Urban Planner

Vanasse Hangen Brustlin•Watertown, MA

76d•$65,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

VHB is seeking an Urban Planner with a passion for helping communities become stronger, healthier, and more sustainable. This is a challenging position with room to grow in a forward-thinking multidisciplinary environment. The selected candidate will be actively engaged on high-profile projects throughout the region.

Requirements

Practical knowledge of planning, research, and data collection.
Experience using GIS and graphic design software.
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Self-motivated with attention to detail.
1-3 years of professional planning and/or compliance experience
BA in Urban Planning, Environmental Studies, Preservation Planning, or related area of study relevant to specialization (e.g., Urban Design/Studies, Regional Planning, Sustainability Planning, Economics, Civil Engineering, Urban Transportation Planning)

Responsibilities

Assist the Land Planning team with the preparation of comprehensive master plans for cities and towns throughout the region.
Assist in the preparation of site-specific concept plans, including the production of maps, graphics, and 3D diagrams.
Support project feasibility analysis
Support public outreach and engagement, with an emphasis on equity.
Research and interpret land use, zoning, and environmental regulation.
Prepare written technical planning documents, applications, justification statements, and reports in conformance with codes, plans and regulations.
Assist in the preparation of plans, projects, programs and/or strategies within a variety of areas (sustainability, environmental review, climate adaptation, recycling, renewable energy, and resource conservation)