Permitting & Licensing Specialist

Electrical Construction | Commercial • Residential • Solar

$22.00 - $28.00/hr (DOE)

Ensure Every Project Starts the Right Way.

Behind every successful electrical project is someone who makes sure the permits are approved, inspections are scheduled, contractor licenses are current, and every regulatory requirement has been met before work begins.

That person could be you.

If you're highly organized, enjoy working with municipalities and utility companies, love solving administrative challenges, and take pride in making sure every detail is handled accurately, you'll thrive in this role.

At Brda Electric, permitting and licensing aren't just paperwork—they're essential to delivering exceptional service, maintaining compliance, and ensuring our field teams can focus on what they do best.

We're looking for a detail-oriented Permitting & Licensing Specialist to support our Commercial, Residential, and Solar divisions by managing permits, contractor licensing, utility applications, inspection scheduling, and regulatory documentation.

Your work will help ensure every project begins on solid ground, remains compliant, and provides an outstanding experience for both our customers and our field teams.

Who We Are

For more than 37 years, Brda Electric has proudly served the Greater St. Louis area with exceptional residential, commercial, and solar electrical services. Through quality workmanship, integrity, and outstanding customer service, we've earned the trust of thousands of customers and more than 900 Five-Star Google Reviews.

Today, we're entering one of the most exciting chapters in our company's history.

We're investing in our people, improving our systems, expanding our services, and pursuing an ambitious vision for the future. To achieve it, we need exceptional people who take pride in accuracy, professionalism, and supporting operational excellence.

That's where you come in.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

Become the Company's Permitting & Licensing Expert

You'll become the go-to resource for permits, inspections, utility applications, contractor licensing, and municipal requirements across our Commercial, Residential, and Solar divisions.

Make a Meaningful Impact

Every permit you obtain, every inspection you schedule, and every license you maintain helps our projects begin on time, keeps our company compliant, and supports an exceptional customer experience.

Every Day Brings Something New

One day you may be obtaining permits for a commercial tenant finish, the next processing residential service upgrades, coordinating solar interconnection paperwork, or renewing contractor registrations.

No two days are exactly alike.

Grow Alongside a Growing Company

As Brda Electric continues to expand, you'll have opportunities to broaden your knowledge, improve processes, and become an invaluable part of our operations team.

Enjoy Flexibility

We believe great employees deserve flexibility. After successful onboarding and demonstrated performance, remote or hybrid work opportunities may be available based on business needs and departmental requirements.

What You'll Do

Permitting Administration

Ensure projects receive the approvals needed before work begins.

Prepare, review, and submit permit applications for commercial, residential, and solar projects
Communicate with municipalities, counties, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
Track permit status and approval timelines
Obtain permit approvals and required documentation
Maintain organized permit files and project records
Notify internal teams when permits have been issued and projects are ready to move forward

Licensing & Compliance

Help ensure Brda Electric remains compliant across all jurisdictions.

Maintain contractor licenses and municipal registrations
Coordinate license renewals before expiration
Submit required licensing documentation
Maintain insurance certificates and supporting compliance documents
Stay current with permitting requirements and municipal regulations
Maintain organized compliance records

Inspection & Utility Scheduling

Coordinate required approvals throughout the permitting process.

Schedule required municipal inspections
Coordinate utility applications and approvals
Submit solar interconnection documentation
Communicate with utility providers regarding required paperwork
Track inspection dates and approval status
Ensure documentation is completed accurately and submitted on time

Documentation & Administrative Support

Maintain accurate records and provide administrative support to operations.

Organize permit, licensing, and inspection documentation
Update internal tracking systems
Maintain accurate project records
Respond to requests from municipalities, utilities, and internal departments
Assist with process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy

What We're Looking For

You're someone who:

Loves organization and attention to detail
Enjoys solving problems and finding answers
Communicates professionally and confidently
Takes pride in accuracy and thoroughness
Can manage multiple deadlines without becoming overwhelmed
Handles confidential information with integrity
Learns quickly and adapts to changing priorities
Brings initiative, professionalism, and a positive attitude to work every day

You're the type of person who enjoys creating order from complexity.

You find satisfaction in making sure every detail is handled correctly.

You take pride in being dependable, organized, and someone others can count on.

Qualifications

Previous experience in permitting, licensing, construction administration, project administration, or a related field preferred
Experience in the electrical, construction, engineering, or solar industries is highly preferred
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
Experience using municipal permitting portals is a plus
Experience coordinating with utility companies is preferred but not required
Experience with permitting or licensing software is a plus

Compensation

$23–$28 per hour (DOE)

We believe great people deserve great pay. Compensation is based on your experience, qualifications, and the value you bring to our team.

Benefits

We believe great employees deserve great benefits.

100% Company-Paid Employee Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
HSA & FSA Options
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Professional Development Opportunities
And More

Schedule & Work Location

Monday – Friday

Normal Business Hours

This position is primarily based at our office to support collaboration with our operations team. However, after successful onboarding and demonstrated proficiency, remote or hybrid work opportunities may be available based on performance, business needs, and departmental requirements.

We believe flexibility is earned through trust, accountability, and results.

Why Brda Electric?

We're large enough to offer exciting opportunities, yet small enough that every employee truly matters.

You'll work alongside people who believe in quality, integrity, teamwork, and doing the right thing. You'll be trusted to take ownership of your responsibilities, encouraged to improve processes, and recognized for the value you bring to our organization.

This isn't simply an administrative position.

It's an opportunity to become the trusted expert who helps keep Brda Electric compliant, organized, and ready to serve our customers with excellence.

If you enjoy precision, organization, problem-solving, and making sure everything is done the right way, you'll feel right at home here.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're passionate about organization, accuracy, and helping one of the St. Louis area's most respected electrical contractors operate at its best, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help power the next chapter of Brda Electric.