Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized

Solar Permitting & Compliance Coordinator

to manage all permitting, utility, and authority approvals for residential and commercial solar projects. This role is responsible for ensuring projects move efficiently from design completion through permit issuance, utility approval, and readiness for installation.

The Solar Permitting & Compliance Coordinator will act as the central point of contact between municipalities, utilities, inspectors, engineers, and internal teams. Success in this role requires strong knowledge of AHJ requirements, excellent documentation skills, and the ability to manage a high volume of active permits while preventing delays.

If you thrive on keeping projects compliant, organized, and moving forward--and enjoy working with multiple stakeholders to get approvals across the finish line--this role is for you.

Responsibilities

Permitting & Authority Coordination

Prepare, submit, and track solar permit applications with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction Manage utility applications including net metering, microgeneration, and interconnection approvals Serve as the primary liaison between the company and permitting offices, utilities, and inspectors Respond promptly to plan check comments, deficiencies, and revision requests

Documentation & Compliance Management

Ensure all permit packages are complete and accurate, including site plans, electrical diagrams, engineering letters, and product spec sheets Verify system designs comply with local building codes, electrical codes, fire setback requirements, and utility standards Maintain organized digital records of permits, approvals, revisions, and inspection outcomes

Cross-Team Collaboration

Work closely with design, engineering, sales, and installation teams to resolve permitting issues Coordinate design revisions required by AHJs or utilities Communicate permitting timelines and constraints clearly to internal stakeholders to support installation scheduling

Inspection & Approval Tracking

Schedule inspections and coordinate corrections or re-inspections when required Track permit statuses, inspection results, and approval timelines across multiple jurisdictions Ensure final permit sign-off and utility approval are obtained prior to commissioning

Process Improvement & Reporting

Monitor permitting timelines to identify bottlenecks and reduce project delays Stay current on changing municipal, provincial/state, and utility solar regulations Provide regular status updates, reports, and risk flags to project management and leadership teams Assist in developing standardized permitting processes and checklists to improve efficiency

Backgrounds Preferred

Previous experience in solar permitting, project coordination, construction administration, or utility-facing roles Strong understanding of solar permitting workflows, AHJ requirements, and utility interconnection processes Ability to read and interpret solar designs, site plans, electrical single-line diagrams, and engineering documents Proficiency with tools such as: ProCore Aurora Solar Bluebeam Monday.com / ClickUp CRM or document management platforms Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills Strong written and verbal communication skills when dealing with municipalities and utilities Ability to manage high permit volumes while maintaining accuracy and compliance Familiarity with regional solar codes, utility rules, and inspection processes is strongly preferred
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off
Experience:

Administrative: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person