Land Planning Analyst

Kimley-Horn • Orange, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn is hiring a Land Planning Analyst to join its Orange, California office in 2027. This is an onsite, non-remote position for planning graduates. The role contributes to planning, permitting, and analysis for projects across the public and private sectors, with opportunities to work across disciplines and gain experience on diverse projects.

The analyst will develop familiarity with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and clients’ practices, procedures, and standards. The position requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant planning field by Summer 2027. The stated salary range is $87,500–$91,000.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited program in City and Regional Planning, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, or another related major, by Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to pre-construction planning, modification, permitting, and analysis for projects of varying sizes and scopes.
• Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to support clients’ visions for the built environment.
• Develop familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations and with 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.
• Gain exposure to diverse projects in both the public and private sectors.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary plus bonus) and 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 internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

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