Director of Land Planning

RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture•Bonita Springs, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Land Planning will oversee the strategic direction, management, and execution of planning services in the Southwest Florida market from our Bonita Springs office. This leader will guide the planning team, cultivate strong client relationships, and drive business development efforts to expand RVi’s presence across the region. The ideal candidate is an experienced planner with a strong understanding of entitlement processes, client management, community engagement, land development trends, and design-driven problem solving.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or related field.
10+ years of professional planning experience; prior leadership or management experience strongly preferred.
AICP certification.
Deep knowledge of Southwest Florida planning, entitlement, and development processes.
Proven ability to lead teams and foster a collaborative, supportive environment.
Strong communication, presentation, and client management skills.
Experience preparing planning documents, conceptual designs, and regulatory applications.

Nice To Haves

Business development experience and a strong professional network in the region a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and mentor the planning team in the Bonita Springs office.
Oversee the full lifecycle of planning projects—from concept to entitlement to implementation.
Develop and maintain trusted client relationships across private developers, municipalities, and regional agencies.
Guide the creation of master plans, land use plans, zoning/rezoning applications, and development strategies.
Collaborate across internal studios including landscape architecture and urban design.
Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, stakeholders, and public boards.
Support regional business development efforts through networking, proposal development, and partnership cultivation.
Ensure projects meet quality, budget, and schedule expectations.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based upon your travel preferences
Competitive Compensation packages
Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
Tuition Assistance
Student Loan Repayment
Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
Employee Referrals
Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
Dependent Care Match
Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
Family Planning & IVF Benefits
Pet Insurance
Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services