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Halff

Urban Designer

Austin, TX · On-site

Halff is a mid-sized, employee-owned, diverse and full-service infrastructure consulting firm ... systems, land development, planning and landscape architecture, MEP engineering, public works ...

SOM

Urban Designer

Austin, TX

Engage in new business development, cultivating relationships with consultants, and supporting the ... Experience in the urban design and planning of domestic and international large-scale and complex ...

AECOM

Urban Designer

New York, NY · On-site

We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the ... Contribute to business development efforts including proposal development and client presentations

Lmn Architects

Urban Designer

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$90K - $105K/yr

Generating design and planning alternatives for infrastructure and development projects. * Leading ... Client and consultant coordination. A successful applicant will: * Be an excellent collaborator.

AECOM

Urban Designer

New York, NY · On-site

We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the ... Contribute to business development efforts including proposal development and client presentations

AECOM

Urban Designer

New York, NY · On-site

We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the ... Contribute to business development efforts including proposal development and client presentations

Aetwork

Urban Designer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Generating design and planning alternatives for infrastructure and development projects. * Leading ... Client and consultant coordination. A successful applicant will: * Be an excellent collaborator.

LMN

Urban Designer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Generating design and planning alternatives for infrastructure and development projects. * Leading ... Client and consultant coordination. A successful applicant will: * Be an excellent collaborator.

Mosaic Personnel

Urban Planner

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

Engineering & Planning Consulting Target Salary: 65K per year + depending on experience Why This ... Join a collaborative team working on a variety of community development and land use projects.

LMN Architects

Urban Designer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Generating design and planning alternatives for infrastructure and development projects. Leading ... Client and consultant coordination. A successful applicant will: Be an excellent collaborator. Have ...

EisnerAmper LLP

Senior Consultant- CDBG-DR

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery ... Support CDBG-DR consulting engagements, including planning, execution, and delivery. * Help clients ...

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How much do urban development consultant jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for urban development consultant in the United States is $78,627.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $92,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Urban Development Consultant vs Urban Planner?

AspectUrban Development ConsultantUrban Planner
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Urban Planning, Geography, or related fields; often certifications in project managementBachelor's or Master's in Urban Planning, Geography, or related fields; professional certification (e.g., AICP) often preferred
Work EnvironmentConsulting firms, government agencies, private sector; project-based workMunicipalities, government agencies, private firms; long-term planning projects
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by consulting firms and government bodies for development projectsPrimarily employed by city or regional planning departments

While both roles focus on urban development, Urban Development Consultants typically work on specific projects providing expert advice, whereas Urban Planners develop long-term plans for city growth. The roles often overlap but differ mainly in scope and employment setting.

How to become an urban development consultant?

To become an urban development consultant, typically a bachelor's degree in urban planning, architecture, civil engineering, or related fields is required, often complemented by a master's degree for advanced roles. Gaining experience through internships or entry-level positions, developing skills in project management and GIS tools, and obtaining relevant certifications such as AICP can enhance career prospects.

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Infographic showing various Urban Development Consultant job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,627 per year, or $37.8 per hour.

Urban Designer

Austin, TX • On-site

Halff
Civil Engineering Construction • 1 - 5K employees
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Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

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Job description

Urban Designer - Austin
Halff seeks an experienced urban designer to join our growing Planning and Landscape Architecture practice in the Austin office. The successful candidate should have experience engaging in public sector planning and urban design efforts in the private, public or non-profit sectors (or a combination).
Design and Planning Abilities
Candidate should be comfortable working at a wide range of scales, including at the site, neighborhood/district and citywide levels. Candidate must have an ability to think creatively, analytically and realistically in the interests of public sector clients that seek to balance a wide variety of community, stakeholder, decision maker and internal interests. Candidate must be able to convey planning concepts, ideas and proposals internally and externally in written, oral and graphic form. Strong organizational skills and multitasking abilities are needed. Candidate must be confident and comfortable solving problems independently and collaboratively to develop design, policy and regulatory tools that further urban design and land use goals of communities.
Projects
Projects are likely to range from concept level studies/site planning to long range plans to regulations (zoning and design guideline tools). Work would likely include but is not limited to subarea plans, comprehensive plans, open space plans, active transportation plans, streetscape design,
design-oriented zoning efforts and special urban design projects.
Education
Candidate must have a degree in city planning, architecture, urban design, landscape architecture or another related field. The candidate should have 2-plus years of full-time experience as a planner or urban designer for a municipality, consulting firm or non-profit organization.
Technical Skills
Candidate should be proficient in Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and basic MS office programs. Candidate must be able to utilize SketchUp and/or other 3d modeling software to illustrate design concepts and regulations. Candidate should be comfortable hand sketching to develop concepts, urban design frameworks, site plans and other similar elements. Candidate must be able to write effectively and concisely for planning documents. AutoCAD and ArcGIS skills are a plus.
Day-to-Day
Depending on the qualifications of the candidate, the role is likely to include:
  • serving as project manager/assistant project manager on planning and urban design projects
  • assisting with proposals and marketing pursuits for future projects
  • participating in team building activities
  • attending on-site project efforts like outreach events or hearings (some limited travel around Texas should be anticipated with the possibility of occasional travel out-of-state as projects demand)
  • participating in ongoing professional growth through attendance at conferences, trainings, etc.
To Apply
Please submit cover letter, resume and portfolio. If you are unable to relocate to Austin, but think you are a good fit for this position, don’t hesitate to reach out with interest. Alternative arrangements may be possible for the right candidate.
Company Overview:
Halff is a mid-sized, employee-owned, diverse and full-service infrastructure consulting firm planned, designed, engineered, constructed — and purposed — for people. Since 1950, we’ve been creating smart solutions that improve lives and communities by turning ideas into reality.
Halff was founded on a core tenet: Focus on people, treat them well, and success will follow. It’s no wonder, then, that our employees and the culture they create result in our firm consistently being named a Top Workplace in America.
Our industry-leading professionals collaborate to meet tough challenges in creative ways. Our services include: broadband, construction services, energy, environmental, geographic information systems, grant funding resources, intelligent infrastructure, intelligent transportation systems, land development, planning and landscape architecture, MEP engineering, public works, resilience, right of way, structural engineering, subsurface utility engineering/utility coordination, surveying, transportation, water resources and water/wastewater.
Halff has offices in the following locations:
  • Arkansas: Bentonville, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, North Little Rock and Little Rock
  • Florida: Chipley, Crestview, Jacksonville, Orlando, Panama City Beach, Tallahassee, Tampa, Tavares, Temple Terrace and Windermere
  • Louisiana: Baton Rouge and Shreveport
  • Oklahoma: Norman and Oklahoma City
  • Texas: Austin, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Flower Mound, Fort Worth, Frisco, Houston, Lubbock, McAllen, Midland, Richardson, San Antonio, The Woodlands and Tyler
We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, prescription and life insurance; long-term and short-term disability insurance; paid time off; holiday pay; traditional and Roth 401(k) plans; Employee Stock Ownership Plan; Health Savings Account; 529 College Savings Plan; flexible spending accounts; an Employee Assistance Plan; and more.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Halff is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Halff is a drug-free workplace. This offer of employment is contingent upon the receipt of a clear drug screen and background check prior to your first day of employment. This position may be subject to random drug testing pursuant to federal regulations.
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