Planner

Bowers Kubota Consulting is a full-service architectural, engineering, planning, construction management, and project/program management firm that has been servicing the islands for more than forty years. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work both nationally and in Hawai'i, we are dedicated to delivering successful projects of superior quality to our clients through teamwork and integrity.   

Listed as a National and Local Best Place to Work, Bowers Kubota Consulting is seeking a motivated Planner to join our team. The Planner works with both public and private sector clients in obtaining land use entitlements and permits required for development and on physical planning projects. The Planner will also work in a team preparing documents including reports, applications, correspondence, permit forms, physical plans, and other environmental documents. 

Job Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with specialization in city planning, architecture, engineering, economics, sociology, geography, public administration, or a related field Principles, practices, purposes, scope, and techniques of various phases of land use planning and the preparation, maintenance, and operation of a comprehensive plan for the improvement and development of a diversified urban and suburban jurisdiction
• Current trends in Federal, State, and local planning as they affect land use planning
   Knowledge of the State of Hawaii land use permitting procedures 
• Familiarity with urban, regional, and rural planning principles 
• Familiarity with GIS tools in support of technical analyses 
• Familiarity with real estate terminology, laws, practices, principles, and regulations 
• Familiarity with economic and social aspects and implications of city planning 
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local laws and ordinances relating to planning, zoning, land subdivision, and redevelopment 
• Problem-solving, negotiation and organizational skills 
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including the editing, oversight or preparation of technical reports, and the presentation of information to clients, government entities and various committees 
• Interpersonal and public relations skills to work effectively with clients, co- workers, government officials, other customers, and community organizations 
• Experience implementing public involvement plans and/or managing public comments preferred 
• Experience working in diverse settings 
• Experience and understanding with laws, rules and regulations pertaining to land use and planning within the local community 
• Knowledge of Hawaiian culture preferred 
• Valid driver’s license 

Essential Duties/Functions: 

• Prepare (research and write) and format technical and feasibility reports up to the final submittal stage and assist with compiling the draft and final reports; assist in directing and reviewing the preparation of reports and records by Planning Department staff 
• Coordinate with local planning and regulatory agencies to understand the requirements, procedures, and timelines 
• Identify potential owner and community concerns related to the development plans 
• Prepare Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements based on HRS Chapter 343 (as amended) or NEPA 
• Assist in the preparation of physical plans 
• Apply professional competence with specialized knowledge of land use planning, community planning, and facility planning 
• Prepare permit applications, such as: Section 404 Department of Army (DA) Permit 
• Section 10 DA Nationwide Permit 
• Section 401 State Department of Health Water Quality Certification 
• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit 
• Special Management Area (SMA) permit 
• Shoreline Setback Variance (SSV) 
• Conservation District Use Permit (CDUA) 
• Coastal Zone Management (CZM) Consistency Review and 
• Other permits that may be required for the project 
• Assist in representing the company in public meetings and meetings of the Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and with individuals or community groups as required 
• Develop technical studies to address issues such as siting, space optimization, area development, alternative courses of action, and project requirements 
• Participate in conferences and meetings involving departmental programs and functions 
• Speak effectively to individuals and groups and conduct investigations and meetings with property owners and clients 
• Maintain cooperative relationships with government agencies, civil organizations, and the public 
• Work with the graphics designer to prepare graphics for reports or presentation purposes 
• Review and comment on special studies required for a project, such as biological reports, archaeological or cultural reports, traffic studies, infrastructure studies, and other studies as may be required for the project 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

DEPARTMENT: Planning

LOCATION: Honolulu, HI

SALARY RANGE: $50,000 – $75,000 per year depending on experience

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled

100% Employee Owned