Mid-Level Planner — Urban Design & Community Planning

Matrix Design Group, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Design Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Planner to develop, plan and manage a broad range of planning projects across multiple offices.

The role involves coordination with clients, multidisciplinary teams and a focus on community planning topics such as land use, multi-modal transportation, urban design and public engagement. The candidate should bring at least four years of relevant planning experience and the ability to analyze demographic data, communicate technical information

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in Urban/Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of four (4) years of relevant work experience in planning fields.
• Familiar with military compatibility planning, redevelopment planning, land use planning, community facilitation, military facilities planning and military programming.
• Experience using GIS to analyze and communicate land use trends is a plus.
• Familiarity with SketchUp or similar program, AutoCAD, or InDesign is a plus.
• Business development and marketing a plus.
• Valid driver's license, and passing the company MVR.

Responsibilities

• Organized, prompt and thorough approach to all responsibilities.
• Project management assistance for small to mid-size projects including budgeting, scheduling, and deadlines.
• Prepare and present proposals to potential clients or assist with development.
• Collaborate in a team environment toward successful project products and outcomes.
• Execute planning activities for a diverse clientele including Local, State, Military, Federal, Private sector/developers.
• Meet with clients and their representatives to explain details, resolve issues, and maintain good relations.

Skills

Technical writing

Community planning concepts

Data analysis

MS Office

Project management

Travel willingness

Collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Urban/Regional Planning degree

Tools

GIS

SketchUp

AutoCAD

InDesign

Job description

Matrix Design Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Planner to develop, plan and manage a broad range of planning projects across multiple offices.

The role involves coordination with clients, multidisciplinary teams and a focus on community planning topics such as land use, multi-modal transportation, urban design and public engagement. The candidate should bring at least four years of relevant planning experience and the ability to analyze demographic data, communicate technical information