Project Planner (Private Land Development)

Core States Group; Puyallup (WA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Values-driven culture

Bonuses including licensure

401(k) matching

Health benefits

HSA with employer contribution

Life insurance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Wholesale club reimbursement

Employee recognition

Paid parental leave

Flexible work environment

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Core States Group is seeking a skilled Project Planner (Land Development) to join our team. If you have a passion for working with clients and managing complex projects in the private land development sector, we would love to talk with you!

You will act as the primary liaison with clients and agencies, manage due diligence, prepare land use applications, and coordinate necessary studies. Join a values-driven firm with opportunities for growth and a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in land development with retail clients.
• Degree or certification in land use planning, real estate, environmental consulting, engineering, or construction.
• Experience with due diligence, site planning, land use entitlements, environmental review, and permitting.
• Experience coordinating civil engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, land surveying, traffic engineering, and environmental consulting.
• Ability to manage a diverse workload, meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, and public speaking ability.
• Interest in using AI tools to improve team processes and decision making.
• Ability to review AI-generated content for accuracy and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison with clients and agencies through clear communication and representation.
• Conduct due diligence investigations and refine site plans.
• Prepare and process land use applications and testify at hearings.
• Coordinate acquisition of documents and studies (land surveys, traffic, environmental reports).
• Coordinate processing and approval of construction permit applications.
• Track deliverables and prepare contracts as necessary.

Skills

Client communication

Written communication

Public speaking

Team collaboration

AI tools usage

Education

Bachelor's degree or technical certification in land use planning/related field

Job description

At Core States Group, the work you do matters to the clients we serve, the communities we support, and the teams who rely on one another to deliver with excellence. Our Cause is powerful: to create a world where all environments improve everyday life.

Why Professionals Choose Core States Group

Here’s What You Can Expect

• VALUES-DRIVEN CULTURE – A workplace rooted in Integrity, Service, Inclusion, Excellence, and Innovation. Our Core Values guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we show up for our clients every day.
• COMPENSATION – Competitive wages and bonus programs, including professional licensure bonuses.
• RETIREMENT – A strong 401(k) match, with immediate vesting, to help you invest in your future and build your retirement savings with confidence.
• HEALTHCARE – Competitive health benefits including HSA with employer contribution, life insurance options, and supplemental coverage options, giving you the flexibility to select the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
• VACATION – Generous PTO to help you recharge, relax, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• PERKS – Team wellness challenges, free virtual gym app, wholesale club membership reimbursement, employee recognition programs, paid parental leave and much more!
• FLEXIBLE WORK ENVIRONMENT – A flexible work environment that empowers you to do your best work, whether you’re in the office, working remotely, or blending both to support your responsibilities.
• TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – support your growth with tuition reimbursement to help advance your education and professional development.

Summary Of The Role

We are seeking a skilled Project Planner (Land Development) to join our team at Core States Group! If you have a passion working with clients, managing project and experience working in the private land development sector, we would love to talk with you!

Responsibilities

• Act as primary liaison with clients & agencies through clear communication & representation
• Conduct due diligence investigations (i.e., review agency codes, prepare & refine site plans, conduct phone interviews, review technical documents, prepare written report, etc.)
• Prepare and process land use applications (i.e., prepare submittal materials, review staff reports, testify at public hearings, etc.)
• Coordinate the acquisition of special documents and studies (i.e., land surveys, traffic studies, environmental reports, etc.)
• Coordinate the processing and approval of construction permit applications
• Track deliverables using the company’s standard forms and proceduresPrepare and administer contracts as necessary

Qualifications

We’re looking for talented professionals who are eager to grow their skills and contribute to high-quality, meaningful work. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you. The following qualifications will help you succeed in this role:

• 4+ years of experience working in land development w/retail clients.
• College degree or technical certification(s) in land use planning, real estate, environmental consulting, engineering, construction, or related field
• Experience with due diligence, site planning, land use entitlements, environmental review, construction permitting, etc.
• Experience working with multiple disciplines including civil engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, land surveying, traffic engineering, and environmental consulting
• Ability to prioritize a diverse workload, resolve complex issues, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
• Ability to communicate well with clients and team members, strong technical writing skills, and public speaking proficiency
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to identify practical uses for company-approved AI tools to improve team processes, support better decisions, and increase efficiency
• Demonstrated ability to review AI-generated content for accuracy, protect confidential information, and remain responsible for the final work product

Work Location

This position may be hybrid, based in an a Core States Group office in Texas or farther west, or fully remote from Texas or a state farther west.

Company Overview

Core States Group is an industry-leading architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) firm trusted by many of the world’s most notable brands. With 26 offices across the United States and Canada, the firm delivers speed to market, cost certainty, and compelling design for national multisite programs and projects.

Established in 1999, Core States Group drives innovation and improves everyday life for countless people across several markets, including Convenience, Distributed Generation, Financial, Grocery, Housing, Industrial, Restaurants, Retail, Semiconductor, Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure, and more.

A Note to Candidates

Please do not be concerned if you do not meet every requirement. At Core States Group, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. This position will remain open until it is filled.