Job Title: Permit Coordinator

Job Description

Join our team in support of telecoomm design work, focusing on the deployment of fiber optic networks in rural areas funded by the Enhanced Alternative Connect America Model (E-ACAM) program. This initiative, established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), aims to provide high-speed broadband to remote locations.

Responsibilities

Draw Permit Polygons and utilize DB621 ROW/COLO experience.Interpret existing fiber cable records, staking sheets, as-builts, as-stake, PUE, easement, and ROW/COLO documents.Submit all documents, staking sheets, and permit packets to applicable permitting entities.Manage tracking systems, project management/coordination systems, and store permit-related documents and records.Attend DB621 training, provide status updates, and participate in quality control review meetings.Participate in project meetings, provide updates, and engage in strategic planning calls with assigned data gathering or tracking information.Work with municipalities to ensure design drawings meet requirements for permit applications and track all related details.

Essential Skills

1+ year of experience as a permit coordinator or similar role for telecommunication/fiber projects (aerial and/or underground).Strong organizational skills, able to handle multiple documents, files, applications, and processes simultaneously.Proficiency in Excel for logging and tracking information.Experience communicating with end customers via email, phone, etc.Experience obtaining necessary information from municipalities or similar entities.Ability to work remotely with a high degree of trust, ensuring effective communication and attendance.Ability to read design drawings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in telecommunications, municipality, telecom, and construction industries.

Work Environment

This is a 100% remote position for a 30-month project with a large communication carrier. You will be part of a team of 6 coordinators and 2 leads. The role requires working a 40-hour workweek, with core hours from 9 AM to 3 PM CST. Flexibility is offered outside of these hours as long as deadlines are met. All necessary hardware, including a computer, desktop, keypad, and mouse, will be provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 17, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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