Urban Designer II

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Bolton & Menk, Inc.
Provides technical planning, urban design, and engineering solutions for safe, sustainable, beautiful communities.
Design small-area, downtown, and station plans, collaborating on multidisciplinary projects.
17 days ago ago
$70,000 - $98,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Minneapolis, MN
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Surveying
Planning
Landscape Architecture
Environmental Services
Construction Services
Design
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Site Planning
Design
Development
Residential
Commercial
Water Treatment
Role
What you would be doing
site visits
data analysis
community engagement
master planning
stakeholder meetings
  • Travel to facilities and other projected related locations as necessary.
  • Researches and creates reports and graphics summarizing a variety of urban design topics based on document review, data collection and analysis, and other methods.
  • Facilitates or assists with community engagement and outreach when developing and reviewing plans, including working with community groups, government agencies, developers, and elected officials.
  • Develops and/or guides the planning and design studies, technical memorandums, land development reviews, development site or master plans, and reporting in support of new and updated urban design plans, concepts, programs, regulations, and proposed projects.
  • Leads presentations and facilitates meetings with public officials, project clients, and project partners.
  • Candidates should upload a portfolio with at least 3 examples of work.
What you bring
aicp
landscape license
master's
cad
sketchup
adobe
  • Certificate by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), licensure as a professional Landscape Architecture in the state(s) of practice, or licensure as a professional architect in the state(s) of practice is strongly preferred but not required.
  • Master's degree in planning, landscape architecture, or related field from an accredited college with at least four years of progressive experience or equivalent education and experience
  • Excellent composition, grammar and proofreading skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong knowledge and skills in hand or digital drawings, sketching, and renderings
  • Possess a valid drivers license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong knowledge and skills in design software such as CAD, Sketchup, or similar programs is preferred
  • Thorough knowledge in related software (i.e. MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite)
  • Thorough understanding of placemaking and community design (building, streets, and public space types plus associated principles)
  • Excellent time management and organization skills.
  • Strong ability to communicate effectively verbally, in writing and through drawings
Benefits
  • Flexible spending account
  • Dependent care reimbursement
  • Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Parental leave
  • Short term and Long-term disability
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Competitive compensation plan - overtime compensation available to most employees
  • Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
  • 401(k) Match Program
  • Six paid company holidays
  • ESOP - Employee ownership (ESOP); 100% company-paid contributions
  • Discretionary bonuses available to most employees
  • Health insurance
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
  • no visa sponsorship will be provided; candidates must be authorized to work in the us.
Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1949
Company Origin Year
The company was established in 1949 in a small garage with the mission to rebuild aging infrastructure in local communities.
$600M+ Secured
Funding for Transportation
Over $600 million has been secured in the past five years for large-scale transportation projects.
Top 500 Engineering Firm
ENR Ranking
Ranked among ENR’s Top 500 engineering and surveying firms in the U.S., reflecting growth and technical excellence.
80% Chlorine Reduction
Water Treatment Innovation
Innovative chlorination-reduction initiatives have achieved an 80% reduction in chlorine use in water treatment plants.
  • Grown over decades into a regional firm delivering municipal engineering, water treatment, transportation, and design services across the U.S.
  • Delivers standout projects: award-winning wastewater treatment plants, innovative ocean outfalls, and chlorination-reduction initiatives.
  • Offers a broad suite of services including civil, structural, water, environmental planning, land surveying, GIS, and construction oversight.
  • Embraced forward-looking tools: drones and LiDAR for flood modeling, pilot water-treatment plants, and interactive project visualizations.
  • Continues to expand by integrating regional firms, raising capabilities and geographic reach while preserving local service roots.
Culture + Values
  • Collaborative
  • Innovative
  • Responsive
  • Committed to community and environment
  • Passionate about providing high-quality services
  • Focused on employee development and work-life balance
Environment + Sustainability
By 2050
Net-Zero Emissions
The company aims to achieve net-zero emissions, balancing emissions with carbon removal.
  • Commitment to environmental sustainability in all projects
  • Advocating for green infrastructure and sustainable design practices
  • Working to reduce environmental impact through energy efficiency and conservation
  • Focus on reducing carbon footprint in project delivery and operations
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued
  • Encouraging diverse perspectives and backgrounds
  • Implementing mentorship and development programs for underrepresented groups
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