Urban Planner
GoldmanHarris LLC
September 18, 2014
Professional Area:
Planning Law
Contact person:
Fred T. Milani, Office Administrator
Phone:
212-935-1622
Email:
fmilani@goldmanharris.com
Location:
New York, NY
GoldmanHarris LLC is New York City’s leading boutique zoning and land use law firm. We provide legal services to developers, architects and lenders on a wide array of real estate projects. We are seeking an Urban Planner or Architect with 1-5 years of relevant experience to take on a leadership role as a planner and project manager.
A successful candidate must possess excellent project management skills and be a self-starter capable of thriving in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
Degree Requirements:
Master’s Degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Architecture, Real Estate or a related field is required. We will consider applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or a related field and relevant experience.
Salary: $55,000 – $80,000+ commensurate with experience.
Primary responsibilities would include:
- Working with the development, architectural, environmental and consulting teams to coordinate and execute City Planning Commission and Board of Standards and Appeals applications; managing application filings and interfacing with public sector.
- Performing zoning analyses and due diligence.
- Conducting planning research to support land use applications and assignments.
- Assisting in drafting opinions, memorandums and written deliverables for clients; producing visual communication materials as necessary; editing Zoning Lot Development Agreements, Restrictive Declarations and similar legal documents under supervision of Attorneys.
A qualified candidate would possess:
- Excellent writing skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to meet strict deadlines and maintain a professional demeanor.
- Working knowledge of New York City’s Zoning Resolution.
- Familiarity with the planning and development processes for New York City.
- Ability to work both collaboratively and with limited supervision.
- Competence in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign) is preferred.
We are looking for an immediate hire. To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter.