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Designforce

Director of Planning

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Lead planning and design teams to create visionary, buildable community plans in Maryland.
7d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Germantown, MD
Office Full-Time
Role
What you would be doing
entitlement strategy
conceptual design
team leadership
client advisory
strategic planning
visual production
  • Stay actively engaged in the industry and local communities to build meaningful relationships and identify opportunities for the firm to stand out.
  • Lead and collaborate on entitlement strategies across projects, developing conceptual designs that communicate a clear and compelling vision.
  • Directly lead, coach, and mentor a talented team of planners and landscape architects.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them navigate local standards while advocating for innovative land use strategies that challenge convention and elevate outcomes.
  • Engage in organization-wide leadership activities, including strategic planning, to help support the strategic advancement of their firm.
  • Contribute to thought leadership efforts through research, writing, presentations, and other initiatives that strengthen our market position and perspective.
  • Produce visuals, design documents, and graphics that bridge the gap between creative vision and practical implementation.
What you bring
12+ years
community planning
landscape architecture
aicp
leadership
mentoring

Are you a design professional passionate about shaping communities that are as functional as they are inspiring? Our client is seeking a Senior Director of Strategic Design and Planning to lead a talented team of planners and landscape architectural professionals in developing visionary yet buildable plans for communities across Maryland. This role blends creativity, leadership, and strategy, perfect for a design-driven professional who thrives on complexity, enjoys mentoring others, and is eager to influence high-impact, private-sector projects.

  • 12 + years of relevant land planning, landscape architecture, and/or urban design experience
  • Deep expertise in community planning, site design, entitlement strategy, and regulatory navigation
  • Bachelors Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Urban Planning, or related field
  • In possession or pursuit of AICP credentials
Benefits
  • Paid Mini Sabbatical Program
  • Housing Support
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage
  • Federal Holidays Paid Off
  • Paid Cell Phone
  • Unlimited Paid time Off
  • On-Demand External Career Coach
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Hybrid Work Options with Dual Workspace Setup
  • Robust Professional Development Support
  • Retirement Plan and Profit Sharing
  • Close Knit Culture with Weekly Catered Team Lunches
  • Competitive Performance & Retention Bonus Program
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  • Founded to provide innovative design and engineering solutions, they have become a leading force in the industry.
  • With a focus on complex and large-scale projects, they offer end-to-end services, from conceptualization to execution.
  • Their expertise spans several sectors, including buildings, energy, infrastructure, and utilities, ensuring comprehensive solutions.
  • Known for cutting-edge project management strategies and delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • A history of successful collaboration with industry leaders has solidified their reputation for excellence in the design and engineering space.
  • Notable projects include high-profile infrastructure developments and energy-efficient commercial buildings, showcasing their versatility.
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