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Land-Use Planner
Udell Engineering & Land Surveying LLC
Lebanon, Oregon
Position Overview
We are seeking a Land-Use Planner to join our multidisciplinary engineering and land surveying team. This position plays a key role in guiding development projects through zoning, subdivision, and entitlement processes while coordinating closely with a multi-discipline design team.
The ideal candidate brings strong regulatory knowledge, practical land-use entitlement experience, and the ability to collaborate across technical disciplines to deliver successful project approvals.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct zoning and land-use research to evaluate development feasibility.
- Prepare and manage entitlement applications, including rezonings, annexations, conditional use permits, variances, site plans, and tentative plats.
- Coordinate with land surveyors on easements, re-plats, lot line adjustments, partitions, and subdivisions.
- Collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure site and building design aligns with zoning and development standards.
- Attend and present at pre-application, planning commission, zoning board, and city council conferences and hearings.
- Track project schedules and manage entitlement milestones.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Land Use Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a closely related field with 3 years of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Land Use Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a closely related field with 2 years of experience in land use planning consultation or local government planning
- Working knowledge of local zoning codes, subdivision regulations, comprehensive plans, and entitlement processes.
- Ability to interpret survey documents, legal descriptions, civil engineering and architectural plans.
- Strong technical and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple project applications in a deadline-driven environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- AICP certification.
- Experience with drafting (e.g., AutoCAD or Civil 3D).
Why Join Udell
- Established & Trusted Since 1946 – Be part of a firm with deep roots in Oregon communities and a long-standing reputation for integrity and technical excellence.
- Meaningful Community Impact – Contribute to projects that shape and support communities throughout Oregon.
- Hands-On, Collaborative Culture – Be part of a multi-disciplinary team that combines deep technical capacity with attentive, relationship-driven service and clear communication.
- Competitive Compensation & Benefits Package – We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees’ long-term success.
- Flexible Work Schedule – We recognize the importance of life outside of work and offer flexible hours to help employees balance personal and professional responsibilities.
- Work in the Heart of the Valley – Lebanon, Oregon offers an affordable cost of living, easy access to the Cascades, South Santiam River, and endless outdoor recreation, all within a welcoming community of about 20,000 people. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, Lebanon puts you about 90 minutes from Portland, the Oregon Coast, and Central Oregon.
About Udell Engineering
Since 1946, Udell Engineering and Land Surveying, LLC has proudly served Oregon communities with dependable service, technical expertise, and professional integrity. Founded in Lebanon by Bert Udell, our firm brings nearly 80 years of experience in engineering, land surveying, and consultation.
Our team structure combines the capacity to take on large, complex projects with the close client engagement of a relationship-driven firm. We take pride in being able to help shape the communities where we live and bring a personal connection, local insight, and a deep understanding of the places we help plan, build, and support.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $33.25 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lebanon, OR 97355
Salary : $33 - $40