Permit Coordinator

Permit Coordinator Relocation Authorized: National/International - Single Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project Work Location: Cheyenne, WY, Houston, TX, Reston, VA Job Summary The Permit Coordinator is responsible for identifying, coordinating, obtaining, and tracking all regulatory and construction‑related permits required for project execution. The role serves as the primary interface between the project team, regulatory agencies, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), and subcontractors to ensure permitting requirements are met in accordance with project schedule, contractual obligations, and applicable regulations. Responsibilities Identify all required federal, state, county, and local permits for construction, utility, and temporary works activities. Develop and maintain a comprehensive Permitting Plan and Permit Matrix, including AHJ contacts, applicability triggers, review durations, and responsible parties. Coordinate preparation, submission, tracking, and closeout of permits, approvals, and notifications. Interface directly with AHJs to facilitate reviews, respond to comments, and support permit approvals. Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, Environmental, Safety, and Field teams to ensure permit conditions are understood and implemented. Support scheduling by identifying permit lead times, constraints, and inspection requirements that impact construction sequencing. Coordinate and support AHJ site inspections, including pre‑inspection readiness and closeout actions. Track permit conditions, expirations, renewals, and compliance requirements throughout the project lifecycle. Maintain complete and auditable permit records, correspondence, and approvals in accordance with project and corporate procedures. Provide regular permitting status updates to project management and construction leadership. Support estimating and planning teams by identifying permitting scope, costs, and risks during pre‑construction and construction. Safety/Quality Ensures Zero Accident Philosophy and requirements are implemented and adhered to by craft and others when in the operational area, and tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely. Enforces policies, procedures and related work rules as established by field construction management. Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or other relevant technical discipline from an accredited university AND a minimum of 8-10 years of relevant work experience, or 12-14 years relevant experience in the absence of a degree. Required Knowledge and Skills Experience with county or state permitting processes (e.g., building, grading, stormwater, environmental permits). Familiarity with construction permits and temporary construction permits. Experience in power generation, energy, or heavy industrial EPC projects. Experience supporting pre‑construction, early works, and field execution phases. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e‑mail their request to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bechtel Corporation