Planner III

Weston & Sampson is seeking a Planner III to work out of our Connecticut office in Rocky Hill. The candidate will have at least 3 years of experience with community master planning, housing, adaptive reuse, land use, environmental studies, vulnerability assessments, strategy implementation, hazard mitigation planning, low impact development, and watershed/stormwater management. What You’ll Do Assist on multi-disciplinary teams on projects. Conduct research to support resilience, environmental, and urban planning projects. Prepare presentations, reports, memoranda, and other high-quality communication materials. Prepare both analytical and planning-level studies. Prepare presentations for and facilitate community meetings. Perform other related duties as required. What You Will Bring Master’s degree in environmental policy, planning, or a related field. AICP or AICP candidate certification preferred. At least three years of experience in environmental policy, planning, or a related field. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate complex information to the public. Problem-solving skills, a strong work ethic, and the abilities to prioritize and multi-task. Ability to complete multiple tasks concurrently. Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software products. Data analytics, GIS, data visualization or graphic design skills, preferred Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel as required. Overview At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them. We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respectfor each other’s ideas. We offer Meaningful work:Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA) We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work. #J-18808-Ljbffr