Urban Planning Manager

AECOMs Urbanism Planning (UP) practice is seeking an urban planner or civil engineer to join our team in Orlando Florida. This position will support land development efforts across central Florida working on a wide range of planning and development projects for both public- and private-sector clients.

As part of a highly collaborative team of planners urban designers architects engineers environmental specialists and economists the Land Development Lead will contribute to policy documents real estate feasibility assessments master plans and complex development initiatives. The role will focus on entitlement strategies land development coordination land use and zoning amendments and navigating regulatory processes to advance real estate addition the Land Development Lead will help guide business development by engaging with clients identifying growth opportunities and strengthening AECOMs entitlement capabilities across central Florida.

Land Development Lead tasks include:

       Lead business development efforts in partnership with a multidisciplinary team to understand client priorities and needs and to identify strategic actions that support UP practice growth.

       Develop land planning and entitlement packages supplemental information and amendments in accordance with code and environmental requirements to advance master plans in Florida.

       Coordinate with multiple disciplines and produce land use plans site plan/area analytics graphics and/or maps in support of master planning projects in Florida.

       Advise on planning and design efforts to help clients advance compliant well-connected and sustainable projects in Florida.  

       Prepare presentations and facilitate meetings with stakeholders to build consensus around master plans for mixed-use entertainment commercial and industrial properties.

Minimum Requirements

       Bachelors Degree in Urban and Regional Planning Civil Engineering or related field plus 8 years of relevant work experience

       Deep knowledge of land use and zoning regulations in Florida

       Experience shepherding complex projects through the entitlement process in central Florida through coordination with the public and private sectors and stakeholders

       Experience authoring entitlement packages and amendments in central Florda

Preferred Requirements

       10 years of relevant work experience preferred

       Proficiency with ArcGIS and/or Adobe Creative Suite

Additional Information :

About AECOM 

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What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time