Project Planner

Project PlannerJob Locations: US-DC-Washington | US-VA-Tysons CornerJob ID: 2025-5467 | Category: Planning | Type: Regular Full-Time | Career Stage Type: Experienced | Number of Openings: 1OverviewABOUT THE POSITION VHB's Metro DC offices (Washington, D.C. and Tysons, VA) is looking for a full-time Project Planner to join our Planning + Design team, which works with both public- and private-sector clients in the Washington, DC, region and beyond to generate creative and implementable solutions to complex mobility challenges. We seek a self-motivated team player with a growth mindset and a keen interest in urbanism, transit-oriented development, walkable communities, and people-centered mobility solutions.In this role, you would join a dynamic, fast-paced team known for collaborative problem-solving, technical versatility, and adaptability, and you would have a chance to contribute to some of the most transformative transportation and urban development projects in the Washington, DC, region. This is an excellent opportunity for an early career professional looking to utilize and hone their strategic thinking, problem-solving, and technical skills.ResponsibilitiesAssist in development of multimodal planning studies, transportation analyses, policy and planning analyses, and report documents for local governments, private entities, or institutional clientsAnalyze data and develop visualizations, mapping, and graphics to help communicate various planning findingsAssist with development of support materials for community involvement activitiesPerform field data collectionProvide support for and participate in virtual and in-person community engagement and public meetingsHelp prepare for client-facing meetings, potentially participate in meetings as neededSkills and KnowledgeData analysis, including geospatial dataExperience developing visualizations, graphic representations, and summary narratives from technical dataWorking knowledge of data analysis tools such as ArcGIS and ExcelExcellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsShort-listed candidates will be asked to provide a brief writing or visualization sample from a previous academic or professional experienceComfort working with and communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersGeneral working knowledge of the region's planning context and communities, history, and trendsTeam-oriented with strong capability to work independentlyProblem-solving mindsetNimble work style, with ability to pivot as new information and findings become availableInterest in collaborating with colleagues across technical disciplines, including planning, engineering, architecture, urban design, and environmentalMinimum Qualifications1-3+ years of work experience; a master's degree in city and regional planning or a planning related field can be substituted for two years of work experience.Bachelor's degree in planning or a related fieldHiring Salary Range$74,000 - $80,000. However, the final agreed-upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, and experience. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package which can be found here.BenefitsDiverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovationOpportunity to work on complex, transformational projectsCommunity and social responsibility as sustainable stewardsFocus on learning, development, and career growthBest-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplaceAbout VHBWe are VHB We're an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We're growing, and we hope you'll join usVHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr