Copy of Associate, Environmental Land Use Planner

Ramboll • City of Binghamton, NY

1d • $58,416 - $73,020

About The Position

Ramboll is seeking a highly motivated early-career land use planner to support zoning, entitlement, land use, and development strategy initiatives for clients. The planner will assist senior planners and project managers with zoning research, ordinance analysis, permitting strategy, stakeholder engagement, and implementation of land use approvals for development projects. The position is based in either Princeton, New Jersey; Blue Bell, Pennsylvania; or Binghamton, New York.

The role focuses on municipal land use regulation, economic development, and project entitlements. The successful candidate will conduct research and analysis, prepare entitlement materials, support applications and due diligence, track regulatory developments, and coordinate with project teams and external professionals. The role is intended for an early-career planner with strong research, writing, and analytical skills.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Visa sponsorship is not available. Ramboll describes a commitment to sustainable business practices, inclusion, and workplace flexibility. The stated annual base salary range is $58,416 to $73,020; actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, location, education, and skills. Bonuses, overtime, and other forms of compensation or benefits are not included in that range.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Land Use Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Environmental Studies, or a related field.
• 0–3 years of professional planning, land use, GIS, development, or related experience.
• Strong research, technical writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to read and interpret zoning ordinances, municipal codes, planning documents, and development regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with GIS, ArcGIS, or mapping software is preferred.
• Interest in infrastructure development, economic development, data centers, energy projects, and municipal planning processes.
• Curiosity and attention to detail; comfort navigating complex zoning and regulatory documents; ability to synthesize information into actionable recommendations; self-motivation and willingness to learn; and a collaborative approach to supporting multiple projects across municipalities and jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research and analysis of municipal zoning ordinances, comprehensive plans, subdivision and land development regulations, and related planning documents under the guidance of senior planning staff.
• Prepare entitlement matrices and jurisdiction-specific guidance documents for project teams and clients.
• Support applications for rezonings, zoning text amendments, conditional uses, special exceptions, variances, and land development approvals.
• Monitor municipal meetings, ordinance amendments, moratoria, and other regulatory developments that could affect development timelines and entitlements.
• Assist with developing and maintaining project tracking tools, zoning databases, schedules, and status reports.
• Prepare technical memoranda, briefing materials, maps, presentations, and reports communicating planning and zoning findings to stakeholders.
• Support due diligence reviews for prospective project sites, including analysis of land use regulations, utility considerations, development standards, and approval requirements.
• Coordinate with engineers, environmental professionals, legal counsel, surveyors, and development teams to support project implementation and entitlement strategies.
• Maintain organized project records and accurate documentation of regulatory requirements, municipal decisions, and entitlement milestones.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level