Planning Project Manager - Charlotte, NC Or Charleston, SC

Purpose

As member of the Planning Team, provide support to Clients, Client's consultants, and Bowman staff during all phases of the land development process including feasibility analyses through permit issuance for all types of projects (e.g., residential, non-residential, mixed-use, retail, Data Center).

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Receive broad guidance from executive and senior-level management relating to overall key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, policy matters and general parameters for execution.

• Manage people and processes required to ensure effective project execution.

• Coordinate review and manage work produced by client's legislative entitlement teams and facilitate governmental jurisdiction reviews.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Continually market the firm's capabilities to establish new clients and enhance relationships with existing clients.

• Represent firm on building and development industry boards and commissions to influence land use policies and regulations.

• Coordinate with other firm offices to expand opportunities.

• Coordinate with internal departments to meet project requirements.

Do the Work

• Research, coordinate and collaborate topics of planning policies, zoning, site analysis, site design, jurisdictional processes, and provide recommendations where appropriate.

• Prepare and/or direct preparation and processing of feasibility analyses, due diligence reports, analysis of market trends and site selection, and legislative entitlement applications.

• Prepare preliminary sketch plans and concept plans for site layout of single family, multi-family, retail and industrial site development projects.

• Attend and represent client at stakeholder meetings and meetings with appointed and elected officials.

• Maintain healthy client relationships and possess solid operational insight for driving projects and executing deliverables.

• Understand client objectives and help them reach a successful outcome.

• Serve as liaison with client and Bowman development team members to assure development timelines and project objectives are met.

• Assist in all stages of the development process related to planning and completing projects, including tracking agency review and response cycles and providing status updates to Bowman teams and clients.

• Assist with preparation of Design Guidelines, exhibits and illustrative plans for legislative projects.

• Preparation of proposals and contracts and oversee project metrics, beginning with proposal preparation and fee development and continuing throughout the life of the project.

Success Metrics and Competencies

Ideal candidate will consistently demonstrate...

Technical

• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Ability to work/research in various jurisdictions and states.

• Ability to research, interpret, and accurately apply topics such as planning and public policy, zoning, site analysis, site design, jurisdictional process, timelines, and provide recommendations where appropriate.

• General understanding of jurisdictional permits, permitting process and scheduling.

• Strong project management, organization, and communication skills.

• Outstanding technical and computer skills.

• Ability to lead project meetings and deliver client presentations.

• Data analysis and interpretation skills.

Teamwork

• Ability to work within a collaborative team environment.

• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.

• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.

• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.

• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.

• The ability to collaborate with teams across offices.

• Proven track record of innovation, leadership, and creativity.

Work Ethic

• Sense of urgency in responding to clients and teammates.

• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

• Highly motivated and possess a problem-solving attitude.

• High degree of discretion and ability to manage highly confidential information.

• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.

• Aspiration to grow professionally and advance within the company.

• Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.

Business

• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.

• Thorough understanding of business and financial principles in a consulting business.

• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.

• Outstanding client management and communication skills.

• Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.

• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.

• Focus on improving return on investment.

Education, Work Experience, Licensure/Certifications, and Technical Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in planning, landscape architecture, real estate or related discipline required. Master's degree in one of those disciplines preferred.

• Registered Professional Planner in applicable state, preferred.

• Seven or more (7+) years of experience in project management, building and development industry projects, preferably related to the planning strategies, policies, and regulations.

• Minimum of three (3) years assistant project management experience.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Proficiency in design software; Bluebeam and GIS/ArcView preferred.

• Must hold a valid state driver's license and successfully pass a motor vehicle check.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment, which can consist of possible bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.

• Mobility around an office environment.

• Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers

• Occasional outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.

• Mobility around a project site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling.

• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.

• Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.

• Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

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