Planner II Hybrid

SAFEbuilt • Denver, CO

9d • $75,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

SAFEbuilt has the technical expertise to provide Community Development services, but the reason for our success is our people. Over 1600 experts make up our team from across the country, with experience in a full range of professional services and skills. Each Team member values integrity, improvement, service, teamwork, and respect. These Core Values are the foundation of positive relationships among coworkers, our clients, residents, and anyone invested in the continued success of their community. SAFEbuilt is seeking a Planner II to join our dynamic Planning team supporting municipalities across the state. This is a great opportunity for planners with solid experience who want to take the next step toward project management and client-facing work in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment. If you are passionate about shaping communities, adaptable in navigating varying municipal contexts, and ready to take the next step in your planning career, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of planning and zoning principles, with the ability to interpret and apply land use regulations to a wide variety of development scenarios.
• Experience working across a range of community types and scales, with a demonstrated ability to adapt approaches to suit the local context and community goals.
• Proficiency in reviewing and interpreting site plans, plats, floor plans, elevations, and sections, including the use of dimensional and graphic scales.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey technical information clearly to planners, developers, elected officials, and community stakeholders.
• Familiarity with contemporary planning topics such as housing affordability, climate adaptation, equity in land use, and mixed-use and transit-oriented development.
• Skilled in the use of digital tools, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, GIS, desktop plan review platforms, and web-based permitting systems.
• Analytical abilities to apply statistical, geometric, and spatial reasoning to development scenarios and planning analyses.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities independently.
• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to innovation, customer service, and continuous learning in a changing regulatory environment.
• Proven ability to lead initiatives, suggest process improvements, and help clients navigate complex or politically sensitive planning challenges.
• Business acumen that understands the value proposition of third-party consultation for local governments.
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Urban Planning, Architecture, Geography, or a related field
• 3–5 years of professional planning experience, preferably within local government or consulting
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project-management skills
• Proven ability to interpret zoning codes, general plans, and site development regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reports, presentations, and public meetings
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite; experience with GIS, plan-review, or e-permitting software a plus
• A collaborative mindset with an interest in leadership and mentorship

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in a second language is a plus

Responsibilities

• Manage current and/or long-range planning projects for city and county clients
• Review and process complex development applications, site plans, and zoning amendments
• Draft and present staff reports before planning commissions and city councils
• Provide technical guidance to junior planners and counter staff
• Collaborate with municipal staff on comprehensive plan updates, code amendments, and policy studies
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, community stakeholders, and inter-departmental teams
• Balance multiple assignments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment with professionalism and independence

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, matching 401K Plans, wellness programs and more.
• SAFEbuilt is committed to Career Progression through paid training and step increases for additional certifications and licenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees