Permit Coordinator
Actalent
Posted Monday, May 4, 2026
Posting ID: JP-006003553
Job Description
Join a dedicated team working on the EACAM fiber project, aimed at deploying fiber optic networks in rural areas with funding from the Enhanced Alternative Connect America Model (E-ACAM) program. This initiative supports telecommunication carriers in bringing high-speed broadband to remote locations.
Responsibilities
- Draw Permit Polygons and manage ROW/COLO documentation.
- Interpret existing fiber cable records, staking sheets, as-builts, as-stake, PUE, easement, and ROW/COLO documents.
- Submit all documents, staking sheets, and permit packets to applicable permitting entities.
- Manage tracking and project management systems, storing permit-related documents and records.
- Attend DB621 training, provide status updates, and participate in quality control review meetings.
- Attend all project meetings, provide update information, and participate in strategic planning calls.
- Work with municipalities to ensure design drawings meet permit application requirements.
- 1+ year of experience as a permit coordinator or similar role for telecommunication/fiber projects.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Excel for logging and tracking information.
- Experience communicating with end customers via email, phone, etc.
- Experience obtaining necessary information from municipalities or similar entities.
- Ability to work remotely with a high degree of trust and reliability.
- Ability to read design drawings.
- Experience in telecommunications, construction, and working with municipalities.
- Experience with aerial and/or underground fiber projects.
This is a 100% remote position, part of a 30-month project for a large communication carrier. You will be part of a team of six coordinators and two leads. The role requires online availability from 9 AM to 3 PM CST, with flexibility to complete a 40-hour workweek. The company will provide all necessary hardware, including a computer, desktop, keypad, and mouse. Enjoy two weeks of PTO and six paid holidays.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Madison, WI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully remote position.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 18, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Contact Information
Recruiter: Neckhat Amiri
Phone: (608) 240-3157
Email: namiri@actalentservices.com
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