Urban Planning Project Manager

5 days ago

Buffalo, New York, United States Fisher Associates PE, LS, LA, DPC Full time
About the Role

Fisher Associates, a leading consulting engineering and professional services firm, is seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to join our Planning Group. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing planning projects with low to moderate complexity, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities
  • Project management of planning projects, including proposal writing, client contact, and project planning
  • Report on project schedule, financial status, and other management metrics
  • Assist with identifying new project leads, research, and proposal writing
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, co-workers, and project teams
  • Contract for services with clients and with sub-contractors
  • Prepare and manage Project Plans (scopes of work, schedules, fees, and changes)
  • Perform research, analytical, and statistical tasks
  • Prepare land use recommendations, design and development guidelines, and comprehensive planning direction
  • Visualize urban design and development strategies
  • Prepare maps and graphics
  • Assist in writing a variety of planning documents, publications, forms, reports, memoranda, and grant applications
  • Assist with environmental reviews and municipal entitlement processes (NEPA, SEQRA, site plan review, variances, planned unit developments, historic preservation approvals, etc.)
  • Attend, support, and prepare summaries for public, stakeholder, and advisory meetings
  • Stay informed of new developments and techniques in planning practice areas and offer thought leadership on best planning practices
  • Maintain active involvement in industry organizations, including conference presentations and leadership-level participation
  • Monitor project progress to ensure alignment with the contract scope of work, identify risks, and proactively address issues
  • Guide the development and/or design of projects to meet internal and client expectations
  • Conduct thorough quality assurance reviews to ensure deliverables meet internal and client expectations
  • Ensure projects adhere to the industry standard of care, including legal and regulatory requirements
  • Conduct regular status meetings and reporting to internal team, client, and stakeholders
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Urban, Community or Regional Planning or a related field (Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Transportation Planning, Public Policy, etc.) from an accredited university
  • 8+ years minimum of professional technical experience, project management experience preferred
  • AICP preferred
  • Experience with and proficiency with a variety of computer software including Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Sketchup and ArcGIS preferred
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary range: $95,000-$110,000 annually
  • Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off

Fisher Associates is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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