Planning Manager Jones Lang LaSalle

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic planning frameworks, methodologies, and best practices across multiple projects and organizational initiatives

• Lead comprehensive planning processes including feasibility studies, site analysis, regulatory assessments, and stakeholder engagement strategies

• Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, government agencies, and community stakeholders to ensure integrated planning approaches

• Manage planning documentation including master plans, zoning applications, environmental assessments, and regulatory submissions

• Conduct market analysis, demographic studies, and economic impact assessments to inform planning decisions and recommendations

• Navigate complex regulatory environments including zoning codes, land use regulations, environmental requirements, and permitting processes

• Facilitate public consultation processes, community meetings, and stakeholder workshops to gather input and build consensus

• Review and evaluate planning proposals, development applications, and design submissions for compliance and strategic alignment

• Develop planning timelines, budgets, and resource allocation strategies while monitoring progress against established milestones

• Identify and mitigate planning risks including regulatory challenges, community opposition, and environmental constraints

• Prepare planning reports, presentations, and recommendations for senior management, clients, and regulatory authorities

• Stay current with planning legislation, policy changes, industry trends, and emerging best practices in urban and regional planning

• Lead cross-functional planning teams and provide mentorship to junior planning staff and consultants

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, or related field required
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive planning experience
• Professional planning certification (AICP, CIP, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• Proficiency in planning software including GIS applications, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and data analysis tools
• Strong understanding of planning legislation, zoning regulations, environmental assessment processes, and development approval procedures
• Experience with public consultation processes, stakeholder engagement, and community relations
• Excellent research and analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex information and data
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with proven track record of successfully managing planning initiatives and teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present complex planning concepts to diverse audiences
• Knowledge of market analysis techniques, demographic research, and economic impact assessment methodologies
• Ability to work effectively in political and regulatory environments while maintaining professional objectivity
• Strong project management skills with experience managing multiple planning initiatives simultaneously