Land Planning Analyst

Kimley-Horn • Orange, CA

2d • $87,500 - $91,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is seeking planning graduates to join its Orange, California office in 2027. This is an onsite position, not a remote role. The analyst will contribute to pre-construction planning, project modification, permitting, and analysis for projects of varied sizes and scopes. The position offers exposure to projects for both public- and private-sector clients and opportunities to collaborate across disciplines.

Requirements

• Earn a planning degree from an accredited program by Summer 2027, in City and Regional Planning, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, or another related major. A bachelor’s or master’s degree is accepted.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to pre-construction planning, modification, permitting, and analysis for multiple projects of varied size and scope.
• Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to help realize clients’ visions for the future built environment.
• Develop familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and clients’ practices, procedures, and standards.
• Evaluate development proposals for compliance with zoning regulations.
• Prepare planning and land use studies.
• Coordinate with municipal and state agencies.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary plus bonus), along with an additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in the 401(k) and performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family-building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

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