Planner II

Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose!

At Verdantas, we’re redefining environmental consulting and sustainable engineering through our use of cutting-edge modeling and digital technology and our genuine commitment to people. Our work spans high-growth sectors like water resources, resilient land use, energy transformation, and civil infrastructure.

Our commitment to excellence, across more than 90 offices, is championed by a team of over 2,000 experts, scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, embedded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. We partner with clients to deliver smart, data-driven solutions to complex environmental and infrastructure challenges. We don’t just solve problems; we help shape a more sustainable future.

Join a people-first culture that values your well-being, empowers your growth, and amplifies your impact. At Verdantas, your career goes beyond the expected, and your work helps build a better world.

Ready to shape the future of resilient communities?

Join us as a Land Development Plan Reviewer Engineer II to help bring thoughtful, sustainable development to life! This is a unique opportunity to gain experience in reviewing land development, stormwater management, and erosion control plans for our Municipal clients. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers and planners to analyze technical drawings and calculations, ensuring projects meet community standards for safety, environmental responsibility, and sustainable growth. Your work will help create places where people live, work, and thrive.

We are looking for a team member who is eager to strengthen their technical skills and gain a deeper understanding of land development. This individual will thrive in a team setting, communicate openly, welcome feedback, think critically, and maintain a sharp eye for detail. At Verdantas, we offer meaningful growth opportunities, so we’re looking for a self-motivated individual who’s ready to take on new challenges and advance their career.

When joining our team, you will be welcomed into an environment that values what you bring to the table, supports continuous growth in your civil engineering career, and celebrates the accomplishments you achieve. Ranked the #1 firm to work for in 2025 by Zweig Group and Verdantas employees, you won't be just joining a firm; you'll be investing in a strong foundation for your career.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform research and data analysis for municipal, county, and state planning projects

• Assist with the preparation of comprehensive plans, zoning and land use codes, redevelopment plans, and planning studies

• Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team of planners, engineers, and landscape architects

• Develop maps, graphics, and layouts for planning documents and presentations

• Support public engagement efforts, including public meetings, workshops, and stakeholder outreach (in-person and virtual)

• Assist senior staff with technical analysis, report preparation, and coordination with government clients

• Attend meetings and events as needed, including occasional off-hours public meetings

• Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Geography/GIS, or a related field (preferred); or a Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of professional planning experience

• Experience with State and Local governments in one or more of the states within the Northeast Area

• Experience using ArcGIS Pro and/or ArcGIS Online for mapping and data analysis

• Familiarity with urban design and visualization tools such as SketchUp or similar platforms

• Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and related software

• Strong written and oral communication skills, particularly when explaining planning concepts to the public

• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and synthesize data, including the ability to use innovative digital tools

• Actively pursuing AICP certification (preferred)

• Understanding of U.S. Census data and its application to planning studies

• Interest in public-sector planning and working with government clients

Salary Range:

Salary range is between $80,000 - $95,000. Final offer will be determined by experience and licensure.

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