What are the responsibilities and job description for the Planner I - FL (Fort Myers or Naples) position at Bowman Consulting?
Short Description
Bowman has an opportunity for a Planner I to join our team in Naples or Fort Myers, FL.
At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.
Purpose
Perform planning-related activities for residential, commercial, and public land development projects.
Responsibilities
Leadership and Direction
Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.
Bowman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.
Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com.
Bowman has an opportunity for a Planner I to join our team in Naples or Fort Myers, FL.
At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.
Purpose
Perform planning-related activities for residential, commercial, and public land development projects.
Responsibilities
Leadership and Direction
- Receive general instruction on key objectives for execution. Receive directions as needed, and especially on difficult assignments and possible solutions. Work is completed using standard engineering techniques and design principles and is reviewed by more senior staff to ensure application of sound professional judgement.
- Work closely with more senior staff members to learn about and assist with planning work.
- Assist with the marketing of the firm’s capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships.
- Assist in the preparation of conceptual plans and/or land planning for various projects.
- Assist in the preparation of site feasibility studies and reports.
- Assist in the preparation of conceptual plans and/or land planning for various projects, which may include maps, graphs, charts, and other visual aids to illustrate planning studies.
- Review development proposals for conformance with local ordinances and codes.
- Assist in the preparation of submittal documents to obtain permits.
- Compile and assimilate reports and records for documentation purposes, accountability, and future reference such as impact studies, population data and analysis, maps, and diagrams.
- Coordinate GIS data in support of planning related projects, including researching data sources, collecting geospatial information and developing graphic representations of geospatial data.
- Assist in determining conformity with local codes, ordinances, policies, regulations, and procedures.
- Recommend approval or identify problems and assess alternatives for projects.
- May review environmental studies and impact reports from municipalities and/or external agencies and prepare environmental documentation for development proposals.
- Research landowner and third-party information, restrictions and agreements, anchor and tenant planning requirements.
- Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
- High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.
- Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.
- Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
- Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.
- Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.
- Aspirations to grow professionally and advance within the company.
- Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.
- Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.
- Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.
- Data analysis and interpretation skills.
- Perform other duties in support of the planning department's goals and objectives.
- Basic interpretation of maps, site and building plans, design concepts, and municipal code.
- Bachelor's degree in urban planning, landscape architecture, civil engineering or related field required.
- Entry level position, no prior experience required. Planning or similar relevant experience in the land development industry preferred.
- Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and court decisions applicable to assigned areas of responsibility.
- Working knowledge of: implementation of zoning and other municipal ordinances; community trends and market analysis techniques; statistical analysis techniques relevant to the planning process; terminology, symbols, methods, techniques, and instruments used in planning; methods used in developing information for General Plan modifications and municipal code amendments.
- Ability to communicate planning and architectural concepts clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Familiarity reading construction plans.
- Experience using planning and/or engineering design software such as Civil 3D, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, or other industry standard planning software and/or graphic design software strongly preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.
- Mobility around an office environment.
- Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
- Occasional outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.
- Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Occasional use of data collection equipment and/or drones, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.
- Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.
- Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.
- Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.
- Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.
Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.
Bowman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here.
Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.
If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruiting@bowman.com.
