OSP Permitting Specialist - Nashville, TN

Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented OSP (Outside Plant) Permitter to join our fiber construction team. This role is critical in bridging the gap between field data and official city/utility approvals. You will be responsible for translating field measurements into precise CAD drawings and navigating the regulatory landscape to secure the necessary permits for our high-speed fiber deployments. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Design & Drafting: Use AutoCAD to create detailed permit drawings, including plan and profile views of intersections, existing utilities, and proposed fiber routes.- Data Integration: Take raw field measurements and survey data to accurately plot distances and infrastructure onto digital maps.- GIS Mapping: Utilize ArcGIS/ESRI platforms to manage spatial data and ensure project alignment with existing utility grids.- Permit Lifecycle Management: Prepare, submit, and track permit applications through various agencies (City, County, DOT, and private utilities).- Quality Control: Ensure all drawings meet both customer specifications and the strict standards of local permitting jurisdictions.- Collaboration: Coordinate with field technicians and project managers to resolve any design conflicts discovered during the permitting process.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Technical Proficiency: * AutoCAD (Mandatory): Advanced ability to create technical drawings from scratch.
• GIS Software: Experience with ArcGIS, ESRI, or similar spatial mapping tools.
• Microsoft Office: Proficient in Excel (for tracking) and Outlook (for agency communication).- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Right-of-Way (ROW) requirements and utility franchise agreements.- Precision-Focused: You understand that a 1-foot discrepancy on a map can stall a multi-million dollar construction project.- Resourceful: You know how to find answers when a municipality's requirements are vague or outdated.- Deadline-Driven: You thrive in an environment where timely submissions are key to keeping construction crews moving.Education & Experience- Minimum of 2 years specifically in Utilities Permitting (Fiber, Power, Gas, or Water).- Mapping Accuracy: Proven ability to interpret field notes and translate measurements into scaled, professional map sets.

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