Permitting/Design Coordinator - Telecommunications
Position Summary
BAAC Construction is hiring a detail-oriented Permitting/Design Coordinator to support the design and approval of telecommunications networks across Alberta, in both urban and rural settings.

Working closely with the Design Manager and project team, you will prepare, submit, and track permit applications, coordinate crossing agreements and consents, and support the assembly of design packages. Your work keeps approvals moving ahead of construction so field crews can build on schedule.

This position is ideal for someone who knows Alberta permitting processes first-hand, stays organized under tight timelines, and takes ownership of every approval from submission to sign-off.

Location

Reporting office located in Calgary, Alberta

Projects across Alberta, in both urban and rural settings

What You’ll Do
Permitting & Approvals

Prepare and submit permit applications and supporting packages to:

Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC)

Municipalities, counties, and municipal districts (MDs)

Other regulatory authorities as required

Maintain the permit tracker, including submissions, status, conditions, and expiry dates

Proactively flag upcoming permit expirations and initiate renewals well in advance so approvals never lapse

Review permit conditions and make sure they are reflected in the design and communicated to construction

Crossings, Consents & Land

Coordinate crossing agreements and consents with pipeline operators, railways, and utility owners

Coordinate landowner consents and right-of-way documentation with land agents

Coordinate environmental and historical resources requirements with consultants

Design Support & Document Control





Gather base information for design, including:

Utility records

Land titles

Right-of-way plans

Support the design team with drawing package assembly, markups, and revisions

Maintain document control for all design and permitting deliverables

Reporting & Communication

Provide regular status updates to the Design Manager and Project Manager

Communicate professionally and follow up persistently with agencies, municipalities, utility and pipeline operators, land agents, and landowners

Raise issues early and work with the team to keep projects on schedule

What You Bring
Required Experience

Permitting, land, or design coordination experience in telecommunications, utilities, oil and gas, or construction in Alberta

Direct experience with Alberta permitting processes in both urban and rural settings

Hands-on experience with TEC roadside development permits and municipal, county, and MD approvals

Working knowledge of:

Pipeline and rail crossing agreements

Utility owner consents and landowner agreements

Environmental and historical resources requirements

Technical Skills

Ability to read construction drawings and assemble design packages

AutoCAD, GIS, or Google Earth experience is considered an asset

Experience with Smartsheet, Microsoft Office, and Trimble Construction One is considered an asset

Education





Post-secondary education in engineering technology, GIS, land administration, or a related field is considered an asset

Core Competencies

Highly organized, with robust attention to detail and accuracy

Self-starter who takes initiative and works well with a high degree of autonomy

Follows up without being asked and takes pride in keeping permits ahead of schedule

Clear, open communicator who raises issues early and follows through on commitments

Comfortable in a growing company where processes are still evolving, and sees that as an opportunity to contribute

Hands-on and willing to pitch in wherever the team needs support

What We Offer

Comprehensive 100% employer-paid health benefits (dental care, vision care, disability insurance)

Paid time off

Competitive wages based on experience and qualifications

Company events and employee celebrations

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for career growth and advancement within BAAC Construction Inc.

Why Join BAAC Construction?

Work on high-demand telecommunications and fibre optic infrastructure projects across Alberta

Play a key role in getting projects approved and ready for construction

Be part of a team committed to quality, safety, and excellence

Join a growing company with steady work and long-term career opportunities

Build your career with a respected civil construction and telecommunications contractor

Equal Opportunity Employer
BAAC Construction is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities without regard to legally protected characteristics.

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