Urban Planner - Project Manager

November 5

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Description

• Project management of planning projects with low to moderate complexity • Report on project schedule, financial status, and other management metrics • Assist with identifying new project leads, research, and proposal writing • Establish/maintain positive relationships with clients, co-workers, and project teams • Contract for services with clients and with sub-contractors • Prepare and manage Project Plans (scopes of work, schedules, fees, and changes) • Perform research, analytical, and statistical tasks • Prepare land use recommendations, design and development guidelines and comprehensive planning direction • Visualize urban design and development strategies • Prepare maps and graphics • Assist in writing a variety of planning documents, publications, forms, reports, memoranda, and grant applications • Assist with environmental reviews and municipal entitlement processes • Attend, support, and prepare summaries for public, stakeholder, and advisory meetings • Stay informed of new developments and techniques in planning practice areas and offer thought leadership on best planning practices • Maintain active involvement in industry organizations, including conference presentations and leadership-level participation • Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with the contract scope of work, identify risks, and proactively address issues • Guide the development and/or design of projects to meet internal and Client expectations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban, Community or Regional Planning or a related field from an accredited university • 8+ years minimum of professional technical experience, project management experience preferred • AICP preferred • Experience with and proficiency with a variety of computer software including Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Sketchup and ArcGIS preferred • Strong ability to create maps, graphic designs, and publications • Excellent analytical, research and creative skills • Ability to write, review and interpret zoning codes and environmental laws, regulations, and policies • Strong understanding of (and passion for) “Smart Growth” principles and good community design practices • Familiarity and experience with land use and environmental regulations • Willingness to assume new roles and mentor junior staff • Establish, maintain, and model strong client relationships adhering to the Fisher Clientship philosophy • Aspire to excellence, consistently seek to improve, and demonstrate high-quality work at all levels • Team player: collaborate effectively at all levels

Benefits

• Competitive benefit package • Immediate enrollment in our 401k plan with an annual company contribution • Company-paid life insurance & long-term disability insurance • Generous PTO • Flexible hybrid work schedule