- Job Responsibilities
- Develop schematic designs, corridor studies, and transportation plans
Lead all aspects of project management (planning, coordinating, and monitoring) for assigned projects
Apply effective written and verbal communication skills when preparing technical reports, participate in project team meetings, and interact with community members and clients
Engage with a diverse audience of stakeholders and community groups through meetings, workshops, and open houses
Manage online engagement forums and focus groups
Develop communication materials for a diverse group of clients
Market and showcase planning services and capabilities to current and prospective clients; establish and cultivate relationships within the planning community to create opportunities to partner on larger projects
- Travel throughout the LA metro area to attend project meetings, conduct on-site assessments, and facilitate community engagement meetings/events; ability/flexibility to attend occasional evening and/or weekend meetings and travel overnight
- Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in planning, urban planning, civil engineering, landscape architecture or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of relevant planning experience
2 years prior project management experience (i.e. designing and implementing complex projects or initiatives from beginning to completion)
Experience managing tasks between varying phases of multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and in coordination with other disciplines
Experience facilitating public engagement sessions using a variety of methods for a range of audiences
Knowledge of planning principles applied to zoning matters
- Possession of a valid Driver’s License with a driving record that is in compliance with company requirements
- Preferred Qualifications
- AICP certification
Experience in the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process, including preparation of Environmental Assessments (EAs) and Environmental Impact Statements (EISs)
In-depth understanding of data management and ArcGIS
Prior experience with Adobe Create Suite
Prior experience preparing and submitting funding solicitation applications
Prior experience developing conceptual project graphics
Prior experience contributing to the preparation of proposals, contract documentation, fee estimates, budgets, and schedules
Working knowledge of online mapping software
