Development Planner

ADP, Inc.; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Campanelli is seeking a Development Planner to evaluate land opportunities, conduct due diligence, feasibility analyses, and coordinating pre-construction planning. You will work with clients, consultants, and municipal officials to advance projects from concept to pre-construction while ensuring schedules and budgets align with development objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture/Planning/Engineering and 3–6 years of related experience, with strong knowledge of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Planning, Engineering or related field.
• 3-6 years in architecture, planning production and development, preferably commercial.
• Working knowledge of permitting, zoning regulation and processes.
• Knowledge of construction costs, estimating, budgeting and engineering principles.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word and Microsoft Project; AutoCAD helpful.
• Strong communication with clients, designers, employees, subcontractors, and project personnel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre-construction activities with design team and support project implementation.
• Demonstrate constructability understanding and assess design feasibility.
• Analyze designs for feasibility and identify risks or constraints.
• Assist in evaluating development and land acquisition opportunities.
• Prepare, coordinate, and submit proposal packages.
• Appear before town boards and municipal agencies to support zoning and permitting approvals.
• Support business development with client pursuits and relationship management.
• Work with clients during project planning and inception stages.
• Assist in developing project budgets and feasibility analyses.
• Attend weekly construction and project coordination meetings.

Skills

Effective communication

Client relations

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Planning, Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $120,000.00 Annually

The Development Planner is responsible for evaluating and advancing prospective land and development opportunities through property due diligence, feasibility analysis, test fits, zoning and land-use review, permitting coordination, pre-construction planning, budgeting, and project inception activities. Working closely with clients, consultants, municipal officials, and internal project teams, the Development Planner analyzes site constraints, regulatory requirements, and project feasibility while coordinating approvals and managing multiple projects simultaneously. This role serves as a key liaison among stakeholders to help advance projects efficiently from concept through pre-construction while supporting project schedules, budgets, and overall development objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Coordinate pre-construction activities including coordinating efforts of work performed by the design team, evaluating design solutions, and supporting project implementation.
• Demonstrate an understanding of constructability and complex design considerations.
• Analyze designs for feasibility and identify potential risks or constraints.
• Assist in evaluating prospective development and land acquisition opportunities.
• Prepare, coordinate, and submit proposal packages.
• Appear before town boards and municipal agencies to support zoning and permitting approvals.
• Support business development efforts by assisting with client pursuits and relationship management.
• Work with clients during project planning and inception stages.
• Assist in developing project budgets and feasibility analyses.
• Assist in establishing project parameters, goals, and objectives.
• Attend weekly construction and project coordination meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Planning, Engineering or other applicable field
• 3-6 years of architecture, planning production and development experience, preferably with commercial projects
• Licenses: Professional Registration not required
• Must possess working knowledge of permitting, zoning regulation and processes
• Thorough knowledge of construction costs, estimating, budgeting and engineering principals and techniques
• Knowledge of various construction methods and materials and installation procedures as necessary
• Computer literacy required with Microsoft Office suite preferred. Proficiency in Excel, Word and Microsoft Project is essential. AutoCAD helpful
• Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with clients, designers, employees, subcontractors, and all project personnel

Campanelli provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.