Professional Planner - NV5

NV5 (NASDAQ: NVEE) is a provider of professional and technical engineering and consulting solutions to public and private sector clients in the infrastructure, energy, construction, program management and environmental markets. NV5 is an ENR Top 500 firm; we offer a full range of professional services in offices throughout the U.S.

We are looking for an experienced Planner to assist in the growth and expansion of our Planning + Design department.

• Provide analysis and recommendations for specific project-related tasks
• Prepare GIS maps to support Planning, Design, and Engineering applications, and due diligence efforts
• Perform quality control on work prepared by Project Planners and/or Planning Interns / GIS Technicians
• Perform planning calculations to support applications such as, but not limited to, minimum/maximum densities and intensities, site areas, setbacks, population projections, impact analyses, concurrency reservations, etc.
• Communicate directly with regulatory agencies, clients, and other consultants to ensure applications are consistent with the client’s vision and regulatory requirements
• Prepare justification reports for application submittals
• Prepare complete and accurate application packages for project submittals
• Prepare project correspondence such as meeting minutes, requests for additional information, owner letters, and Project Status Reports in a timely manner as specified by the Project Manager or Sr. Project Manager
• Organize and maintain project job files and keep current on all communications, such as memos, emails, schedules, and work products in a timely manner as specified by the Project Manager or Sr. Project Manager
• Coordinate and cooperate with all other project team members and Planning Department personnel
• Assist with data collection to ensure GIS files and templates are updated regularly with the best available data
• Keep updated on trends and events within the field of Planning in order to remain competitive, fully informed, and ahead of the competition
• Able to multi-task and handle multiple projects at one time
• Able to work without close supervision and in a team environment
• Able to comprehend and apply Comprehensive Plan and Zoning policies, Special Area Studies, and technical reports related to environmental conditions, geotechnical conditions, site lighting, tree mitigation, etc.

• BA or MA/ Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Design, Geography, Geomatics, or another related field of study
• Passing the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) exam is required
• The ability to comprehend and apply Comprehensive Plan and Zoning policies, Special Area Studies, and technical reports related to environmental conditions, geotechnical conditions, site lighting, tree mitigation, etc.
• Planning and business computer applications with working knowledge of the following software and skills: Environmental Systems Research Incorporated (ESRI) ArcGIS, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Bluebeam, and Adobe software
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, and graphical
• AutoCAD experience not required but strongly preferred

Work environment and physical demands of this position

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the organization), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• This position will be subject to indoor and outside environmental conditions, including weather conditions such as wet and /or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments. 
• Work will primarily be in the field involving long term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards at construction and project sites.
• Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to walk over rough and uneven terrain and be able to stand up to 10-12 hours a day on occasion.
• Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.
• Weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
• Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.