SAFEbuilt
Grand Rapids, MI
Experience: 7-10 years
Municipal services firm with planning offices in several states and an outstanding reputation for client service has an immediate opening for an experienced planning professional to lead and grow our Grand Rapids, MI Office. We’re seeking a talented, energetic planner to assist municipal clients with zoning, comprehensive planning and related tasks on projects in and around Grand Rapids. Business development and proposal preparation duties will also be part of the overall responsibility.
This position offers great opportunity for a dynamic, motivated self-starter who seeks professional opportunities and growth. You’ll be a member of our planning division with a full complement of resources to support you and exciting projects to keep you challenged. This position is responsible for office, client and staff management.
Qualifications / Responsibilities:
- Ability to direct professional staff in planning work, including substantive planning topics as well as assisting with workload management, staffing, budgeting, and mentoring
- Experience in preparing land development regulations and comprehensive plans, including public outreach and working with elected officials
- Knowledge of current planning and development review
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience in writing and presenting on planning topics at state or national professional conferences
- Ability to participate in all aspects of new project marketing, including proposal drafting, budgeting, and interviewing
- Ability and willingness to travel
- Master's degree in urban planning
- 10+ years’ experience in public or private sector;
- 3+ years as a project and/or staff manager
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Adobe Creative Suite
Inquiries: jobs@safebuilt.com
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