Permitting Agent

Rights & Permitting Agent
Springfield, MA Hybrid (3 Days in Office, 2 Remote)
(Contract-to-Hire)
Compensation: $45 - $50 per hour
ABOUT THE ROLE
Join the team of a Fortune 500 Utility Company as a Rights & Permitting Agent in Springfield, MA. In this contract-to-hire, hybrid role, you will play a key part in securing right-of-way easements and supporting land acquisition for distribution and transmission projects. Acting as the primary contact for municipalities, you will represent engineering, construction, and financial interests related to proposed municipal projects. This is an opportunity to support New England's largest energy distributor-recognized on TIME's 2024 Best Companies list-while advancing your career through structured professional and technical training in a flexible work environment.
WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Direct and support the process for obtaining municipal permits, approvals, and right-of-way easements for overhead and underground distribution and transmission projects
• Act as the primary contact for municipalities, representing the company's engineering, construction, and financial interests in municipal projects
• Coordinate with municipalities, government agencies, and internal partners to ensure permitting and compliance requirements are met
• Assist with research and documentation related to property ownership, easements, and land use
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering teams to communicate municipal requirements and support project execution
• Track permitting activities, documentation, and project status to support project timelines and regulatory compliance
• Provide administrative and billing support for permitting-related projects, attachments, and licenses as needed
• Participate in training and development opportunities, including the Elevate program, to build utility-specific permitting knowledge

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Public Administration, or a related field
• 1+ years of experience supporting or working within municipal permitting, easements, land use, zoning, or grant coordination
• Familiarity with municipal permitting processes and experience working with city or town departments
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Opportunity to support New England's largest energy distributor, recognized on TIME's 2024 Best Companies list
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Structured professional and technical training, including the Elevate program, to build and advance your skill set
• Access to health insurance and paid holidays