The Permit Coordinator is responsible for submitting and obtaining electronic solar and ESS permits. In addition, they will maintain Swell's AHJ, Utility, & Fire Department database, work with relevant stakeholders to decrease permitting cycle time, and manage Swell's third-party permitting teams.
Submit electronic solar and energy storage permits
Manage a team of 3rd party permitting teams
Lead weekly meetings to ensure each team is meeting current SLAs
Work cross-functionally to manage permits and identify and execute on targeted improvements to speed
Onboard and train additional 3rd party teams to ensure to meet projected volume and geographical coverage
In collaboration with various support groups, identify opportunities to continue to improve permitting
Update AHJ tracker to catalog AHJ-and Fire-specific requirements expected cycle time based on previous submittals, key contacts, and any other improvement information for permit submittal
Track and monitor key permitting metrics
Build on the AHJ database to help our site survey team, project coordinators, and sales team better anticipate AHJ-specific challenges and timeline
Verify all necessary documents match the customer’s utility bill and scope of work
Manage the business license database and work with the finance to ensure all relevant information for license renewal is up to date per the SOP
Attend AHJ meetings and events as needed to represent Company interests. Collaborate with Policy and legal teams when their support and coordination is needed
Support implementation of strategic campaigns for new products, tools, and processes – aim for rapid AHJ education and adoption
2+ years solar/solar+storage/storage or comparable industry experience
2+ years permitting experience
Ability to read/interpret construction/building plans and electrical diagrams
Ability to communicate with building officials/building departments/and external vendors regarding permitting requirements
Ability to communicate quickly and succinctly
Ability to research potential issues and develop solutions
Knowledge of MS Office and G-Suite (including Gmail, Gsheets, etc)
Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat and other pdf editing software
Exceptional attention to detail & ability to work independently remotely
Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong work ethic
Occasional travel to company events, and trainings.
Wage: $45,000-$50,000 per year.
Swell Energy, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity
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