Railroad Permitting Specialist

Railroad Permitting Specialist

Location: Akron, OH
Job Type: Long-Term Contract Opportunity

Aspen Technical Staffing is seeking a Railroad Permitting Specialist for a long-term contract opportunity supporting utility infrastructure projects in the Akron, Ohio area. This role will be responsible for coordinating and securing railroad-related permits and authorizations to support transmission line, substation, and related infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have experience navigating complex permitting requirements for linear utility projects and working with a variety of project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project managers, design engineers, environmental consultants, GIS mapping specialists, and real estate coordinators to prepare and submit railroad permit applications.
• Manage permit applications from initiation through approval, ensuring timely issuance of permits and authorizations.
• Obtain permitting authorizations for linear transmission line projects, including:
  • Railroad crossings
  • Turnpike crossings
  • Entry permits
  • Access permits
• Track permit status and maintain detailed records of permitting activities and project milestones.
• Support environmental permitting efforts as needed.
• Support fiber and communications permitting activities as requested.
• Collaborate with construction contractors involved in transmission lines, fiber installations, road construction, foundations, geotechnical investigations, surveying, and restoration activities to ensure permitting compliance.
• Assist with document research and permit-related due diligence.
• Provide permitting support for electrical distribution projects.
• Respond to client requests and provide project support as directed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Natural Resources, Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience obtaining permits for Pennsylvania linear infrastructure projects.
• Experience coordinating railroad crossing permits and related utility permitting requirements.
• Strong understanding of permitting processes for transmission, distribution, and utility infrastructure projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and permitting efforts simultaneously.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong client service mindset and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and permit tracking systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting utility, transmission, distribution, telecommunications, or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with environmental permitting and right-of-way processes.
• Experience working with railroad companies, state agencies, and utility owners.

Aspen Technical Staffing
CELEBRATING 25 YEARS
~2001-2026~

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under the law. Assistance with the application process is available upon request.