/County authorities. Independently research, identify, and document submission requirements, approval criteria, and regulatory standards for all applicable permitting agencies. Oversee the preparation and submission of permit applications and supporting documentation, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and full compliance with client standards and permitting authority guidelines. Deliver end-to-end permit packages--including drawings, calculations, and supplemental materials--ensuring technical accuracy, regulatory compliance, and readiness for approval with minimal revisions.

Responsibilities:
Lead the design and permitting process by reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings, GIS data, and construction plans to develop accurate permit drawings across DOT, railroad, utility, City, and County jurisdictions. Own end-to-end permitting activities, including identifying regulatory requirements, approval pathways, and submission standards for applicable permitting authorities. Prepare, review, and approve permit applications and supporting documentation, ensuring full compliance with customer standards and regulatory guidelines. Ensure the quality, accuracy, and completeness of all permit drawings and deliverables, minimizing rework and expediting approvals. Act as a technical point of contact for permitting-related queries, providing guidance to junior team members and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders as needed.

Requirements:
Advanced knowledge of engineering design principles and multi-jurisdictional permitting processes Expertise in preparing and reviewing permit drawings for DOT, railroad, utility, City, and County approvals Strong proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, GIS data, and construction plans In-depth understanding of regulatory requirements, submission standards, and approval workflows High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and quality assurance Ability to lead end-to-end permitting efforts with minimal supervision Effective stakeholder coordination with internal teams, clients, and permitting authorities Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and risk-mitigation skills * Capability to mentor junior resources and drive best practices across the team