Baxter & Woodman
Baxter & Woodman is hiring: Urban Planner in Bannockburn
Baxter & Woodman, Bannockburn, IL, US
Overview Your future position: Urban Planner II
Choose your location: Katy, TX or Bannockburn, Chicago, Crystal Lake, or Naperville, IL offices
Base pay range $75,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr
What You Will Do Delegating project tasks and other responsibilities to support staff
Assisting in developing Planning Dept. graphic standards and product templates
Developing a working knowledge and application of ArcGIS Urban software platform
Providing QA/QC reviews of project deliverables produced by others
Assisting with business development-related activities, including setting-up and attending meetings, preparing statements of qualifications (SOQs) and proposals
Assisting in developing various planning studies; providing technical expertise in analyzing data and preparing reports for addressing short-term and long-range projects and land use issues, while providing land development assistance services to municipal clients
Researching and revising municipal regulatory codes and ordinances to achieve desired results
Assisting with facilitating public engagement activities. Producing public engagement materials and collecting input from stakeholders
Communicating complex planning-related concepts and solutions to the general public by the creation of graphic and conceptual renderings
Making presentations to a variety of audiences, including clients, public officials, and the general public. When required, perform on-call staff planner functions for local municipalities
Coordinating with colleagues in fulfilling the programmatic and technical requirements for stormwater management, grading, utilities infrastructure, transportation, and other civil engineering-related issues
Reviewing permit applications for compliance with municipal comprehensive plans, thoroughfare plans, codes of ordinances and other land development regulations
Helping to advance the planning profession through making presentations about relevant planning topics at national and state conferences and symposia and activity in professional organizations (e.g., Texas APA)
Education & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in urban planning, landscape architecture, urban design, or related professional field
Must-haves / What You Will Bring 4+ years of experience working on urban planning, transportation planning, parks, recreation and open space planning, or comprehensive planning projects
General knowledge and expertise as a task lead for community, urban, and regional planning in transportation, parks and open space, land use, energy, sustainability, and resiliency
Expertise in special area planning solutions for districts, neighborhoods, and corridors is considered a plus
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Teams, and One Note) and GIS software
Excellent technical writing, graphic, and verbal communication skills
Ability to analyze demographic data and identify trends in employment, health and other areas
Ability to work with local government staff and officials to interpret and apply land development codes and subdivision regulations
Working knowledge of effective public engagement strategies, tools, and techniques
Ability to articulate and explain technical issues to non-technical municipal staff, officials, and the general public
Ability to work collaboratively with developers, designers, and public officials
Knowledge of urban spatial structure and the way cities operate and function, including utilities infrastructure, stormwater management, water distribution, and wastewater collection and treatment systems
Ability to envision, characterize, and give form to alternative physical and social living environments; ability to travel throughout Houston metropolitan area (own transportation)
Compensation The pay range for this role is $75,000-$95,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.
Benefits & Culture You matter! Our outstanding benefits - At our organization, we prioritize the holistic well-being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This includes healthcare (medical, dental, vision), Employee Assistance Program, financial planning, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, cancer, and critical illnesses. Generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, flexible work arrangements (including optional work-from-home or flexible schedule on eligible positions), 401k plans with guidance, and an Employee Stock Ownership Program.
Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer
Job Details Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other
Industries Civil Engineering
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