Program Manager, Planning - Community

Mannik Smith Group; Village of Colonie (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) retirement with employer match

Educational assistance

Job summary

Artheon is seeking a Program Manager, Planning to oversee a planning division serving public and private clients in Albany, NY. You will supervise staff, guide multiple projects, and provide high-level technical expertise in land use planning and zoning, with a strong emphasis on public engagement and client collaboration.

The role requires a bachelor’s in Planning (master’s preferred) and about 10 years of experience, plus the ability to travel across New York State and represent the firm at

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning or a related field required; Master’s degree and AICP certification preferred.
• Approximately 10 years of professional planning experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing staff or teams.
• Strong knowledge of land use planning, zoning regulations, and land use codes; form-based code experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent technical writing, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Must be a skilled public presenter with the ability to represent the firm in public settings.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout New York State.

Responsibilities

• Review the work of staff on planning projects to ensure adherence to standards.
• Collaborate with senior staff on planning projects and initiatives.
• Supervise staff and manage workloads and schedules.
• Lead a variety of planning projects including master plans, zoning, environmental assessments, and economic development plans.
• Represent Artheon at public and community meetings and marketing events.
• Assist with marketing documents, proposals, work plans, budgets, and contracts.
• Support hiring decisions, staff development, and performance reviews.
• Monitor project performance to meet profitability targets.
• Deliver high-quality planning services and collaborate with clients.

Skills

Public speaking

Team leadership

Project management

Written communication

Presentation skills

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Planning or related field

Master’s degree

AICP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Program Manager, Planning - Community

Department: Community Planning

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Albany, NY

Compensation: $110,000 - $130,000 / year

Artheon is a trusted engineering and consulting firm offering services that rival large organizations while maintaining the personalized client relationships of a boutique firm. With expertise spanning civil/site engineering, environmental permitting, transportation infrastructure, construction management, and advanced surveying technologies, we are committed to delivering high-quality, timely solutions to local, state, and federal clients.

We are seeking a highly motivated Program Manager, Planning to join our Planning team in Albany, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to provide technical leadership, manage multiple projects, supervise staff, and contribute to the continued growth of the Planning division.

The Program Manager, Planning will provide supervisory and management support for a planning division serving both public and private sector clients. Working under the general supervision of the Director of Planning and Community Development, the Program Manager, Planning will provide high-level technical expertise, oversee project delivery, supervise professional and technical staff, and assist with business development and proposal activities.

The ideal candidate is an experienced planning professional with strong knowledge of land use planning, zoning, community development, and public engagement. The candidate should be comfortable managing multiple projects, working directly with senior staff and clients, presenting at public meetings, and mentoring and supervising team members.

Responsibilities

• Review the work of professional, technical, and support staff in the preparation of reports and planning projects to ensure adherence to professional standards and best practices.
• Work directly with the Director of Planning and Community Development and other senior staff on planning projects and initiatives.
• Supervise professional, technical, and support staff, including determining workloads and monitoring adherence to project schedules.
• Manage and contribute to a variety of planning projects, including:
  • Comprehensive and Master Plans
  • Zoning Regulations and Land Use Ordinances
  • NY Forward Strategic Investment Plans
  • Shared Services, Consolidation, and Dissolution Studies
  • Brownfield Opportunity Area Plans
  • Open Space and Recreation Plans
  • Environmental Assessments, including SEQR/NEPA
  • Community Development Strategic Plans
  • Main Street and Downtown Revitalization Plans
  • Waterfront Revitalization Plans
  • Economic Development Plans
  • Planning and Zoning Board Assistance
  • Grant Writing, Administration, and Management
• Represent Artheon at public meetings, community meetings, professional development meetings, and other marketing events as needed.
• Assist the Director with marketing documents and proposal development, including work plans, budgets, schedules, and contracts for review.
• Assist with hiring recommendations, staff development, and staff performance reviews.
• Monitor project performance and help ensure projects meet established profitability standards for the Planning department.
• Manage multiple assignments and projects while maintaining strong attention to detail and meeting project schedules and deadlines.
• Collaborate with internal staff and clients to deliver high-quality planning services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning or a related field required; Master’s degree and AICP certification preferred.
• Approximately 10 years of professional planning experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing staff or teams.
• Strong knowledge of land use planning best practices, zoning regulations, and land use codes; form-based code experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent technical writing, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Must be a skilled public presenter with the ability to effectively represent the firm in public and community settings.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout New York State.

Benefits

The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

Artheon offers a competitive compensation package including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off/parental leave.