Planning Director - Mid-Atlantic

Overview 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). Why You’ll Love Working Here We’re not just another firm, we’re a purpose-driven team of engineers, planners, landscape architects, and urban designers who believe streets should work for everyone. At Toole Design, you\u2019ll work alongside thought leaders and industry experts who are committed to mentoring and helping you grow your expertise. We offer: A collaborative, inclusive culture that supports your growth and advancement A hybrid schedule with shared team days on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 8 paid holidays; and 20 days of PTO accrued annually Competitive salary, excellent benefits, and transportation perks: Benefits and Support Projects that truly improve lives through safe, inclusive design rooted in ethics, empathy, and equity What You’ll Do As Regional Planning Director for the Mid-Atlantic, you will help lead and grow our planning practice, working closely with Office Directors, the Regional Operations Director, and national leadership. A key focus of this role is identifying and pursuing new market opportunities — including emerging project types, geographic expansion, and pre-teaming relationships with key partners. You will serve as Principal-in-Charge, Project Manager, or Quality Control lead on complex multimodal transportation projects, providing strategic oversight and ensuring high-quality, equity-centered work. You\u2019ll support and mentor our 13 planners across the region, balance workloads and utilization, and help recruit and retain a talented, inclusive team. Join Us. Make an Impact. We’re proud to be an ENR Top 500 design firm with one of the lowest turnover rates in the industry. If you’re ready to do meaningful work with a supportive, talented team—apply today. Salary: $140,000 to $170,000 for this position. Candidates with more years of experience or exceptional qualifications may fall into a different pay range. Questions, assistance or accommodations? Contact HR at Toole Design or call View phone number on click.appcast.io, press 5. At Toole Design, we foster a collaborative culture and welcome people of all backgrounds to help build more inclusive communities. We strongly encourage women and applicants from underrepresented communities b people of color, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, first-generation college students/graduates, those with disabilities and people at all the intersections in between b to apply. We\u2019re proud that about half our managers are women and we are committed to diverse leadership that reflects the communities we serve. Toole Design is a woman-owned, equal opportunity employer (EO/AA/VEV/Disabled employer). For more information about Toole Design, visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook. #J-18808-Ljbffr Toole Design