Master Planning Manager
About The Position
Workshop/APD is an award-winning, multidisciplinary architecture and design firm. From dramatic penthouses and seaside retreats to luxury residential developments and groundbreaking hotels and restaurants, our projects are uniquely defined by a sense of place and purpose and a desire to ultimately enhance users experience through exceptional design. Our aesthetic is timelessly modern but site-specific, unbound by project type or a singular style. Our diverse and collaborative team of creative architects, interior designers, product designers and graphic designers leverage vast and highly varied experiences to solve complex design challenges, resulting in holistic spaces, products and experiences that are exceptionally beautiful and accessible. Summary: We are seeking a seasoned Site and Master Planner to lead strategic planning and design integration across large-scale and complex projects. The ideal candidate will have 7–10 years of experience in architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban design, or Planning, with demonstrated capability to translate client goals, regulations, and site realities into coherent master plans, strategic frameworks, and implementation roadmaps. This role combines leadership, design thinking, research, and collaboration with clients, design teams, engineers, and stakeholders.
Requirements
- 7–10 years of experience in architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban design, or planning (master planning preferred).
- Degree in Architecture, Urban Design, Planning, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Strong understanding of urban design principles, zoning, and permitting processes.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit/BIM, Rhino/Grasshopper, SketchUp, Adobe Suite, GIS.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
- Collaborative mindset with experience leading multidisciplinary teams
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of master plans for mixed-use, multi-phase developments, and urban transformations.
- Translate client objectives, planning policy, and site data into clear frameworks and phased delivery plans.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage collaboration between architects, engineers, and consultants.
- Prepare and present planning studies, analyses, and design guidelines to clients and review boards.
- Oversee master plan documentation, including zoning/layout plans, mobility networks, and implementation roadmaps.
- Ensure compliance with planning policies, permitting processes, and environmental regulations.
- Integrate land-use, multi-mobility, public realm, sustainability, and infrastructure strategies.
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to firm-wide knowledge sharing.
- Develop and manage project briefs, program matrices, performance criteria, and design standards to guide schematic design and technical documentation.
Benefits
- Workshop/APD offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, profit sharing 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits, IDP mentorship and ARE/AXP reimbursement, discretionary bonus, and personal time off (vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days).
- In addition, WAPD offers a comprehensive health and wellness program including discounts, education, prevention training, health coaching, and fitness classes, as well as in-office perks, including an employee lounge and rooftop, outdoor patio for lunches, and office supplied food and beverages.
- Salary is commensurate with experience and available upon request
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
