Manager, Permitting
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- Dana Point, United States
- Lake Oswego, United States
- Phoenix, United States
- Salt Lake City, United States
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Manager, Permitting at Copia Power: Dana Point, United States, Lake Oswego, United States, Phoenix, United States +1 more; On-site; Lead; Engineering, Manufacturing & Construction. JobGrid adds normalized role facts, source context, and a path to the employer application page so candidates can compare the listing before applying.
- Location and workplace: Dana Point, United States, Lake Oswego, United States, Phoenix, United States +1 more, On-site
- Role classification: Engineering, Manufacturing & Construction, Lead
- Source freshness: checked by JobGrid on 2026-05-29.
- Application path: candidates continue to the employer application page with non-personal referral tags.
Copia Power (“Copia”) is an energy transition company committed to developing, constructing and owning large-scale infrastructure assets in the U.S. Copia is actively developing more than 15 GW of renewable energy generation and storage capacity and 12 GW of data center and industrial load. Copia is backed by Carlyle, one of the world’s largest global investment firms.
At Copia, we pride ourselves on a culture where sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the environment, and we believe that achieving this goal requires not just hard work but also enjoying the journey. Our team thrives on connectivity, fostering strong relationships across all levels of the organization. Together, we combine passion and playfulness to drive progress and make a difference.
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
- Acting as the lead subject matter expert to obtain all necessary permits related to both early and late-stage thermal energy projects, as well as projects in the construction phase, and support the project through commissioning and project financing processes.
- Managing third-party consultants and experts in support of the permitting of portfolio projects.
- Coordinating with interdisciplinary teams including development, real estate, engineering, interconnection and legal.
- Facilitating project discretionary permitting including permit strategy, tracking permit efforts, working with local AHJs, and obtaining all entitlements for the successful construction and operation of project facilities.
- Collaborating with an internal team and external consultants to identify siting constraints, project design, technology options, and both regional and local permitting strategies.
- Leading direct engagement with community stakeholders and regulatory officials.
- Supporting community outreach and engagement in tandem with the project development team.
- Representing Copia and the projects in community meetings and hearings.
What We Look For:
- Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written correspondence.
- Highly driven with problem-solving abilities, integrity, and strong work ethic.
- Proactive mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Ability to work effectively within a rapidly changing organization.
- Demonstrated collaborative partnerships with peers, management, and vendors.
- Resourcefulness and polite persistence.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5+ years professional experience, in the energy industry (AZ and BLM experience preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Proven experience with Microsoft Office, including advanced proficiency in PowerPoint & Excel
- Experience with project management software
- Ability to work in the Dana Point, Salt Lake City, or Lake Oswego office a minimum of 3 days per week.
- Ability to travel up to 30%
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Compensation:
At Copia, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your skills, qualifications, location, and experience. This role may also be eligible for benefits, performance bonuses, and other perks. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.
Our Benefits:
At Copia, we prioritize diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where everyone can be their true selves every day. Our commitment extends to providing comprehensive benefits to all employees, such as:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage (with no premiums)
- Company contribution to 401(k) plans
- Annual bonus eligibility
- Flexible work hours
- Unlimited paid time off for a healthy work-life balance
- Paid holidays to celebrate and recharge
- Wellness and cell phone credits to support personal well-being
- Life and AD&D insurance for peace of mind
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for community and support
- Opportunities for professional development to grow and thrive within the company
We believe that by fostering a culture of inclusivity and offering these benefits, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally.
About Copia:
Copia Power (“Copia”), is a wholly owned portfolio company of the global investment firm, The Carlyle Group. Copia’s platform is focused on developing, owning, and operating utility-scale sustainable infrastructure in the United States. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information, visit www.copiapower.com.
At Copia, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.