Accenture · 11 hours ago
Infrastructure & Capital Projects - Permitting Specialist, ANS
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $230K/yr
10+ years expAccenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects is focused on transforming how capital projects are planned and executed. The Permitting Specialist will identify and manage all permits and approvals required for public transit projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and serving as a key point of contact between project teams and regulatory bodies.
Business Information SystemsConstructionConsultingInformation ServicesInformation TechnologyInfrastructureManagement ConsultingOutsourcing
No H1B
Responsibilities
You’ll identify all permits and approvals required for the construction, operation, and maintenance of public transit projects
You’ll prepare and submit permit applications to the appropriate authorities, ensuring documentation is accurate and complete
You’ll track the status of submitted permits and proactively resolve issues or respond to requests for additional information from permitting agencies
You’ll serve as the primary point of contact between the project team and regulatory bodies
You’ll interpret and communicate permitting requirements to project managers, engineers, and contractors
You’ll maintain an up‑to‑date database of permits, conditions, expiration dates, and compliance requirements
You’ll coordinate with environmental, engineering, and legal teams to ensure all project elements meet regulatory standards
You’ll monitor regulatory changes and advise the project team on potential impacts to schedules and requirements
You’ll participate in meetings with public agencies, community groups, and other stakeholders as needed
You’ll prepare reports and presentations on permitting status for internal and external audiences
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in urban planning, environmental science, engineering, public administration, or a related field
10+ years of experience obtaining permits assessments for transit related projects, WA state permitting experience strongly preferred
Preferred
Must be a self-starter that is reliable, responsive to client needs, professional, and have the ability to maintain long-term relationships with clients and other construction related and business professionals and handle confidential information with discretion and trustworthiness
Strong understanding of environmental regulations, building codes, and land use policies. Knowledge of NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) and other environmental permitting frameworks
Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
Learning oriented, creative and possess advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to transfer prior experience to new projects
Company
Accenture
Accenture is a professional services company that provides solutions in strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6MKey Investors
Youth Business International
2018-10-01Grant· $6M
2001-07-27IPO
Leadership Team
Jeff Laue
CEO and Senior Managing Director of Accenture Digital Inside Sales
Aditya Tandon
Intelligent Automation Canada Lead
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