Urban Planner
An industry-leading, multidisciplinary firm is seeking an experienced Urban Planner to join its respected team in Chicago, Illinois. Consistently ranked among top ENR firms and known for setting the standard in employee satisfaction, the company offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful planning projects. The ideal candidate will support a variety of general and specialized planning functions, including the development of actionable comprehensive plans.
About the Firm
- National presence with offices in multiple states
- Multidisciplinary expertise in transportation, planning, water, surveying, construction, and more
- Hybrid schedule with a standard 4.5-day work week
- 9% 401(k) match
- Over 500 professionals on staff
Responsibilities
- Create visual materials to communicate planning concepts to diverse audiences
- Present planning ideas to clients, public officials, and community groups
- Coordinate with engineering teams on infrastructure-related planning issues
- Support proposal development and client engagement activities
- Contribute to the creation of graphic standards and templates for planning deliverables
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or a related field
- 4+ years of experience in urban or transportation planning
- Knowledge of municipal systems operations and infrastructure, including utilities, stormwater, water distribution, and wastewater management
- General expertise in leading planning efforts across transportation, parks and open space, land use, energy, sustainability, and resiliency
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