Urban Planner
Chicago, IL
RATIO is a multi-disciplinary international architecture,
landscape architecture, historic preservation, economic development and urban
planning firm with offices in Indianapolis, Chicago, Champaign, Raleigh and
Shanghai. We are growing our urban planning and urban design practice in
Chicago and are seeking a professional with 3+ years of experience. Projects in
the studio focus on comprehensive planning, master planning, urban design, land
use, zoning, community outreach, with a strong emphasis on implementation.
As a Planner with RATIO you will have knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning and design; ability to contribute to the production of high-quality plans, reports and analyses, ordinance exhibits and conduct research, as well as public outreach. You will also contribute to a variety of deliverables including workshop and public engagement materials so writing/communication skills are essential in this role. This position will support projects company-wide within the Planning Studio. You would be working in a collaborative environment supporting project managers and other staff members with all aspects of urban design and planning.
Responsibilities Include:
As a Planner with RATIO you will have knowledge of the principles and practices of urban planning and design; ability to contribute to the production of high-quality plans, reports and analyses, ordinance exhibits and conduct research, as well as public outreach. You will also contribute to a variety of deliverables including workshop and public engagement materials so writing/communication skills are essential in this role. This position will support projects company-wide within the Planning Studio. You would be working in a collaborative environment supporting project managers and other staff members with all aspects of urban design and planning.
Responsibilities Include:
- Researching topics including past and present
land uses; applicable local, regional, and state policies and regulations;
infrastructure and services; and funding opportunities
- Writing planning-related documents, such as
existing conditions reports, sections of planning documents and ordinances
- Facilitate creation of graphic work including
project deliverables and presentations for a variety of uses
- Budget and schedule adherence
- Editing, layout, and producing work products
for client and public review
- Assisting at community meetings and
facilitation of small group discussions
- Work creatively and independently as a member
of a multi-office team
Qualifications:
- Degree
in urban planning or a related field (master’s degree preferred)
- 3+
Years of full-time job experience in architecture, urban planning and
design, landscape architecture, or a related field.
- Strong
design skills and sensibilities
- AICP,
AIA, RLA accredited or on an accreditation track; LEED accreditation
preferred
- Ability
to effectively communicate with clients and stakeholders
- Ability
to manage project deliverables, deadlines and budgets
- Ability
to travel nationally and internationally, potentially on short notice
- Good
public facilitation, communication, writing and editing skills
- Strong
organizational skills
- Proficient
in Adobe Suite, AutoCad, and 3D programs; knowledge of GIS a plus; hand
sketching skills a plus
- Able
to use time effectively based on key priorities; manage multiple
assignments concurrently