Senior Planner
About The Position
Bowers + Kubota Consulting is a full-service architectural, landscape architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and project/program management firm that has been servicing the islands for more than forty years. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work both nationally and in Hawai'i, we are dedicated to delivering successful projects of superior quality to our clients through teamwork and integrity. The Senior Planner will work with both public and private sector clients in obtaining land use entitlements and permits required for development. They will work with a team on planning projects and prepare related documents including applications, permit forms, physical plans, and environmental documents under the direction of a Planning Project Manager and the Director of Planning.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in city planning, architecture, engineering, economics, sociology, geography, public administration or a related field or experience equivalent required.
- At least five years of professional experience in city planning or related planning activities, of which a minimum of three of those years must be on projects which native Hawaiian culture was the foundation of planning and design.
- Knowledge of principles, practices, purposes, scope, and techniques of various phases of land use planning, and the preparation, maintenance, and operation of a comprehensive plan for the improvement and development of a diversified urban and suburban jurisdiction.
- Familiarity with GIS tools in support of technical analyses.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and ordinances relating to planning, zoning, land subdivision, redevelopment, and land use.
- Problem-solving, negotiation and organizational skills.
- Written and oral communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners preferred.
- Experience implementing public involvement plans and/or managing public comments preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare (research and write) and format technical and feasibility reports up to the final submittal stage and assist with compiling the draft and final reports; assist in directing and reviewing the preparation of reports and records by Planning Department staff.
- Coordinate with local planning and regulatory agencies to understand requirements, procedures, and timelines.
- Identify potential owner and community concerns related to the development plans.
- Prepare Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements based on HRS Chapter 343(as amended) or NEPA.
- Assist in the preparation of physical plans and prepare permit applications.
- Apply professional competence with specialized knowledge of land use planning, community planning, and facility planning.
- Represents the company in public meetings and meetings of the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and with individuals or community groups as required.
- Develop technical studies to address issues such as siting, space optimization, area development, alternative courses of action, and project requirements.
- Participates in conferences and meetings involving departmental programs and functions.
- Speak effectively to individuals and groups and conduct investigations and meetings with property owners and clients.
- Maintain cooperative relationships with government agencies, civil organizations, and the public.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
