Overview

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB’s Washington, D.C. office is seeking an entry-level Planner to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic team, across diverse disciplines, giving you exposure to a wide variety of projects in size and scope. VHB has consistently been rated as one of the top Engineering Firms to work for up and down the east coast.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of plans, projects, programs, and/or strategies within a variety of areas (e.g.,sustainability, climate adaptation, recycling, renewable energy, resource conservation).
• Assists in the preparation of planning documents and applications. Researches and interprets comprehensive policy plans, zoning and land use regulations, demographics, statistical data, and related community information. Prepares written technical planning documents, applications, and justification statements in conformance with codes, plans, and regulations. Summarizes information collected by others and assembles reports.
• Assists in researching, analyzing, and determining potential impact of proposed legislation or policy issues. Gathers, compiles, and analyzes data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting land use and evaluates the data for forecasting.
• Conducts surveys, field evaluations, planning studies to include feasibility studies, and assessments.
• Assists in developing generalized studies in support of new and updated plans, programs, and regulations.
• Assists with coordination of project resources and sub-consultants. Interacts with numerous team members, clients, and consultants to advance projects in a timely manner.
• Assists designers with the preparation of master plans and site-specific designs. Prepares graphics, maps, and diagrams to support planning projects. Prepares presentation materials for meetings.
• Attends meetings with local authorities, civic leaders, social scientists, and land planning and development specialists for the purpose of devising and recommending arrangements of land and physical facilities for residential, commercial, transportation, industrial, and community uses.
• Participates in professional and personal development aligned with career goals.
• Performs all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and company policies and procedures.

 Skills and Attributes

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent analytical skills, proficiency with qualitative and quantitative research methods
• Self-motivated, fast learner
• Highly organized
• Capable of balancing and performing multiple tasks/projects in a professional environment
• Must be able to work independently and as a part of project teams

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of planning experience, whether through coursework or professional experience
• BA in Planning or related area of study relevant to specialization (e.g., Environmental Studies, Urban Planning, Urban Design/Studies, Regional Planning, Sustainability Planning, Economics, Aviation, Civil Engineering, Urban Transportation Planning)

This position requires COVID-19 vaccination per client requirements.

WE ARE VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments.

Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment.

Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience.

• Inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
• Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
• Amazing co-workers
• A focus on learning and development
• Flexible, hybrid workplace

It’s not surprising that VHB has consistently been rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30 offices on the East Coast. We’re growing and we hope you’ll join us!

VHB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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