Urban Planner

Urban Planner Robert and Company - 3.9 Atlanta, GA Job Details Full-time 2 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Spatial analysis Project documentation Graphic design Cartographic publications Visual communication design Presentation preparation Productivity software Research findings presentation Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Robert and Company is seeking an experienced Urban Planner / Project Planner to join our multidisciplinary planning, landscape architecture, architecture, and engineering practice in Atlanta. This is not an entry-level position. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience preparing planning analyses, written reports, maps, graphics, and public-facing deliverables for community planning, transportation, parks and recreation, downtown planning, corridor planning, and/or urban design projects. The selected candidate should be comfortable working with a senior project manager while also taking ownership of assigned tasks, making sound planning judgments, organizing information clearly, and producing accurate, client-ready work. Key Responsibilities Prepare planning studies, feasibility studies, existing conditions analyses, comprehensive plan elements, corridor assessments, trail and bicycle/pedestrian planning materials, downtown plans, park and recreation planning documents, and related reports. Use GIS, field observations, adopted plans, demographic data, land use data, transportation data, and other sources to support defensible planning analysis. Develop clear maps, diagrams, tables, exhibits, and written narratives that explain existing conditions, key findings, recommendations, and implementation considerations. Translate project goals and client input into organized work products with limited day-to-day direction. Support public engagement efforts, including meeting materials, presentation graphics, summaries, and documentation of public input. Coordinate with landscape architects, architects, civil engineers, transportation planners, and other technical staff on multidisciplinary projects. Participate in client meetings, internal coordination meetings, site visits, and field assessments. Manage assigned tasks, track deadlines, communicate progress, and identify questions or issues early. Contribute to proposals, scopes of work, project narratives, and planning-related business development efforts as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor's or master's degree in Urban Planning, City and Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Geography, Public Policy, or a related field. 3+ years of relevant professional experience in planning, urban design, landscape architecture, transportation planning, parks and recreation planning, or a closely related field. Demonstrated experience preparing written planning documents, reports, memos, or plan sections. Strong GIS skills, including map production, spatial analysis, and data organization. Strong written communication skills and the ability to explain planning issues clearly and professionally. Strong graphic communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear maps, diagrams, tables, and presentation materials. Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while coordinating with senior staff and multidisciplinary teams. Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, well-organized deliverables. Experience with public-sector clients, community planning processes, public meetings, or stakeholder engagement. Proficiency with Microsoft Office. Preferred Qualifications AICP, PLA, or progress toward professional certification/licensure. Experience with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, SketchUp, Rhino, or other design/visualization tools. Experience with transportation planning, bicycle and pedestrian planning, trail planning, parks planning, downtown planning, or comprehensive planning. Experience preparing proposals, scopes, schedules, meeting summaries, or client-facing presentations. Familiarity with Georgia planning processes, zoning and development codes, local government clients, MPOs, GDOT, or public-sector planning work. Benefits Robert and Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401k
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision Insurance Robert and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Work Location:

In person