Junior Urban Planner — GIS & Data Analytics

HNTB; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB is seeking a planning analyst to apply data-driven planning strategies for transportation and urban projects in a collaborative team environment. The role emphasizes data gathering, analysis, mapping, and documentation from concept through completion, engaging with interdisciplinary team members.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; a Master's degree is preferred. Strong GIS and Microsoft Office skills are essential, with opportunities to contribute to impactful

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering, or related field
• Master's degree in Urban Planning or related field is preferred
• Familiarity with GIS and data analysis is encouraged

Responsibilities

• Researches and collects raw data, organizes, analyzes and provides review of the data for use in projects and for further analysis.
• Performs project analysis using technical guidance and software.
• Assists project team members with various support tasks such as development of maps, exhibits, presentation materials, and reporting.
• Conducts research on issues, policies, and concepts pertaining to planning. Assists in the development of conceptual planning alternatives for urban and transportation planning projects
• Performs tasks related to the preparation and production of plans, studies, reports, and environmental documents for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Assists in stakeholder and public participation process.
• Maintains records, collections and files related to specific projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

GIS data analysis

Data compilation

Data visualization

Research

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning

Bachelor's degree in Geography

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Urban Planning

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Job description

HNTB is seeking a planning analyst to apply data-driven planning strategies for transportation and urban projects in a collaborative team environment. The role emphasizes data gathering, analysis, mapping, and documentation from concept through completion, engaging with interdisciplinary team members.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; a Master's degree is preferred. Strong GIS and Microsoft Office skills are essential, with opportunities to contribute to impactful