Permitting & Licensing Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Permitting & Licensing Specialist

Electrical Construction | Commercial • Residential • Solar

$22.00 - $28.00/hr (DOE)

Ensure Every Project Starts the Right Way.

Behind every successful electrical project is someone who makes sure the permits are approved, inspections are scheduled, contractor licenses are current, and every regulatory requirement has been met before work begins.

That person could be you.

If you're highly organized, enjoy working with municipalities and utility companies, love solving administrative challenges, and take pride in making sure every detail is handled accurately, you'll thrive in this role.

At Brda Electric, permitting and licensing aren't just paperwork—they're essential to delivering exceptional service, maintaining compliance, and ensuring our field teams can focus on what they do best.

We're looking for a detail-oriented Permitting & Licensing Specialist to support our Commercial, Residential, and Solar divisions by managing permits, contractor licensing, utility applications, inspection scheduling, and regulatory documentation.

Your work will help ensure every project begins on solid ground, remains compliant, and provides an outstanding experience for both our customers and our field teams.

Who We Are

For more than 37 years, Brda Electric has proudly served the Greater St. Louis area with exceptional residential, commercial, and solar electrical services. Through quality workmanship, integrity, and outstanding customer service, we've earned the trust of thousands of customers and more than 900 Five-Star Google Reviews.

Today, we're entering one of the most exciting chapters in our company's history.

We're investing in our people, improving our systems, expanding our services, and pursuing an ambitious vision for the future. To achieve it, we need exceptional people who take pride in accuracy, professionalism, and supporting operational excellence.

That's where you come in.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Become the Company's Permitting & Licensing Expert

You'll become the go-to resource for permits, inspections, utility applications, contractor licensing, and municipal requirements across our Commercial, Residential, and Solar divisions.

Make a Meaningful Impact

Every permit you obtain, every inspection you schedule, and every license you maintain helps our projects begin on time, keeps our company compliant, and supports an exceptional customer experience.

Every Day Brings Something New

One day you may be obtaining permits for a commercial tenant finish, the next processing residential service upgrades, coordinating solar interconnection paperwork, or renewing contractor registrations.

No two days are exactly alike.

Grow Alongside a Growing Company

As Brda Electric continues to expand, you'll have opportunities to broaden your knowledge, improve processes, and become an invaluable part of our operations team.

Enjoy Flexibility

We believe great employees deserve flexibility. After successful onboarding and demonstrated performance, remote or hybrid work opportunities may be available based on business needs and departmental requirements.

What You'll Do

Permitting Administration

Ensure projects receive the approvals needed before work begins.

• Prepare, review, and submit permit applications for commercial, residential, and solar projects
• Communicate with municipalities, counties, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
• Track permit status and approval timelines
• Obtain permit approvals and required documentation
• Maintain organized permit files and project records
• Notify internal teams when permits have been issued and projects are ready to move forward

Licensing & Compliance

Help ensure Brda Electric remains compliant across all jurisdictions.

• Maintain contractor licenses and municipal registrations
• Coordinate license renewals before expiration
• Submit required licensing documentation
• Maintain insurance certificates and supporting compliance documents
• Stay current with permitting requirements and municipal regulations
• Maintain organized compliance records

Inspection & Utility Scheduling

Coordinate required approvals throughout the permitting process.

• Schedule required municipal inspections
• Coordinate utility applications and approvals
• Submit solar interconnection documentation
• Communicate with utility providers regarding required paperwork
• Track inspection dates and approval status
• Ensure documentation is completed accurately and submitted on time

Documentation & Administrative Support

Maintain accurate records and provide administrative support to operations.

• Organize permit, licensing, and inspection documentation
• Update internal tracking systems
• Maintain accurate project records
• Respond to requests from municipalities, utilities, and internal departments
• Assist with process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

What We're Looking For

You're someone who:

• Loves organization and attention to detail
• Enjoys solving problems and finding answers
• Communicates professionally and confidently
• Takes pride in accuracy and thoroughness
• Can manage multiple deadlines without becoming overwhelmed
• Handles confidential information with integrity
• Learns quickly and adapts to changing priorities
• Brings initiative, professionalism, and a positive attitude to work every day

You're the type of person who enjoys creating order from complexity.

You find satisfaction in making sure every detail is handled correctly.

You take pride in being dependable, organized, and someone others can count on.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in permitting, licensing, construction administration, project administration, or a related field preferred
• Experience in the electrical, construction, engineering, or solar industries is highly preferred
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
• Experience using municipal permitting portals is a plus
• Experience coordinating with utility companies is preferred but not required
• Experience with permitting or licensing software is a plus

Compensation

$23–$28 per hour (DOE)

We believe great people deserve great pay. Compensation is based on your experience, qualifications, and the value you bring to our team.

Benefits

We believe great employees deserve great benefits.

• 100% Company-Paid Employee Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• HSA & FSA Options
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Professional Development Opportunities
• And More

Schedule & Work Location

Monday – Friday

Normal Business Hours

This position is primarily based at our office to support collaboration with our operations team. However, after successful onboarding and demonstrated proficiency, remote or hybrid work opportunities may be available based on performance, business needs, and departmental requirements.

We believe flexibility is earned through trust, accountability, and results.

Why Brda Electric?

We're large enough to offer exciting opportunities, yet small enough that every employee truly matters.

You'll work alongside people who believe in quality, integrity, teamwork, and doing the right thing. You'll be trusted to take ownership of your responsibilities, encouraged to improve processes, and recognized for the value you bring to our organization.

This isn't simply an administrative position.

It's an opportunity to become the trusted expert who helps keep Brda Electric compliant, organized, and ready to serve our customers with excellence.

If you enjoy precision, organization, problem-solving, and making sure everything is done the right way, you'll feel right at home here.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're passionate about organization, accuracy, and helping one of the St. Louis area's most respected electrical contractors operate at its best, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help power the next chapter of Brda Electric.