Project Planner

Poulos-; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers' Chattanooga office invites a Project Planner to lead land-use planning from concept to implementation, collaborating with civil, landscape, and environmental teams.

You will conduct site analyses, prepare zoning studies, and guide junior staff while engaging clients and stakeholders in a dynamic downtown setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Planning or related field required.
• Active AICP certification preferred with 5+ years of planning experience.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, AutoCAD, and design software required.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and design of land-use projects from concept to implementation.
• Conduct site analysis including land suitability, environmental impact, and infrastructure assessment.
• Prepare comprehensive planning documents, zoning analyses, and design guidelines.
• Collaborate with engineering, landscape architecture, and environmental teams.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff and coordinate stakeholder meetings.

Skills

ArcGIS Pro

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Community/Regional Planning

Tools

AutoCAD

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

SketchUp

Job description

Job Description:Join Pape-Dawson’s Chattanooga team and build your career in one of the city’s most distinctive office settings—inside the historic Chattanooga Choo Choo, a former train station transformed into a vibrant mixed-use destination. Located in a space that once housed a guitar museum, the office is full of character and reflects the creativity and community spirit of downtown Chattanooga. For nearly 15 years, our team of approximately 35 professionals and field staff has provided trusted local expertise and responsive service across the region.Our multidisciplinary team delivers civil engineering, landscape architecture, planning, surveying, construction engineering and inspection, and environmental services. From the transformation of former industrial land into The Bend, a dynamic mixed-use downtown neighborhood, to multifamily developments such as One Riverside, our professionals contribute to projects that are shaping Chattanooga’s future. Team members have the opportunity to make a visible impact, collaborate with clients and public agencies, and work alongside experienced project managers in an office that brings together meaningful work, strong relationships, and an exceptional downtown location.OverviewThe Project Planner leads the planning and design of land-use projects for federal, state, and local/municipal clients from concept through implementation. The role combines technical expertise, analytical skills, and interdisciplinary coordination to deliver high-quality planning solutions that comply with regulations and meet client expectations.ResponsibilitiesLead planning and design of land-use projects from conceptualization through implementation.Conduct site analysis, including land suitability, environmental impact, and infrastructure assessment.Prepare comprehensive planning documents, zoning analyses, and design guidelines.Collaborate with engineering, landscape architecture, and environmental teams to integrate multidisciplinary inputs.Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff members.Coordinate community engagement and facilitate client and stakeholder meetings.Stay current on zoning, environmental, and land-use policy developments.Perform additional related duties as assigned.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Community/Regional Planning, Urban Planning, or related fieldMinimum of 5 years of professional planning experience.Active AICP certification.Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, SketchUp, or other relevant software applications.Strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills.Experience managing multiple projects concurrently.Understanding of local zoning and land use regulations, environmental codes, and planning principles.If you need an accommodation or assistance with completing your application due to a disability or special need, please contact our team at [e-mail] or call [phone].EEO Statement:All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.