Planner

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000 passionate team members across 55 locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards:

• Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #10 in the “Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms” in the U.S. by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
• Recognized in Crains “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.
• Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

Objective Summary: The Planner will support the project team by designing portions of projects.  The person in this position will also be responsible for addressing land planning and design issues under minimal supervision.  In this role, an employee will be expected to develop and demonstrate proficiency in regards to the essential functions of the job found below.

Responsibilities:

• Understand project scope and confer with other project team members. 
• Conduct due diligence for project:
  • Gather current and historical data from multiple reference sources (e.g., zoning ordinances, master plans, wetland maps, and existing drawings).
  • Interpret land ordinances and other materials.
  • Review with project team members. 
• Conduct field work:
  • Participate in site investigations (e.g. tree identification, wetland delineation, natural features inventories, and wetland mitigation plans).
• Prepare design and reports:
  • Utilize Atwell Product Quality Manual preparation guides.
  • Perform a variety of land planning tasks (e.g. conceptual layout, site analysis plans, planning reports, planting plans, and site data calculations).
  • Utilize AutoCAD and graphics-related software packages.
  • Attend meetings with project team.
  • Communicate with client, municipalities, and agencies as directed.
• Prepare mark-ups for finished drawings:
  • Incorporate client and senior project team member's review comments onto redline plans.
• Review finished drawings for in-house submittal:
  • Verify revisions completed by other team members
• Use and understand land and site planning procedures and regulations: 
  • Apply appropriate Atwell Standard Operating Guidelines as well as local and state guidelines.
• Ensure product quality and Atwell reputation by following the Atwell Product Quality Manual and established standards.
• Prepare public presentations to clients, municipalities, and agencies as directed.
• Achieve performance objectives by meeting or exceeding designated chargeability and hours worked. 

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Land Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture, or industry equivalent.

Experience:

• Zero-four (0-4) years of practical experience in related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, Photoshop, and GIS

Pay Range : $65,000 USD - $85,000 USD

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages 
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation 
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment up to $25K
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals up to $5,000
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services