Planning Project Manager - Austin, United States - RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture

RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture

Verified Company

Austin, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Who We Are
Our purpose is to inspire people to be outside and engage in the community around them.

As planners and landscape architects, we embrace every opportunity to advance this mission by creating memorable and engaging outdoor experiences.

Founded in 1982, RVi is a leading national planning and design firm with offices located in TX, CO, AZ, FL, GA, and NC and engaged in a broad range of project types including community planning and design, resorts, parks, academic, commercial, hospitality, and veterans cemeteries throughout the US.

We approach each new opportunity with an adventurous spirit, a collaborative mindset, and a desire to consistently raise the bar for our clients and for the communities we serve.

As a Planning Project Manager in the Austin office, you will be involved in all aspects of the Land Planning Process.

Skillsets related to design, land entitlement, client management and project management; including the preparation and processing of complex land use petitions for private sector clientele, the preparation and processing of a variety of planning studies, due diligence analysis; building and maintaining client and local municipal agency relationships; participating in or leading a variety of presentations required for successful client and project approvals.

RVi is a highly collaborative and supportive environment.

As such you will also be involved in maintaining and promoting the office culture, developing, and maintaining inter-studio collaboration with the landscape architecture team, and mentoring planning staff.

Requirements:

Bachelors or Masters degree in urban and regional planning, landscape architecture, or a closely related field.
812 years of experience in residential master planning and community design. With a preference for experience in the central Texas market.
A welldeveloped understanding of placemaking, community design, residential lotting and the entitlement process. Understanding of site grading and sustainable practices is a plus.
The ability to: prepare planning documents and submittals, conduct independent research, and support of multiple projects.
Successful project management skills including: project work planning and scheduling; managing budgets, staff and subconsultants.
Command of technology including: AutoCAD, Adobe Suites, and digital rendering programs.
Strong interpersonal and communications skills, including writing and presentations.

Bonus skills

Understanding of Civil 3 or other site development programs
LEED or SITES certification
Landscape Architecture experience or interest
Drone pilot/ability to prepare drone footage
GIS/ESRI capabilities

To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we strive to provide a great working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

We will support you to be a lifelong learner. You will be encouraged to give back to your community.

Meeting deadlines, budgets and project objectives is important, but of equal importance is meeting your needs through training, advancement, and mentorships.

Work/Life-

Flexible Paid Time Off for Salaried Staff
Paid Parental & Maternal Leave
Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based upon your travel preferences

Compensation-

Competitive Compensation packages
Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
401 k) plan matching formula is 50% of your contributions up to 6%
Tuition Assistance
Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
Employee Referrals up to $5,000
Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for Gym Memberships, build your home gym or set up home ergonomic office

Wellness-

Medical (BC/BS), dental (Delta), and vision (VSP)
Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services