Railroad Permitting Specialist

Railroad Permitting Specialist Alternate/Related Job Titles: Railroad Permit CoordinatorTransmission Line Permitting SpecialistUtility Permitting SpecialistInfrastructure Permitting CoordinatorEnvironmental Permitting Specialist Location: Akron, OH Onsite Flexibility: Onsite Contract Details: Position Type: ContractContract Duration: 12 MonthsStart: As Soon As PossiblePay Rate: $40 48/HrShift / Schedule: 40 Hours Per Week Job Summary: The Railroad Permitting Specialist will support infrastructure development projects by coordinating and managing permitting activities related to transmission line and substation expansion work. The role involves working with project managers, design engineers, environmental consultants, GIS mapping specialists, and real estate coordinators to secure necessary approvals and maintain compliance with railroad and linear infrastructure permitting requirements. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate with project managers, design engineers, environmental consultants, GIS mapping specialists, and real estate coordinators to prepare permit applications for railroad permitting to facilitate construction impacts related to transmission line and substation expansion projectsComplete and submit permit applications, and pursue application through timeframe until permit is issued or authorizedObtain permitting authorizations for all crossings related to linear transmission line projects, including but not limited to railroad crossings and turnpike crossingsObtain entry and access permitsSupport environmental permitting tasks if requestedSupport fiber and communication permitting tasks if requestedInteract with construction contractors for electrical transmission lines, fiber, road building, foundations, geotechnical, survey, and restoration with respect to permitting needs and maintain an understanding of railroad permitting complianceSupport client needs as directedAssist with document researchProvide assistance to client on electrical distribution projects Education Requirements: Bachelor's degree in related environmental field from an accredited curriculum Required Experience: Minimum of five years of experience with permitting Pennsylvania linear projectsExperience coordinating permits for infrastructure or utility construction projectsStrong understanding of railroad permitting processes and requirements Nice-to-Have Experience: Experience supporting electrical transmission or distribution projectsFamiliarity with environmental permitting processesExperience working with GIS teams, engineering groups, and infrastructure contractorsExposure to fiber or communications permitting Required Skills: Railroad permitting coordinationTransmission line and infrastructure permittingPermit application preparation and tracking Preferred Skills: Environmental permitting supportGIS coordination for infrastructure projectsUtility construction permittingCross-agency permit coordinationRegulatory documentation management Additional Skills: Good verbal and written communication skillsCapable of working with diverse skill sets in a fast paced environmentStrong analytical and problem solving skillsTeam player focused on Client serviceExcellent Time Management SkillsWell-organized and able to simultaneously pursue and track multiple project permitting effortsExperience interacting with construction contractors for electrical transmission lines, fiber, road building, foundations, geotechnical, survey, and restoration related to permitting needsMust have valid driver's license Benefits: Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans401k Retirement Fund About the Client: An infrastructure engineering firm that designs and builds essential infrastructure for cities. Their commitment to safety and quality has driven their success since 1898, supporting critical projects that help build and sustain thriving communities. About GTT: GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada. Job Number: 26-02466 #LI-GTT #LI-Onsite

Created: 2026-04-13