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The Opportunity

A Fortune 500 telecommunications company seeks a Network Permitting & Utilities Supervisor on a remote basis, with a preference for candidates located in San Diego County, CA .  This is a long-term, temporary position expected to least  at least twelve months, possibly longer. The position requires 10–15% travel within the Irvine–San Diego area. The hourly rate is up to $45 - $50, plus reimbursement for internet, cell phone, and mileage expenses.

Primary Duties

The Network Permitting & Utilities Supervisor will lead all activities related to securing entitlements, permits, right-of-way access, and utility attachments for telecom infrastructure deployment. The role involves managing a team, coordinating with utility companies, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Additional duties include:

• Oversee utility relations, agreements, and application processes; negotiate access agreements and monitor timelines.
• Lead a team of specialists to manage permitting, entitlement, and utility coordination functions.
• Represent the company before local agencies, planning authorities, and governmental entities.
• Prepare, submit, and track permit applications; ensure compliance with NESC, NEC, GO 95, FCC regulations.
• Act as a liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders; resolve conflicts and maintain accurate project data.
• Provide research and guidance on utility attachment conditions and compliance requirements.

Requirements  

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in wireless carrier/site acquisition, utility coordination, or jurisdictional planning/zoning.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in fiber, telephone, or power utility joint use matters, engineering, or rights-of-way.
• Public Right-of-Way permitting and wireless industry experience preferred.
• Familiarity with PUC rules, NESC, GO 95, NEC, and FCC regulations.
• Strong organizational, negotiation, and communication skills; ability to multitask and work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and database systems.
• Willingness to travel 10–15% within the region.

The Partnership – Benefits

• ABA-MEC Medical Benefit
• PEP 401k
• Paid Time Off

Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status.