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Hannah Smith

Chicago

Summary

Reliable industry professional and recent graduate experienced in urban planning and utility permitting, with a proven track record of successfully streamlining and meeting project and construction deadlines. Deeply passionate for sustainability, environmental and social justice, and collaborative engagement, especially when approached with sensitivity and openness.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Permit Analyst I

Primera Engineers
07.2023 - 05.2024
  • Prepared, submitted and obtained permits whilst diligently maintaining and tracking all project documentation and developing positive working relationships.
  • Gathered and analyzed zoning and permitting requirements as well as any risks for proposed projects.
  • Coordinated with internal/external project managers, designers, contractors, and jurisdictional contacts to ensure project logistics are communicated, fees paid, and required permits are obtained to maintain project timelines and execute construction.
  • Maintained a deep knowledge of ComEd technical specifications, jurisdictional right-of-way requirements, and familiarity of internal processes to ensure adherence to company and industry standards.
  • Communicated various project scopes, means of work, and relevant costs to jurisdictional contacts and clients.
  • Communicated redesign requests to engineers to ensure designs meet and exceed jurisdictions’
    expectations to maintain positive community relations.
  • Utilized ArcGIS to visualize, analyze, and share relevant geospatial data and maps with project clients.

Administrative Assistant

Franklin Soil & Water Conservation District
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • In addition to duties listed on prior role, managed timely and proper submission and filing of time-sheets, and completion of bi-weekly payroll.
  • Managed district inventory including receipt of new items, tracking existing items and disposal of items.
  • Assisted with handling and recording payables and receivables in coordination with Financial and Payroll Specialist.
  • Engaged with the public by assisting with various outreach programs, such as Get Grassy Lawn Care, Water Quality Partnerships, and Community Backyards.
  • Assisted with the field verification and editing of GIS-based data for various county and municipal projects, and to help properly manage the county's Natural Resources overall.
  • Assisted inspection of stormwater pollution prevention plans on construction sites and ensured that they were in compliance.

Administrative Intern

Franklin Soil & Water Conservation District
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Served as the initial interface to assist residents, and provided front office reception and general administrative support.
  • Managed administrative and shared files, including physical and computer files.

Summer Statewide Planning & Research Intern

Ohio Department Of Transportation
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Gained a foundational understanding of the regional transportation planning process and federal requirements.
  • Prepared write-ups and reports, and collected, entered, and analyzed transportation-related data.
  • Assisted with the development and update of statewide plans, such as the Transportation Systems Performance Report and Statewide Public Participation Plan.
  • Designed and published the Plan It Ohio Newsletter.
  • Assisted with graphic design and layout of various government manuals, trainings, and other documents.

Promotions Intern

CD 92.9 FM/102.5 FM
10.2019 - 05.2020
  • Prepared for and executed station events, concerts, move premieres, street fairs, and sales promotions.
  • Assisted with database entry, PSA and commercial spot writing, and social media and station newsletter updates.
  • Maintained records of event metrics, analyzing data to inform future promotion strategies.
  • Enhanced brand image through consistent representation at various promotional events.

Education

Bachelor of Science - City & Regional Planning

Ohio State University
Columbus
04.2023

College Credit Plus+

Columbus State Community College
Columbus
05.2018

Skills

  • Communication
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Research & Data Analysis
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Vision & Creativity
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • ArcGIS, ArcMap

Timeline

Permit Analyst I

Primera Engineers
07.2023 - 05.2024

Administrative Assistant

Franklin Soil & Water Conservation District
05.2022 - 11.2022

Administrative Intern

Franklin Soil & Water Conservation District
05.2022 - 07.2022

Summer Statewide Planning & Research Intern

Ohio Department Of Transportation
05.2021 - 07.2021

Promotions Intern

CD 92.9 FM/102.5 FM
10.2019 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Science - City & Regional Planning

Ohio State University

College Credit Plus+

Columbus State Community College
Hannah Smith