Finding the right fit:

Are you a self-starter with a propensity for innovation and creativity?

We are seeking an urban planning professional to join our team and assist with our growing practices that is centered in delivering cutting edge planning and design solutions to our southeastern clients. Put your passion for improving our communities and help us identify and implement resilient solutions for a growing and diverse client base. Engage with our collaborative and supportive team to take your career to the next level. Success will be defined by your professional capabilities, confidence and passion for community development and design, to meet client aspirations and implement solutions.

On any given day, you ll:

• Compile, research, analyze and evaluate data related to demographics, social, economic, environmental, land use, transportation, housing, parks and recreation and infrastructure to prepare reports, maps and presentations for project deliverables and grants.
• Conduct field evaluations and assessments for planning and urban design projects.
• Prepare downtown strategic plans, community redevelopment plans, zoning & land development codes, housing strategies, land development feasibility and regulatory applications.
• Review and prepare environmental assessments, plans and documents.
• Attend public workshops, charettes, evening meetings and public hearings.
• Develop a professional network to enhance business development opportunities.
• Evaluate project opportunities to respond to requests for proposals and task orders.
• Engage with internal and external clients consisting of public officials, urban planners, landscape architects, environmental professionals, civil engineers, transportation engineers and land surveyors to provide project inputs.
• Work with passionate internal teams and strong external clients to assist them with land use planning, economic development, grants, and urban design.

Required qualifications:

• A bachelor s degree in urban planning or urban development.
• An urban planner certificate or working toward its receipt.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of land use, community planning, urban design, public engagement, grants, and funding.
• Knowledge of municipal organization, operations, policies, procedures, and proficiency with municipal and state laws governing land use and environmental codes and ordinances.
• Valid driver s license with a good driving record.

Desired skills and experiences:

• Ability to work effectively independent, as well as in a collaborative team environment.
• Knowledge and practice of community development, urban land-use planning and community engagement, funding research and grant writing skills, and brownfield revitalization.
• A strong, professional network along with a body of work – either public sector projects managed for a locality, or private sector project experience.
• Experience in both the public and private sector along with strong management responsibilities.
• Experience with zoning, development code interpretation, site plan reviews, urban and rural redevelopment, land-use plans, and site conceptual design.
• Ability to visualize, critique designs, and quickly craft development strategies and solutions.
• Render plans and ideas via sketches and/or computer graphics and direct team to prepare designs.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, ArcGIS and CAD are preferred but not required.
• Experience participating in presentations and the preparation of proposals, budgets, and project timelines.
• Engagement in practice and thought leadership activities related to sustainability, resilience, and climate change.

Please note, benefits vary depending on job status.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, People with Disabilities