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Stantec

Urban Planner

Charlotte, NC · On-site

A graduate degree in Urban Design, Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field. * One to four years of relevant experience. This description is not a comprehensive listing of ...

Quanta Services

Planner I

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site +1

... urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way. In July 2020, HBK ... We are seeking a graduate from either Service Planner Development Program (SPDP) ORpossessesone or ...

Urban Insight

Associate Editor (Planetizen)

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$50K - $60K/yr

Completing editing and quality assurance tasks for the Planetizen Guide to Graduate Urban Planning Programs, Planetizen Courses, AICP Exam Prep, and other Planetizen products. Success Metrics In your ...

Urban Insight

Associate Editor (Planetizen)

Chicago, IL · Remote

$50K - $60K/yr

Completing editing and quality assurance tasks for the Planetizen Guide to Graduate Urban Planning Programs, Planetizen Courses, AICP Exam Prep, and other Planetizen products. Success Metrics In your ...

Urban Insight

Associate Editor (Planetizen)

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$50K - $60K/yr

Completing editing and quality assurance tasks for the Planetizen Guide to Graduate Urban Planning Programs, Planetizen Courses, AICP Exam Prep, and other Planetizen products. Success Metrics In your ...

Urban Insight

Associate Editor (Planetizen)

New York, NY · Remote

$50K - $60K/yr

Completing editing and quality assurance tasks for the Planetizen Guide to Graduate Urban Planning Programs, Planetizen Courses, AICP Exam Prep, and other Planetizen products. Success Metrics In your ...

Urban Insight

Associate Editor (Planetizen)

Los Angeles, CA · On-site +1

$50K - $60K/yr

Completing editing and quality assurance tasks for the Planetizen Guide to Graduate Urban Planning Programs, Planetizen Courses, AICP Exam Prep, and other Planetizen products. Success Metrics In your ...

Urban Insight

Associate Editor (Planetizen)

New York, NY · On-site +1

$50K - $60K/yr

Completing editing and quality assurance tasks for the Planetizen Guide to Graduate Urban Planning Programs, Planetizen Courses, AICP Exam Prep, and other Planetizen products. Success Metrics In your ...

Urban Insight

Associate Editor (Planetizen)

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$50K - $60K/yr

Completing editing and quality assurance tasks for the Planetizen Guide to Graduate Urban Planning Programs, Planetizen Courses, AICP Exam Prep, and other Planetizen products. Success Metrics In your ...

Bsu

Instructor of Urban Planning

Muncie, IN · On-site

$1K - $4K/wk

This part-time adjunct instructor will teach one course to undergraduate and/or graduate students in the Department of Urban Planning. * Includes providing timely feedback and midterm grades to ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate urban planner in the United States is $69,253.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $81,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for a Graduate Urban Planner?

As a Graduate Urban Planner, your day often involves supporting senior planners by gathering and analyzing data, attending community meetings, preparing reports, and assisting with site assessments and plan development. You may collaborate with architects, engineers, and local government officials to ensure that projects align with zoning regulations and broader development goals. You'll frequently use mapping software and data visualization tools to communicate planning ideas. This role offers a variety of tasks and the opportunity to build experience across multiple facets of the urban planning process.

What is a Graduate Urban Planner job?

A Graduate Urban Planner is an entry-level role for individuals who have recently completed a degree in urban planning or a related field. They assist in developing land use plans, researching urban development trends, analyzing data, and supporting senior planners in projects related to transportation, housing, and environmental sustainability. Graduate Urban Planners often work for government agencies, private firms, or nonprofit organizations, helping to shape communities by balancing social, economic, and environmental factors. This role provides hands-on experience and professional growth opportunities, preparing individuals for more senior planning positions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Graduate Urban Planner position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Graduate Urban Planner, you typically need a degree in urban planning or a related field, a solid understanding of planning principles, and strong analytical and research abilities. Familiarity with GIS software, planning codes, and data analysis tools is commonly expected. Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help you collaborate with stakeholders and present complex ideas clearly. These skills and qualifications enable you to effectively contribute to planning projects and support sustainable community development.

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Urban Planner

Urban Planner

Stantec

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

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8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 81 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

A career in transportation is more than bridges, roads, and rail. As we plan, design, and manage projects that move people and goods from Point A to Point B, we create connections that transform our communities. Every airport, road, bridge, port, or transit project is an opportunity to make communities safer, cleaner, and more resilient. Together, we're making an impact around the world.
If you're looking for a career that moves, join our team of professionals who are passionate about the future of transportation.
Your Opportunity
Stantec's Multi-modal Planning team in North Carolina is seeking an urban planner to work with senior staff as part of a multi-disciplinary design team including planners, urban designers, mobility experts, landscape architects, architects, civil engineers, and other technical experts on a wide variety of projects with public and private entities. Our clients include local, state and federal agencies, large institutions, and private developers.
The Urban Planner will work locally on a variety of traditional urban planning and transportation projects that could include strategic plans, downtown vision/master planning, bike/pedestrian network plans, corridor studies, and design guidelines, among others. Candidates will also work closely with one of Stantec's North American Infrastructure initiatives called Smart(ER) Mobility, which focuses on innovative solutions through the lens of [E]quity and [R]esilience. These projects could include Transit-oriented Development and Mobility Hub planning and design, policy plans for Advanced Air Mobility, Safety Action Plans, First/Last Mile designs to transit stations, Complete Street design, program management for local and state transit authorities, and automated vehicle studies. Candidates with a combination of strong writing and graphics skills, research and analytical capabilities, and experience with urban design and/or transportation projects are strongly encouraged to apply. The Urban Designer/Transportation Planner must be able to work independently and with a team of multi-disciplinary professionals and be open to working on virtual teams across the globe.
Your Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams of planners, designers, engineers, and specialists on a variety of projects.
  • Contribute to all phases of projects including visioning, analysis, planning, design, public engagement, and final production.
  • Create drawings and graphics including maps, diagrams, sketches, renderings, and 3D models.
  • Assist with research, data collection, and analysis for use in planning, design, policy development, and implementation.
  • Prepare presentation quality materials for client exhibits, in-person and online community engagement events, public presentations, and plan documents for online and hard copy publication.
  • Work directly with clients and team members to develop and help implement policies, plans, and design projects.

Qualifications - External
Your Capabilities and Credentials
  • Knowledge and understanding of the process, tools, and techniques of urban/transportation planning.
  • Excellent graphic, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent research and analysis skills with qualitative and quantitative data relevant to urban/transportation planning and design.
  • Proficiency with ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong working knowledge of Rhinoceros/SketchUp and/or other 3D visualization software is a plus.
  • A passion for placemaking, walkability, sustainability, resilience, and innovation in urban/transportation design and planning.
  • Experience with the production of planning reports and documents and a thorough knowledge and familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Ability to engage effectively with a wide variety of clients and stakeholders, including virtually and in-person.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work within flexible schedules and a hybrid of in-person and work-from-home office environments.
  • Ability and desire to travel.
  • Location in Charlotte, NC is preferred.

Education and Experience
  • A graduate degree in Urban Design, Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
  • One to four years of relevant experience.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Primary Location: United States | NC | Charlotte
Organization: BC-1710 Transpt-US Carolinas
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: No
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 13/05/2026 12:05:58
Req ID: 1005872
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.

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