Planning Director

STVChicago, IL
$164,279 - $187,748Onsite

About The Position

STV is seeking a Planning Director to lead and grow our Transportation Planning Practice in Chicago. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on expanding market presence, building client relationships, and delivering complex planning programs across the region.

Requirements

  • 10+ years in transportation planning
  • Strong client relationships and BD experience
  • Expertise in planning studies and project delivery
  • Experience with public agencies (federal, state, local)
  • AICP or PE required

Responsibilities

  • Drive growth with key clients including IDOT, CTA, Metra, and City of Chicago
  • Lead major pursuits, on-call contracts, and strategic planning initiatives
  • Serve as PM/Principal on feasibility studies, alternatives analyses, and environmental reviews
  • Build and mentor a high-performing local planning team
  • Shape STV’s long-term planning strategy in Chicago

Benefits

  • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
  • Disability insurance
  • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Retirement Counseling
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
  • Paid Holidays (9 days)
  • Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
  • Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
  • Continuing Education Program
  • Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
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