Planning Director - Mid-Atlantic

Toole Design Group LLC•Silver Spring, MD

1d•$140,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Toole Design, we’re leading the way in creating safer, more connected communities through sustainable multimodal transportation design. We’re looking for an experienced Planning Director to join our growing Mid-Atlantic team. If you enjoy big-picture strategy, leading teams, advancing project management and business development, and delivering innovative mobility solutions, while working at a firm committed to employee well-being, we’d love to hear from you. This position can be located in: Silver Spring, MD (full office); Richmond, VA (remote to start); or Northern Virginia (remote to start).

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in urban planning, landscape architecture, urban design, or a related field; AICP preferred
A minimum of 12 years of planning experience, 15+ years preferred, in transportation and with at least 5 years of professional services consulting
A minimum of 5 years of experience in a consulting firm or similar, managing and delivering projects for public sector clients and pursuing and winning work
Experience managing and mentoring a team, including workloads, coaching, and recruiting
Demonstrated success managing complex transportation projects, consultants and subconsultants, and managing schedules and budgets
Experience building and nurturing genuine relationships with other transportation professionals within and outside your organization
A strong interest in multimodal and active transportation planning and design

Nice To Haves

Are entrepreneurial, enjoy building teams, and think strategically about growth and opportunity
Can develop new techniques, explore emerging practice areas, and lead projects using innovative tools
Communicate clearly, solve problems thoughtfully, and deliver high-quality work on time and on budget—while inspiring others to do the same

Responsibilities

Help lead and grow our planning practice in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Identify and pursue new market opportunities, including emerging project types, geographic expansion, and pre-teaming relationships with key partners.
Serve as Principal-in-Charge, Project Manager, or Quality Control lead on complex multimodal transportation projects.
Provide strategic oversight and ensure high-quality, equity-centered work.
Support and mentor the region's planners, balance workloads and utilization.
Assist in recruiting and retaining a talented, inclusive team.