Urban Planner/Urban Designer

Our client is a respected design practice shaping vibrant places where people live, gather, shop, and connect. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative studio working on high-visibility planning and urban design assignments that influence how mixed-use environments and neighborhood destinations come to life. The team is looking for a design-minded professional who brings both conceptual strength and practical execution, someone who enjoys translating ideas into compelling plans, visuals, and client-ready deliverables. What You Will Do Support planning and urban design work across a range of project types, including mixed-use districts, neighborhood centers, and community-focused environments Help develop site planning concepts, land use frameworks, and design narratives that align market goals with placemaking objectives Participate in collaborative design workshops and charrette-style sessions, helping turn ideas into clear diagrams, illustrative plans, and presentation materials Prepare polished graphics, reports, and presentation content for internal reviews, client meetings, and stakeholder discussions Work closely with architects, landscape architects, engineers, and other project contributors to advance coordinated design solutions Apply sound urban design judgment to questions of form, circulation, public realm quality, building relationships, and user experience Support project coordination efforts by managing schedules, tracking production timelines, and overseeing daily activities to ensure deadlines and deliverables stay on course. Contribute to a studio culture that values creativity, thoughtful problem-solving, and strong visual communication What You Bring Professional experience in urban design, planning, architecture, landscape architecture, or a closely related discipline Background supporting master planning, site planning, or urban design efforts for complex development projects Experience contributing to mixed-use, neighborhood, town center, or destination-oriented work is highly valued Comfort working in a fast-moving, collaborative design environment with multiple priorities Strong graphic communication and presentation skills, including the ability to express ideas visually and clearly Working knowledge of urban form, public realm design, development patterns, and placemaking principles Strong written and verbal communication skills with a polished, professional presence Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator Working knowledge of SketchUp and AutoCAD Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools Familiarity with Revit or GIS platforms is beneficial, but not required Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field Approximately 5 to 7 years of relevant professional experience Prior experience within a design consultancy, planning practice, or interdisciplinary studio setting is strongly preferred What Is Offered Competitive compensation, depending on experience Exposure to a diverse portfolio of planning and design assignments Creative, team-focused workplace that fosters knowledge sharing, career development, and continuous learning opportunities. The chance to help shape thoughtful environments that strengthen communities and create lasting impact #J-18808-Ljbffr