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State of Utah · 6 hours ago

Region Permits Manager (Non-Engineer)

Utah County, UT

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

6+ years exp

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking an experienced professional to serve as the Region Permits Manager for Region Three. This role provides leadership and technical oversight of the Region Permits Office, facilitating development projects while ensuring the safety and functionality of state highways.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the Region Permits Office, providing direction, guidance, and oversight to permit staff

Directly supervise the Region Right of Way (ROW) Control Coordinator

Provide technical oversight for and provide and coordinate the technical review of permit applications and projects submitted by developers, government agencies, and private entities

Collaborate with the Region Traffic Operations Engineer and other regional staff on complex, permit-related issues

Ensure access and encroachment applications comply with Rule R930-6 and applicable state highway access categories

Ensure permit reviews, comments, and approvals are completed in a timely, consistent, and professional manner

Review and coordinate the evaluation of complex construction traffic control plans

Oversee permit inspections and ensure approved work is constructed properly through coordination with the ROW Control Coordinator and inspection staff

Lead or participate in weekly pre-application meetings to coordinate permits and development projects

Coordinate technical reviews with other technical specialties to include, but not limited to: pavement management, materials, hydraulics, preconstruction/design, traffic and safety, right of way, maintenance, and project management

Coordinate with central divisions and other Regions to ensure statewide consistency

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Roadway designTechnical oversightProject managementCivil engineeringConstruction managementUrban planningGISAnalytical skillsTeam coordinationData interpretationCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field or equivalent professional experience

At least six (6) years of relevant professional experience

At least two (2) years of experience in roadway design or a closely related field

Preferred

Strong communication skills when working with internal staff, public agencies, developers, and private citizens

Advanced technical and analytical skills to evaluate complex information and make sound decisions

The ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate work across diverse teams

Benefits

Great health and retirement benefits

Positive work-life balance

Company

State of Utah

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State of Utah provides links to government information sites and departments.

Founded in 1896

Salt Lake City, Utah, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.utah.gov/

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