Planning Director
STV•Chicago, IL
•$164,279 - $187,748•Onsite
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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
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