Senior Project Planner

KCI; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Family benefits

Mentoring program

Training resources

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Planner to lead the NEPA aspects of large transportation projects. You will shape long-range planning strategies, direct a team, and interact with public hearings and advisory boards.

The role requires 10+ years in the field, strong leadership, and expert knowledge of regulations. AICP is preferred, with a focus on ISO standards and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental planning, transportation planning, urban planning or related discipline
• Experience with PennDOT, PTC and PADEP procedures/regulations required.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficiency in GIS software.
• Excellent public speaking, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and technical writing skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage NEPA phases of large-scale planning projects.
• Serve as a planning expert and representative at public hearings and advisory boards.
• Provide strategic direction on long-range planning and policy development.
• Manage a team of planners, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all projects comply with zoning, environmental, and land use regulations.
• Develop and review technical reports, project proposals, and policy recommendations.
• Provide technical oversight for projects and staff.
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting project scope.
• Achieve or exceed budgets utilization targets.
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures.
• Ensure projects comply with ISO standards.
• Conduct and submit timely annual Employee Performance Appraisals for assigned staff.
• Mentor and develop junior staff and mid-level planners.

Skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Decision making

Team collaboration

Communication

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental planning

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

GIS software

Job description

Join us as we Rise to the ChallengeAt KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world‑class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world‑class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

The Company

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting‑edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News‑Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

Kci Benefits Information

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

The Senior Project Planner leads the NEPA portion of complex transportation projects for the organization. This role requires deep expertise in planning, regulatory compliance, and project management. The Senior Project Planner also plays a critical role in shaping long‑term planning strategies and serves as a subject matter expert in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all NEPA phases of large-scale planning projects.
• Serve as a planning expert and representative at public hearings and advisory boards.
• Provide strategic direction on long‑range planning and policy development.
• Manage a team of planners, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all projects comply with zoning, environmental, and land use regulations.
• Develop and review technical reports, project proposals, and policy recommendations.
• Provide technical oversight for projects and staff.
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting project scope.
• Achieve or exceed budgets individual utilization targets.
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures.
• Ensure projects comply with ISO standards.
• Conduct and submit timely annual Employee Performance Appraisals for assigned staff.
• Mentor and develop junior staff and mid‑level planners.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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Qualifications

Education and/or Skills Required:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in environmental planning, transportation planning, urban planning or related discipline
• Experience with PennDOT, PTC and PADEP procedures/regulations required.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficiency in GIS software.
• Excellent public speaking, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision‑making skills.
• Good communication and technical writing skills.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to think critically.

Certificates, Licences, And/or Registrations Required

• Ability to maintain required certifications.

Certificates, Licences, And/or Registrations Preferred

• AICP

Pre‑employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.