Haven Energy · 8 hours ago
Manager, Permitting
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expHaven Energy is accelerating the adoption of clean, resilient energy systems by helping homeowners and commercial operations install solar and battery storage. The Permit Manager will oversee the permitting process for solar and battery storage installations, ensuring compliance with local and state regulations while collaborating with various teams to facilitate project execution.
Renewable EnergyService IndustrySolar
Responsibilities
Lead the permitting process for residential and commercial solar projects in California, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations
Analyze trends and bottlenecks across AHJs, vendors, and regions, and drive targeted process improvements
Onboard and manage permit vendors for residential and commercial solar + storage projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations
Review and interpret technical plans and designs, providing feedback on code compliance and working with internal teams to make necessary adjustments
Serve as the primary point of contact for AHJs, ensuring that all necessary information is submitted and working through any issues or pushbacks
Utilize SolarApp+ and Symbium to streamline the permitting process and ensure timely submissions and approvals
Define and implement best-in-class permitting practices, helping scale operations while maintaining efficiency and accuracy. Implement systems to proactively follow up with AHJs to ensure permits are approved in a timely manner
Work closely with internal teams, including project managers, designers, and installation partners, to keep projects on track and resolve any permitting-related issues
Stay up-to-date on changes to local, state, and federal regulations that may impact permitting processes and incorporate new requirements into operations
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in permitting for solar + storage installations in California
Hands-on experience with SolarApp+ and Symbium platforms for permitting and compliance
Strong technical knowledge of solar system designs, electrical codes, and building codes relevant to California
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with AHJs to resolve permitting issues and expedite issuance
Ability to interpret complex plans and identify potential code compliance issues
Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment, managing multiple projects at once
Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative and solution-oriented approach
A proven background in managing and developing processes for external resources to efficiently support our efforts in permit submission and approval as we scale
Preferred
Knowledge of interconnection and utility-facing processes
Prior experience defining or improving internal processes for scalability
NABCEP certification or equivalent technical training
Benefits
Competitive salary, equity, and full benefits package
Company
Haven Energy
Haven Energy a climate technology firm that is hastening the adoption of home battery systems
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$51.2MKey Investors
Giant VenturesTurtle Hill Capital
2025-12-09Series B· $40M
2025-12-09Debt Financing
2024-01-30Series A· $7M
Leadership Team
Vinnie Campo
Co-Founder & CEO
Jeff Chapin
Co-Founder
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