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Plan & Design Specialist (Deerfield)

Who: Village of Deerfield, IL - Community Development Department

What: Under the direction of the Principal Planner, and working with the Planner I, the Planning & Design Specialist will be primarily responsible for all Appearance Review Commission processes working closely with petitioners as they go through the development phases from start to finish. In addition, this position will provide professional and technical support to all planning-related activities of the Community Development Department. The Planning & Design Specialist will also be involved with a variety of special projects as assigned.

Community Development Director - City of Pismo Beach, CA

Community Development Director

City of Pismo Beach, CA
Professional Area: 
Community Development and Redevelopment
Contact person: 
Teri Black / Julie Yuan-Miu
Phone: 
424.296.3111 / 925.820-8436
Location: 
Pismo BeachCA
Community Development Director
City of Pismo Beach
                                                                                               
From his/her ocean view office, the accessible Director will focus on downtown revitalization, development of design standards and the successful construction of premier resorts. The ideal candidate will have the proven ability to thrive as a working manager in a fast-paced environment and effectively balance multiple priorities and projects simultaneously. A superior people manager, he/she will also be an exceptional communicator and a planning professional who values design excellence. Relevant management experience and a Bachelor’s degree are required. A Master’s degree is preferred.
Current salary range goes up to $146,246 and is under review to ensure compensation is competitive for top candidate. Salary is supplemented by an attractive benefits package that includes city-paid deferred compensation. This recruitment will close on Sunday, November 22, 2015. Detailed brochure available at www.tbcrecruiting.com.
Teri Black · 424.296.3111
Julie Yuan-Miu · 925.820.8436
TERI BLACK & COMPANY, LLC

Transportation Planner II KLJ - West Fargo, ND

Transportation Planner II 

KLJ
Professional Area: 
Transportation Planning
Experience: 
5-7 years
Contact person: 
Kim Dittus

Location: 
West FargoND
Position Purpose: Provide planning and program management services for KLJ projects in a timely, accurate, and cost effective manner.
Essential Functions:
  • Provide transportation planning functions such as developing traffic safety, operations and policy reports and presenting to clients and the public. 
  • Prepare site analysis, concept design, design development, and presentations 
  • Use software and equipment to prepare and revise technical drawings and plans using company established standard procedures 
  • Provide quality control by reviewing completed work to ensure compliance with KLJ quality standards 
  • Communicate consistently with the project manager, client and contractor 
  • Must have a valid drivers license and be able to operate motorized vehicles
Responsibilities: 
  • May serve as project manager on designated projects 
  • Participate and facilitate in meetings with stakeholders and clients 
  • Confer with project team members and clients to lead, prepare, and participate in project proposals and interviews
Qualifications Education: 
  • A Bachelors Degree in planning, civil engineering, or a related field and 5 to10 years of experience is required.
Preferences: 
  • A Masters Degree and an AICP are desired. 
  • GIS experience highly desired 
  • Experience with Synchro-SimTraffic, Cube Voyager and/or Vissim is preferred 
  • Experience with AutoCad and/orMicrostation is a plus.
Hours and Travel 
This position requires the individual work 40 or more hours per week with 90-95% of the time spent in the office and 5-10% in the field. 
Physical Requirements 
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. 
The employee is regularly required to: 
  • Sit, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, and crawl 
  • Use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms 
  • Talk or hear and communicate clearly
The employee must: 
  • Be able to walk on uneven terrain up to three miles per day 
  • Frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds 
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
M/F/Vet/Disability /Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Senior Urban Designer - City of Westminster, CO

Senior Urban Designer

City of Westminster, Colorado
Professional Area: 
Urban Design
Experience: 
3-5 years
Contact person: 
Human Resources

Phone: 
303-658-2150
Fax: 
303-706-3928
Email: 
jobs@cityofwestminster.us
Location: 
WestminsterCO
Requisition Number:     15-0623-C
Salary Range:             $75,626 - $94,533 per year
Opening Date:             Tuesday, June 23, 2015
Closing Deadline:          Monday, July 27, 2015, at 8:30 a.m.
The City of Westminster is committed to providing exceptional value and quality of life throughSPIRIT–Service,Pride,Integrity,Responsibility,Innovation andTeamwork.

POSITION PURPOSE
This is a senior-level professional planning and urban design position, which will perform a variety of design related work efforts; both in project review and in the development of design guidelines, long range planning documents, comp plans, etc. The position will be a key contributor to the Planning Division regarding urban design concepts.  Work hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday (City Hall is closed on Fridays).

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS
Our ideal candidate will have experience or familiarity with Effective oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills and technical expertise are essential for successful job performance.  In addition, the position requirements include:

Required:
  • Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture or related field with at least four (4) years of experience in a design related field; OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in Planning or a design discipline, such as urban design, architecture, or landscape architecture combined with at least six (6) years of directly related experience
Preferred:
  • Strong background in city planning, urban form, and design (both architecture and base land planning, land use mix, etc.)
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, SketchUp and GIS
  • Certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP), membership in the American Institute of Architects (AIA), LEED Certification, or equivalent
  • Ability to visualize potential schemes and devise alternatives
  • Knowledge of the materials, methods, systems, and the tools used to construct objects, structures, and buildings
The following must be submitted online by 8:30 a.m., on the closing date:
  • A City of Westminster Online Employment Application (Apply Online atwww.cityofwestminster.us);
  • A resume and cover letter describing why you are interested in this position is required. A PDF of work/project samples (maximum 6 pages) may also be submitted to illustrate your design and physical planning experience.

PLANNER IV (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS) - Cook County, IL

PLANNER IV (TRANSPORTATION AND HIGHWAYS)   

Requisition ID

:  00117836 

Job Posting

:  Jun 12, 2015, 4:12:42 PM   

Closing Date

:  Jul 13, 2015, 11:59:00 PM Full-time  Shift Start Time:  8:30 A.M.   Shift End Time:  4:30 P.M.
   Posting Salary:  $2149.68 BI-WEEKLY

Organization

:  Offices Under the President

Job Summary
Under minimal guidance from the Director of Strategic Planning and Policy, develops, designs, monitors and implements specific and large-scale transportation planning studies, projects and programs.  Prepares analyses of proposed transportation policies and projects’ impacts relative to land use, community development and economic development plans. Utilizes a wide range of technical skills and knowledge to maintain control over multi-faceted operations in the external field and department. Coordinates internal/external agencies, vendors and team efforts to ensure the standards of performance and departmental project goals are met.  Confers with management to develop strategies regarding on-going assignments.  Represents the department in joint local and regional projects, collaborates with outside agencies/vendors, and coordinates the deployment of staff.  Serves as the lead on designated assignments and coordinates with departmental staff, the County or other governmental agencies to ensure the timely completion of transportation planning projects.  Performs other duties as assigned.
  
Minimum Qualifications
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Planning or Public Administration is required.  (Must provide original college/university transcript at time of interview)*
  • Two (2) years of full-time work experience as an Urban Planner, Transportation Planner, Economic Development Planner, Community Development Planner, or Community Development/Economic Development Specialist is required.
  • A valid driver’s license is required.  (Must provide proof at time of interview)
*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE).  Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
Extensive knowledge of planning principles and practices respective to economic development and community revitalization.  Ability to think logically, draw conclusions and make recommendations with minimum supervision.  Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills.  Thorough knowledge of existing Federal and State grant programs for urban areas which may include transportation; community and economic development; environmental assessment and remediation; or housing issues.  Skill researching and analyzing US Census data, transportation, social and economic statistics.  Skill interpreting and applying statistics to major transportation plan, policy and project proposals.  Skill designing maps, graphics, spreadsheets and databases for various media presentations and project monitoring tools.  Skill producing strategic and/or comprehensive planning documents.  This position requires moderate to extensive travel to work assignments throughout Cook County.
 
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work.  They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

Transportation Planner II, KLJ - West Fargo, ND

Transportation Planner II 

KLJ
Professional Area: 
Transportation Planning
Experience: 
5-7 years
Location: 
West FargoND

Job Reference Number: 15-0160
Position Purpose 
Provide planning and program management services for KLJ projects in a timely, accurate, and cost effective manner
Essential Functions
  • Provide transportation planning functions such as developing traffic safety, operations and policy reports and presenting to clients and the public.
  • Prepare site analysis, concept design, design development, and presentations
  • Use software and equipment to prepare and revise technical drawings and plans using company established standard procedures
  • Provide quality control by reviewing completed work to ensure compliance with KLJ quality standards
  • Communicate consistently with the project manager, client and contractor
  • Must have a valid drivers license and be able to operate motorized vehicles Responsibilities:
  • May serve as project manager on designated projects
  • Participate and facilitate in meetings with stakeholders and clients
  • Confer with project team members and clients to lead, prepare, and participate in project proposals and interviews

Qualifications Education: 
  • A Bachelors Degree in planning, civil engineering, or a related field and 5 to10 years of experience is required. Preferences:
  • A Masters Degree and an AICP are desired.
  • GIS experience highly desired
  • Experience with Synchro-SimTraffic, Cube Voyager and/or Vissim is preferred
  • Experience with AutoCad and/or Microstation is a plus.
Hours and Travel 
This position requires the individual work 40 or more hours per week with 90-95% of the time spent in the office and 5-10% in the field.
M/F/Vet/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity 
TO APPLY, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.KLJENG.COM

Architect | Designer I, M.W. Steele Group - San Diego, CA

Architect | Designer I

M.W. Steele Group
Professional Area: 
Architecture
Contact person: 
Markala Comfort

Email: 
markala@mwsteele.com
Location: 
San DiegoCA
Position Type:  Architect / Designer I
Vertical Market:  Commercial / High-end Retail
Experience:  3-5 Years
Job Description
Our firm is seeking an Architect Designer, recently licensed architect or non-registered graduate, with 3-5 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have a depth of experience in conceptual design through design development and be accustomed to generating and developing a variety of presentation drawings.  Work will be focused on the high end retail sector of our work so commercial interior design documentation skills and experience are necessary.  This will be a supporting role working directly with the design principal in the office.  Demonstrable design and computer skills are required along with the sketching abilities necessary to this process.  Candidate must be able to handle multiple projects and associated deadlines simultaneously.
Qualifications
  • Interior Design Experience: Commercial, Retail, Tenant Improvements
  • Capability to work well under pressure, juggle and prioritize multiple projects and adjust work accordingly, often against tight deadlines
  • Facility to work well within an open office; team environment
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe CS6, 3-D rendering etc…  
How to Apply
Interested candidates must provide via email (no phone calls please): a cover letter, resume and a graphic portfolio/work samples to markala@mwsteele.com

Associate Landscape Architect/Urban Designer, Nadi Design - Chicago, IL

Associate Landscape Architect/Urban Designer
Nadi Design - Chicago, IL
Nadi Design is an award winning team of landscape architects, urban designers, interior designers, graphic designers, and development specialists. Nadi Design integrates the art and science of landscape architectural design to create memorable, enduring spaces that inspire people to interact with their surroundings. We respond to natural features and architectural context to arrive at unique, appropriate and sustainable design solutions to realize our clients’ visions.
Our collaborative studio environment promotes open communication and the flow of creativity which is reflected in our growing portfolio of built projects. We are committed to outstanding client service through the life of each project. With two offices in Canada, Nadi Design is expanding with a new office located in downtown Chicago. The firm seeks to hire and retain an energetic, enthusiastic and self-motivated Landscape Architect who is passionate, collaborative, and responsible, to join the Chicago office.
Nadi Design provides a supportive atmosphere of entrepreneurial growth for this position. It also supports a can-do attitude towards building client relationships and the pursuit of increasingly complex project opportunities. The selected candidate will join a successful, international office of designers, planners, and landscape architects in support of public and private sector projects throughout Chicagoland, the surrounding states, and beyond.
Basic Job Description: 
The successful candidate will report directly to the firm’s Principal/CEO, play a significant business development role, and be responsible for all phases of the Chicago office’s landscape architecture & urban design projects. This individual will manage and lead master plan and site plan design, preliminary design, design development and the preparation of construction plans and specifications. He/she will coordinate contracts and project invoicing, will schedule technical reviews, and will serve as key point of contact with local clients. The successful candidate must demonstrate relevant knowledge/experience in several of the firm’s Practice Areas, including Neighbourhood Design, Parks & Public Spaces, Town Centres & Squares, Sustainable Design, and Community Master Planning. Travel (including international travel) is to be expected as collaboration with colleagues in other offices will be anticipated.
Required Qualifications: 
  • Bachelors or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture and/or Urban Design from an accredited program;
  • Minimum 8 years' experience in Landscape Architecture and/or Urban Design;
  • RLA/ASLA (Landscape Architect) license/registration or equivalent;
  • Proficient in VectorWorks (or AutoCAD), Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office and Sketch Up
  • Hand drawing and graphic skills (plan and section/elevation);
  • Passion for design and the profession;
  • An interest in expanding their Landscape and hardscape design experience;
  • Organized, innovative and ambitious;
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Fine Print: 
This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. As an equal opportunity employer, women and visible minorities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the firm's Substance Policy and Reference check program. Please submit resume, cover letter, salary history and expectations for consideration. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance not provided.

Senior Project Manager, San Francisco Housing Authority - San Francisco, CA

Senior Project Manager

San Francisco Housing Authority
Professional Area: 
Housing
Experience: 
7-10 years
Contact person: 
Matthew Waggoner

Phone: 
4157153278
Fax: 
4153300785
Email: 
waggonerm@sfha.org
Location: 
San FranciscoCA
CLASSIFICATION: Sr. Project Manager
DEPARTMENT: Housing Development and Modernization DATE OPENED: February 11, 2015 FILING DEADLINE: February 27, 2015 SALARY: $3,005 – 3,653 Bi-Weekly EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Temporary
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY MAIL OR IN PERSON AT THE SFHA HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Under the direction of the Administrator of Housing Development and Modernization, the Senior Project Manager classification manages highly complex modernization and/or new construction projects of an urgent or technically complex nature, including conversion of public housing to the HUD Rental Assistance Demonstration Program, which may be characterized by intricate funding and permitting processes, complicated public and/or external agency involvement, and a high degree of political sensitivity or visibility. The classification serves as an internal consultant in the design, site planning and preparation of construction documents for such projects. The classification develops and administers consultant and construction contracts. In addition, the classification reviews and evaluates plans specifications and other work products developed by consultant and private contractors. The Senior Project Manager classification differs from the Project Manager classification in that the former is assigned responsibility for the completion of more urgent or technically complex new construction and/or rehabilitation projects, which may address a wide variety of complicated structural systemic and/or aesthetic issues associated with an entire public housing development or a significant portion thereof, and which typically exceed ten million dollars in cost. In addition, the Senior Project Manager classification exercises a higher degree of independent decision making.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED This classification receives general direction from the Administrator of Housing Development and Modernization. The Senior Project Manager classification may directly supervise Project Managers and clerical personnel assigned to specific projects.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) 
Duties associated with the Senior Project manager classification include but are not limited to the following. Determines the scope of assigned RAD conversion, rehabilitation and/or new construction projects. Prepares proposals and new contracts for consulting services. Makes technical decisions and establishes technical criteria and standards. Prepares projects plans, schedules and cost estimates from concept through design and construction. May prepare design development documents for assigned projects. Makes recommendations regarding the selection of consultants and private contractors. Directs or coordinates the planning of assigned RAD conversion, rehabilitation and/or new construction projects. Reviews the recommendations of subordinate personnel. Makes decisions regarding the feasibility of alternative proposals. Assumes responsibility for the completion of assigned RAD conversion rehabilitation and/or new construction projects on time, within budget, and at a high level of quality. Confers with technical staff, regulatory and other public agencies, consultants, private contractors, and resident organizations regarding planning, design, construction, financial and related procedural issues, and resolves such issues. Monitors consultant and construction contracts. Reviews and approves plans and other work products prepared by consultants and private contractors. Monitors work flow and project schedules. Controls project expenditures to insure conformance with budget and design and private contractors. Monitors work flow and project schedules and modifies the work flow of an assigned project to insure conformance with the project schedule. May modify the schedule of an assigned project, as required. Attends unit, divisional and agency-wide meetings as required. May represent the unit, division or Authority at senior level meetings and conferences regarding rehabilitation and/or new construction issues and/or activities. Prepares reports, memoranda, letters and other forms of documentation associated with the duties and responsibilities of the classification. Performs other related duties, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
  • The incumbent must possess a thorough, experience-based understanding of the principles and practices associated with the design development and construction engineering processes; 
  • local, state and federal statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations regarding consulting and construction contracts; 
  • public sector construction funding alternatives; 
  • modern construction methods; and construction related contract administration and inspection processes.
Skills: 
  • The incumbent must possess the ability to analyze design and construction related problems, identify alternative solutions, and anticipate the design and/or functional consequences associated with proposed actions; 
  • interpret consulting and construction related local, state and federal statues, ordinances, rules and regulations, and Authority policies and procedures; 
  • facilitate the resolution of issues associated with the construction related funding and/or permitting processes; 
  • utilize PC based word processing and spreadsheet software packages such as Microsoft Word, Project, Access or Microsoft Excel; and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and make effective public presentations.
Education and Experience: Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. 
A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: 
  • Education equivalent to the completion of a Bachelor’s degree, from an accredited college or university with major course work in architectural design, construction engineering, city planning or a closely related field. 
  • A Master’s degree is highly desirable. 
  • Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible experience in the development of plans, schedules and cost estimates, and the monitoring of the design development and construction processes associated with the modernization and/or development of public facilities. 
  • Two years of the required experience must reflect the management of technically complex, multi-million dollar public sector construction projects. 
  • Experience with HUD RAD, HOPE VI and/or Choice Neighborhoods program implementation is preferred. 
  • Sensitivity to and experience working with the ethnically and culturally diverse individuals, communities, agencies and organizations which comprise the constituency of the San Francisco Housing Authority.
Licenses and Certifications: Possession of, valid driver’s license and insurability by the Authority’s automobile insurance carrier by time of appointment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, to inspect Authority development sites, including traversing uneven terrain, climbing ladders, stairs, and other temporary or construction access points; to operate a motor vehicle, and to visit various Authority and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees may work in the field and occasionally be exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
SELECTION PLAN Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be administered an examination that may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that evaluate, knowledge, skill, ability or qualifications. Applicants must pass each phase of the process to be placed on the list that will be used to fill vacancies. The Authority may without notice, change or eliminate any particular assessment component or combination of components as the needs of the Agency dictate. This position is MEA represented. The eligibility list is certified by the rule of the list. Employment offers are contingent upon documentation of the right to work in the United States and a criminal record check.
HOW TO APPLY Applications are being accepted through the San Francisco Housing by mail or in person at the Human Resources Department. Interested individuals should submit a SFHA Employment Application to the San Francisco Housing Authority’s Human Resources Department, 1815, Egbert Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94124. The employment application can be obtained atwww.sfha.org. Resumes may be attached to the application; however, resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed San Francisco Housing Authority application.
VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION Applicants may be required to submit verification of (proof) of qualifying education and experience at any point in the application, examination or selection process.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION Qualified individuals with disabilities requesting reasonable accommodations must do so within five (5) days after the invitation to the assessment process, to allow sufficient time to make arrangements by contacting the Human Resources Department at (415) 715-3101. The SFHA requires applicants to provide supporting documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation. In order to qualify for a reasonable accommodation, applicants must have a disability/medical condition pursuant to the ADA, FEHA, or other applicable statute.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The SFHA does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, ancestry, disability (mental and physical), color, creed, national origin, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, political affiliation, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status in its employment practices or the provision of services.