Planner I

Mackenzie Inc.; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Mackenzie Inc. in Seattle, WA is seeking a qualified Urban and Land Use Planner to join our full-time team.

The role involves site development, zoning, and entitlement work across multiple jurisdictions, with collaboration across disciplines. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master’s in urban planning or related field and at least 3 years of experience, strong GIS skills (ArcGIS), Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite, and good client communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in urban planning, architecture, landscape architecture, geography, or related field and minimum of 3 years of demonstrated work experience in the field

Responsibilities

• Preparation and monitoring of project schedule and follow-up with appropriate agencies and project personnel
• Permit coordination and permit expediting including assistance preparing application submittals
• GIS-related mapping assistance
• Assistance in project permitting and land development regulatory aspects of civil/site design and transportation planning projects
• Investigation/research of zoning, demographics, property/site information, and other due diligence tasks
• Preparation and coordination of project materials for special reports and entitlement applications
• Interaction with public agencies in support of land use applications and building permits
• Assistance in report writing, graphic creation, and report and application compilation for land use applications, master plans, and similar products

Skills

GIS proficiency

Client communication

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in urban planning or related field

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

We appreciate your interest in Mackenzie! Due to an expanding project base, we are looking for qualified and motivated individuals for full-time Urban and Land use planning position in our Seattle, Washington office.

Mackenzie is a regional design firm with offices in Portland, Sacramento, and Vancouver and Seattle Washington. Project types include site development and site selection services; economic development; policy planning; zoning and comprehensive plan development; subarea planning to support community growth and economic development; and due diligence/entitlement for institutional, commercial, industrial, and municipal development projects. This position requires the ability to address multiple concurrent tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced and collaborative work environment. We have a vibrant and active corporate culture that supports employee growth and rewards high performing employees.

Qualifications
Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in urban planning, architecture, landscape architecture, geography, or related field and minimum of 3 years of demonstrated work experience in the field
A general understanding and/or experience in the following areas:

• Oregon, Washington, or California zoning, building, environmental/natural resources, transportation, and related development codes and land use laws
• Oregon, Washington, or California land use and entitlement approval processes and procedures
• Market elements of real estate
• Preparing land use application packages and procedural requirements for land use approvals
• Technical experience and proficiency in application and use of ArcGIS
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative suites and related software
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to effectively work with clients, firm staff, and agency personnel

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Preparation and monitoring of project schedule and follow-up with appropriate agencies and project personnel
• Permit coordination and permit expediting including assistance preparing application submittals, monitoring jurisdiction reviews, and assistance in submittal response documentation
• GIS-related mapping assistance
• Assistance in project permitting and land development regulatory aspects of civil/site design and transportation planning projects
• Investigation/research of zoning, demographics, property/site information, and other due diligence tasks
• Preparation and coordination of project materials for special reports and entitlement applications
• Interaction with public agencies in support of land use applications and building permits
• Assistance in report writing, graphic creation, and report and application compilation for land use applications, master plans, and similar products

Salary Range is $78,000 to $95,000

At Mackenzie, we work a hybrid office schedule; all staff work in-office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with an option to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At Mackenzie, we invest in the well-being of our employees, both in and outside the workplace. Over the course of 60+ years in business, Mackenzie has created a vibrant employee culture.
By providing support for young families, and a transition plan for those nearing retirement, we nurture professional development through every stage of a long career.
We foster an active culture, engaging in our community and taking advantage of local sports, recreational, and cultural events.

• Cigna Traditional PPO
• Cigna High Deductible Health Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
  • Health
  • Dependent Care
    
• Paid Time Off
  • Typical Paid Holidays
  • Two Floater Holidays
  • 18 days of Paid Time Off earned per year
  • Paid Volunteer Time
  • Paid Winter Break Closure
    
• Transportation Benefits Options
• Company-Funded Profit-Sharing Plan/Employee 401k
• Bonus Programs: Potential for individual performance bonuses every trimester and discretionary end-of-year all staff bonuses
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Options through Mutual of Omaha

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