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CITY OF GRIFFIN

Planning Manager

Griffin, GA · On-site

The Planning Manager performs administrative and supervisory duties while directing current and long-range planning activities within the Department of Planning & Development Services. This role ...

Fujifilm

Planning Manager

North Kingstown, RI · On-site

As Planning Manager, you will own production planning and scheduling in a complex, fast-moving environment, working closely with operations, supply chain, maintenance, and quality teams to drive ...

BuzzBallz

Planning Manager

Carrollton, TX

The Planning Manager will partner closely with operations, procurement, and commercial teams to ensure materials availability, maintain accurate planning data, and support continuous improvement ...

CITY OF BELMONT

Planning Intern

Belmont, NC

$15/hr

The City of Belmont Planning & Zoning Department is seeking a part-time intern to support ongoing planning efforts throughout summer 2026. This is a paid, in-person position that will be expected to ...

City of Palm Desert, CA

Planning Manager

Palm Desert, CA · On-site

$125K - $172K/yr

Development Services/Planning Opening Date: 05/22/2026 Closing Date: 6/5/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Definition The City of Palm Desert provides exemplary and sustainable services, amenities and programs ...

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How much do planning jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for planning in the United States is $103,218.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Planner, you need expertise in project management, data analysis, and strategic thinking, often supported by a degree in urban planning, business, or a related field. Familiarity with planning software such as GIS, project management tools, and relevant certifications like AICP (for urban planners) are typically advantageous. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help Planners effectively coordinate with stakeholders and manage complex projects. These abilities are essential for creating efficient, sustainable plans that align with organizational or community goals.

What are planning jobs?

Planning jobs generally refer to roles involved in developing strategies and organizing resources to achieve specific goals within an organization or community. These positions can exist in various sectors, such as urban planning, event planning, financial planning, and project planning. Professionals in planning jobs analyze data, coordinate stakeholders, set timelines, and ensure that projects or initiatives proceed efficiently and successfully. Their work is essential for optimizing processes, budgeting, and meeting objectives within set constraints.

What is the difference between Planning vs Scheduling?

AspectPlanningScheduling
FocusDeveloping strategies, defining scope, and setting objectivesCreating detailed timelines and assigning specific tasks
CredentialsProject management certifications, industry experienceProject management or technical certifications, experience in tools
Work EnvironmentHigh-level, strategic, often in offices or project sitesDetail-oriented, task-focused, often in offices or on-site
UsageInitial project phases, overall project setupExecution phase, day-to-day task management

Planning involves setting the overall project strategy and objectives, while scheduling focuses on creating detailed timelines and task assignments to execute the plan effectively. Both roles are essential but serve different purposes within project management.

How does a Planning professional typically collaborate with other departments to ensure project success?

Planning professionals play a central role in coordinating with various departments such as engineering, procurement, and project management to align project timelines and resources. They often facilitate regular meetings, update schedules based on input from stakeholders, and resolve conflicts that may arise due to shifting priorities or unforeseen challenges. Effective collaboration requires strong communication skills and the ability to adapt plans dynamically, ensuring all teams remain informed and aligned toward common goals. This cross-functional teamwork is critical to delivering projects on time and within scope.
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Infographic showing various Planning job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,218 per year, or $49.6 per hour.
Senior Project Manager - Community Planning

Senior Project Manager - Community Planning

Alta Planning + Design

Tamalpais Valley, CA • Hybrid

$120K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description
Alta is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Community Planning team in Oakland. In this role, you will lead multiple concurrent general plans, specific plans, housing elements, and related planning projects as part of our expanding planning and urban design practice
About Alta
Alta Planning + Design is a climate-friendly community planning and design firm that prioritizes people, advances equity, and creates a safer, more resilient future. Alta acquired Raimi+Associates in 2026. As an Alta company, the R+A team offers expanded services to plan futures, shape places, and design movement. We are dedicated to creating active, healthy communities through planning, landscape architecture, engineering, and education/encouragement programs. 

Since its founding in 2006, R+A has served dozens of communities in California and across the nation as trusted advisors, skilled practitioners, imaginative problem solvers, and effective communicators. The R+A team now comprises Alta’s Community Planning business line, specializing in helping communities achieve their long-term visions by listening to and learning from ordinary people, partnering closely with our clients, and relying on our keen eye for place. 

Alta’s core values and work bring about positive change by creating places geared toward moving people rather than cars, connecting community, and empowering every person to live an active healthy life. As a national leader in creating healthy communities for 30 years, we are dedicated to connecting people to places by working across disciplines and scale to address social justice, safety, sustainability, and environmental resilience. 

Day to Day
  • Managing large community planning efforts, such as general plans, specific plans, housing elements, and other related planning documents updates.
  • Developing project scopes of work, schedules, and budgets, and managing these effectively over the course of multi-year planning processes.
  • Nurturing client relationships, overseeing client communication and management. 
  • Managing teams of subconsultants and technical experts.
  • Leading inclusive public engagement efforts.
  • Preparing proposals and supporting advanced marketing.

Qualifications
Required

This position requires a combination of skills, experience and education including, but not limited to
  • 10+ years of experience in urban planning in the public or private sector including demonstrated experience managing general plan, specific plan, housing element, and/or other planning documents.
  • Experience preparing community engagement plans and leading successful public outreach and participation programs, especially in diverse communities.
  • Commitment to incorporating sustainability, health, and equity into planning and design. 
  • Experience with business development including proposal writing and advanced marketing for new projects. Ability to cultivate lasting relationships with clients.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and flexible environment, while remaining organized and focused within the demands of consulting.

What We Offer
Flexible Schedule
Alta offers a flexible, hybrid work schedule where most employees work from home three days per week. In-office days support our collaborative culture, one of our core values.
Compensation
The pay range for this job in Oakland is $120,000-$140,000 annually. Placement within the range is based upon experience, skill-sets, and qualifications.
Benefits
Alta offers comprehensive benefits to all full-time employees:
  • Medical: PPO or HSA medical plans, Alta pays 75% of the cost
  • Dental/Vision: PPO, Alta pays 90% of the cost
  • Life Insurance: Alta pays 100% of the premium for life and AD&D, equal to your base compensation
  • 401(k): Alta provides a match up to 3%
  • PTO: 21 days accrued annually to start
  • Holidays: 11 total company paid holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave/Short-Term Disability 
  • Additional Benefits: Wellness reimbursement up to $800 annually, Alta Gets Around benefit of up to $900 annually, 5-year travel award, and professional development opportunities
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About Alta Planning + Design
Alta is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Alta Planning + Design, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. It is our policy that decisions involving people are made on the basis of job-related criteria, independent of an individual’s gender, race, color, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability for which reasonable accommodation is available, and any other status protected by law. This includes decisions involving hiring, job placement, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and company-sponsored programs. Alta Planning + Design maintains formal employment policies, available online and by request.

Affirmative Action Plan
Alta Planning + Design, Inc. is a federal contractor subject to affirmative action regulations requiring written Affirmative Action Plans (AAP’s) for minorities and women, and for covered veterans and individuals with disabilities. We worked intensively with a local firm that specializes in Affirmative Action Plans to develop a program for our company that will not only satisfy our federal obligations but will be a living document. This means the plan is integrated into our recruiting and evaluation procedures and is revisited often in order to ensure we’re doing everything we can to embrace and promote diversity within our company.

Our hiring process
Stage 1: Applied
Stage 2: Initial Screening
Stage 3: 1st Interview
Stage 4: Offer
Stage 5: Hired

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