SAQ Zone & Permit Specialist - MasTec Inc

MasTec Communications Group is a leading national infrastructure construction company operating throughout the United States.

MasTec Communications Group performs both wireline and wireless communication services on a national scale. We are experts in cell tower construction, RF engineering, broadband fiber optic cable installation, OSP engineering, wireline construction, and emergency maintenance services.

At MasTec you’ll be joining a family, where we are dedicated to supporting each other and building an atmosphere of teamwork. As part of our team, your opportunities are limitless.

The SAQ Zoning and Permit Specialist is accountable for all zoning and permitting activities, including researching, contacting jurisdictions, completing and submitting permit applications along with all required documentation to obtain all required zoning approvals and permits for each project’s scope of work.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strong ability to effectively communicate with jurisdictions and develop relationships with various jurisdictions
• Ability to research and evaluate telecommunication requirements in local zoning and permitting ordinances
• Update and compile zoning trackers with research information of zoning and permitting requirements in each jurisdiction
• Maintain site updates on zoning and permitting in Master Tracker
• Package and ship applications
• Track application submittals to jurisdictions
• Scan and Upload Documents to Customer Database
• Follow up with Jurisdictions on Permit and Zoning Approvals
• Identification of permitted use areas, difficult jurisdictions, filing deadlines, approval time frames, application requirements and zoning codes.
• Assist with Public Hearing investigation and preparation for submittals
• Assist with preparation of hearing packages (Plan Commission Boards, ZBA Hearing Boards, etc.) to obtain any and all necessary zoning relief as it relates to each site
• Coordination with local Utility, DOT, Railroad, Police and Fire, State owned properties.
• Review and analysis of 3rd party independent engineering reports.
• Perform review of zoning and construction drawings to verify they comply with the zoning codes and design requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Range $55k- $65k, Depending on Experience

Remote opportunity open to the following states:

• Omaha, NE
• Des Moines, IA
• Minneapolis, MN
• Birmingham, AL
• Dallas, TX
• Houston, TX
• Tulsa, OK
• Orlando, FL
• Raleigh, NC
• Charlotte, NC
• Itasca, IL
• Denver, CO
• New Orleans, LA
• Indianapolis, IN
• Nashville, TN

Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• College degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Experience in Zoning or Urban Planning a plus
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Above average organizational skills
• Strong Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
• Business skills should include excellent negotiation skills, strong customer orientation, excellent conflict management skills, excellent analytical & problem solving capability, excellent communication skills both oral and written, a strong business minded consultative approach with focus on profitability & margin.
• Up to 50% travel possible
• Must have the ability and be willing to travel, as required, for job related functions.
• Works primarily in an office environment

Hard work pays off. See what you’ll get for your effort:

Financial Security

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Life insurance
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Red Wing Boot Voucher

Health and Wellness

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)"

Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family and medical leave
• Bereavement leave

We meet your commitment with competitive pay and benefits. If this sounds like you, let’s talk. Build your career with MasTec!

MasTec, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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