Principal Planner - Placemaking + Resilience at Lja in McKinney, TX | Kablio

Role

Description

strategic direction

program management

project leadership

staff mentoring

scheduling oversight

qa/qc management

Directs strategies, complex negotiations, and complex projects/initiatives
Leads multi-disciplinary/large programs
Mentors experienced staff
Oversees staff scheduling and QA/QC systems

Requirements

12+ years

leadership

business development

planning degree

leed

aicp

12+ years
Recognized leader
Proven business development and financial stewardship
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Architecture, or related field
AICP, ENV, PLA, AIA, CNU-A, LEED, or other job-related certification required

Benefits

Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Engaged leadership in a related professional organization, especially the American Planning Association or similar organization, encouraged. Professional organization leadership roles, speaking engagements, and thought leadership opportunities encouraged.
Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1972

Year Established

The company has been providing engineering and consulting services since its inception.

800+ Employees

Team Size

LJA Engineering operates with a team of over 800 skilled professionals driving innovative solutions.

LJA has built a reputation as a leading provider of engineering, planning, and consulting services.
The company offers innovative solutions across multiple sectors, including transportation, water resources, and land development.
LJA takes on complex projects, ranging from large-scale infrastructure to community-focused initiatives.
LJA's work is diverse, from designing efficient transportation systems to revitalizing water resources for sustainable communities.
Their portfolio includes impactful projects for municipal governments, private developers, and energy firms.

Culture + Values

Collaboration – We work together, across teams and locations, to bring out the best in each other.
Ingenuity – We challenge ourselves to think outside the box and create solutions that drive success.
Work‑Life Balance – We believe that caring for our people means supporting their well‑being inside and outside of work.
Opportunities to Grow – We provide professional development, mentorship, and career advancement paths for our employee‑owners.
“Work hard and play harder. We genuinely like our co‑workers, and this shows in everything we do.”

Environment + Sustainability

20% Yearly Vesting

ESOP Contributions

Employee Stock Ownership Plan contributions vest 20% annually, with full vesting after five years.

№1 Ranked Workplace

USA Today's Top Workplace

Recognized as the #1 Top Workplace in the USA by USA Today based on employee-owner feedback.

Inclusion & Diversity

LinkedIn does not publicly list explicit DEI goals or gender breakdowns.
Measurable gender-related statistics or strategic DEI targets are not disclosed.

Articles

Planning & Landscape Architecture Services

Who We Are / Sectors

News – Elevating Our Identity and Reach

Role

Description

strategic direction

program management

project leadership

staff mentoring

scheduling oversight

qa/qc management

Directs strategies, complex negotiations, and complex projects/initiatives
Leads multi-disciplinary/large programs
Mentors experienced staff
Oversees staff scheduling and QA/QC systems

Requirements

12+ years

leadership

business development

planning degree

leed

aicp

12+ years
Recognized leader
Proven business development and financial stewardship
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Planning, Public Administration, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Architecture, or related field
AICP, ENV, PLA, AIA, CNU-A, LEED, or other job-related certification required

Benefits

Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
Engaged leadership in a related professional organization, especially the American Planning Association or similar organization, encouraged. Professional organization leadership roles, speaking engagements, and thought leadership opportunities encouraged.
Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded 1972

Year Established

The company has been providing engineering and consulting services since its inception.

800+ Employees

Team Size

LJA Engineering operates with a team of over 800 skilled professionals driving innovative solutions.

LJA has built a reputation as a leading provider of engineering, planning, and consulting services.
The company offers innovative solutions across multiple sectors, including transportation, water resources, and land development.
LJA takes on complex projects, ranging from large-scale infrastructure to community-focused initiatives.
LJA's work is diverse, from designing efficient transportation systems to revitalizing water resources for sustainable communities.
Their portfolio includes impactful projects for municipal governments, private developers, and energy firms.

Culture + Values

Collaboration – We work together, across teams and locations, to bring out the best in each other.
Ingenuity – We challenge ourselves to think outside the box and create solutions that drive success.
Work‑Life Balance – We believe that caring for our people means supporting their well‑being inside and outside of work.
Opportunities to Grow – We provide professional development, mentorship, and career advancement paths for our employee‑owners.
“Work hard and play harder. We genuinely like our co‑workers, and this shows in everything we do.”

Environment + Sustainability

20% Yearly Vesting

ESOP Contributions

Employee Stock Ownership Plan contributions vest 20% annually, with full vesting after five years.

№1 Ranked Workplace

USA Today's Top Workplace

Recognized as the #1 Top Workplace in the USA by USA Today based on employee-owner feedback.

Inclusion & Diversity

LinkedIn does not publicly list explicit DEI goals or gender breakdowns.
Measurable gender-related statistics or strategic DEI targets are not disclosed.

Articles

Planning & Landscape Architecture Services

Who We Are / Sectors

News – Elevating Our Identity and Reach