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: Understanding that a 1-foot discrepancy on a map can stall a multi-million dollar construction project. Resourceful: Ability to find answers when a municipality's requirements are vague or outdated. Deadline-Driven: Thriving 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). Proven ability to interpret field notes and translate measurements into scaled, professional map sets. #J-18808-Ljbffr Namely