Planning Project Manager

Description

• Perform planning calculations to support applications such as, but not limited to, site distances, site areas, setbacks, population projections, impact analyses, concurrency reservations, etc.
• Communicate directly with clients to report project status, project schedule, and all other project-related information
• Assist the Director of Planning with the preparation of project proposals
• Prepare project status reports and budget reports for review by the Director of Planning
• Ensure accurate and supportive justification reports and applications for project submittals
• Provide feedback regarding Project Planners and Planning Interns/GIS Technicians work performance to the Director of Planning for use in employee evaluations
• Participate in local, state, and/or national professional organizations to develop new business relationships and strengthen existing relationships
• Quality control and quality assurance for all assigned projects
• Represent projects at regulatory staff meetings, public workshops, and public hearings
• Keep updated on trends and events within the field of Planning to remain competitive, fully informed, and ahead of the competition
• Cooperate and work closely with all Planning Dept. staff, Design Dept. staff, Engineering Dept. staff, Project Managers, and Department Directors to ensure the client’s goals are met and projects stay on schedule and within budget
• Assign project tasks to Project Planners and Planning Interns/GIS Technicians

Requirements

• Planning and business computer applications with working knowledge of the following software and skills: Environmental Systems Research Incorporated (ESRI) ArcGIS, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Bluebeam, and Adobe software
• The ability to comprehend and apply Comprehensive Plan and Zoning policies, Special Area Studies, and technical reports related to environmental conditions, geotechnical conditions, site lighting, tree mitigation, etc.
• Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, and graphical
• Passing the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) exam is required
• Excellent organizational skills
• AutoCAD experience not required but strongly preferred
• BA or MA/ Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Design, Geography, Geomatics, or another related field of study
• This position will be subject to indoor and outside environmental conditions, including weather conditions such as wet and /or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments.
• Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.
• Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to walk over rough and uneven terrain and be able to stand up to 10-12 hours a day on occasion.
• Work will primarily be in the field involving long term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards at construction and project sites.

Benefits

• Weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance