Job Description
**Description**
The Assistant Planner will assist in planning, policy, and public engagement efforts for primarily public-sector clients and projects in the transportation and infrastructure industries. This position supports projects across all aspects of transportation improvements, including roadway, ports/maritime, active transportation, and multimodal initiatives. The Assistant Planner will contribute to both technical and communication-focused tasks, working closely with engineers, environmental staff, communications specialists, and other project managers.
Key Responsibilities
+ Assist with the development of transportation planning studies, policy documents, and related materials for public-sector clients.
+ Support public engagement efforts, including preparation of materials, attending public meetings, documenting feedback, and managing public inquiry logs.
+ Contribute to data collection, mapping, and analysis using ArcGIS and Excel to support transportation planning and policy development.
+ Assist in the preparation of written reports, presentations, and graphic materials for internal and external audiences.
+ Support the development and submittal of transportation-related grant applications.
+ Participate in coordination of project meetings, preparing summaries and next-step documentation for internal teams.
+ Maintain organized project files and support the exchange of planning and engagement information among project managers, clients, and stakeholders.
+ Assist in ensuring consistency with company and client brand standards in all project deliverables.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
+ Comply with all company policies and standards.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor’s degree in planning (urban, regional, transportation, or related field), communications, public policy, public relations, or marketing from an accredited program required.
+ Entry-level position; prior internship or coursework in transportation or infrastructure planning preferred.
+ Preferred experience in Adobe InDesign and other Adobe Creative Suite programs.
+ Required experience with ArcGIS, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.
+ Knowledge & Abilities:
+ Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
+ Ability to interpret and analyze transportation data and policy information.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
+ Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
+ Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
+ Soft Skills: Curiosity, adaptability, teamwork, communication, and a proactive attitude.
+ Certifications: AICP or AICP Candidate preferred but not required.
+ Other Requirements:
+ Valid driver’s license required.
+ Must meet company standards to qualify for and maintain driving privileges as outlined in the Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
+ Occasional travel required for meetings or public engagement events.
+ Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States (without sponsorship).
+ Minimum GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred.
+ Involvement in campus or community activities preferred.Position is on-site in either the Dallas or Austin office.
+ Primarily office-based with occasional travel for meetings, site visits, or engagement events.
+ This position offers opportunities for professional growth into Transportation Planner, Senior Planner, and Project Manager roles as the employee gains experience and demonstrates leadership.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Urban Planning
**Primary Location** US-TX-Dallas
**Other Locations** US-TX-Austin
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Travel:** Yes, 20 % of the Time
**Req ID:** 254603
**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-STA #TRN N/A
The Assistant Planner will assist in planning, policy, and public engagement efforts for primarily public-sector clients and projects in the transportation and infrastructure industries. This position supports projects across all aspects of transportation improvements, including roadway, ports/maritime, active transportation, and multimodal initiatives. The Assistant Planner will contribute to both technical and communication-focused tasks, working closely with engineers, environmental staff, communications specialists, and other project managers.
Key Responsibilities
+ Assist with the development of transportation planning studies, policy documents, and related materials for public-sector clients.
+ Support public engagement efforts, including preparation of materials, attending public meetings, documenting feedback, and managing public inquiry logs.
+ Contribute to data collection, mapping, and analysis using ArcGIS and Excel to support transportation planning and policy development.
+ Assist in the preparation of written reports, presentations, and graphic materials for internal and external audiences.
+ Support the development and submittal of transportation-related grant applications.
+ Participate in coordination of project meetings, preparing summaries and next-step documentation for internal teams.
+ Maintain organized project files and support the exchange of planning and engagement information among project managers, clients, and stakeholders.
+ Assist in ensuring consistency with company and client brand standards in all project deliverables.
+ Perform other duties as assigned.
+ Comply with all company policies and standards.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor’s degree in planning (urban, regional, transportation, or related field), communications, public policy, public relations, or marketing from an accredited program required.
+ Entry-level position; prior internship or coursework in transportation or infrastructure planning preferred.
+ Preferred experience in Adobe InDesign and other Adobe Creative Suite programs.
+ Required experience with ArcGIS, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.
+ Knowledge & Abilities:
+ Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
+ Ability to interpret and analyze transportation data and policy information.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
+ Demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail.
+ Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
+ Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
+ Soft Skills: Curiosity, adaptability, teamwork, communication, and a proactive attitude.
+ Certifications: AICP or AICP Candidate preferred but not required.
+ Other Requirements:
+ Valid driver’s license required.
+ Must meet company standards to qualify for and maintain driving privileges as outlined in the Motor Vehicle Safety Policy.
+ Occasional travel required for meetings or public engagement events.
+ Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States (without sponsorship).
+ Minimum GPA of 3.0 strongly preferred.
+ Involvement in campus or community activities preferred.Position is on-site in either the Dallas or Austin office.
+ Primarily office-based with occasional travel for meetings, site visits, or engagement events.
+ This position offers opportunities for professional growth into Transportation Planner, Senior Planner, and Project Manager roles as the employee gains experience and demonstrates leadership.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
**Job** Urban Planning
**Primary Location** US-TX-Dallas
**Other Locations** US-TX-Austin
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Travel:** Yes, 20 % of the Time
**Req ID:** 254603
**Job Hire Type** Experienced #LI-STA #TRN N/A
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