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AECOM is seeking a motivated, technical, and highly talented Urban Planner to join our global Asset Advisory practice and contribute to growing our NY Metro, US East, and global portfolio of work. This position can be located in one of AECOM’s New York City or Clifton NJ offices, or remotely from the US or other approved global locations. Urban Planners may work directly with clients and other stakeholders, as well as AECOM leadership, management, and technical teams to ensure project and program objectives are met. This position will require management of project tasks, independent development of task deliverables, and accountability in adhering to AECOM’s quality policies and norms.

Responsibilities of the Asset Management – Urban Planner II are as follows:

• Evaluates the adequacy of community facilities in meeting current and projected needs
• Interprets and applies applicable government codes, ordinances, and regulations
• Technical coordination and development related to strategic planning (asset management related), analytical review of client asset portfolios, regulatory frameworks, technical standards, and information, etc.
• Participates in practice, program, project, corporate, and client meetings as required
• Technical writing, to include quality reviews and editorial efforts associated with technical writing
• Development of business process guidance and development of technical recommendation reports (or similar documents)
• Reviews and becomes familiar with project documents, including legal / contract documents, scopes of work, schedules, and task orders, and leverages this information to deliver technical services
• Conducts extensive research in specific or general project areas
• Develops long-range plans for communities with common developmental issues
• Fosters an atmosphere of inclusion, learning, curiosity, technical excellence, and most important partnership and teamwork
• Writes and presents formal and technical reports, working papers, and correspondence
• Initiates actions necessary to correct deficiencies or violations of regulations
• Acts as a liaison between community groups, government agencies, developers, and elected officials in developing neighborhood plans
• Develops strategies to promote economic and community development, or efficient land use consistent with community goals
• Recommends priorities, schedules, and funding sources to implement public improvements plan
• Identifies community problems, issues, and opportunities in particular neighborhoods that could be mitigated through better community planning
• Assumes responsibility (in partnership with the Program / Project Managers and Project Approver) for the development of technical aspects of the work and adhering to AECOM’s quality policies and norms for all deliverables
• Conducts review of various development applications, including plats, permits, site plans, variance requests, and rezonings
• Supports the development of engaging, informative, and well-organized technical presentations
• Program / project technical responsibilities and task and / or deliverable management
• Assists with updates and maintenance of Comprehensive Plan, transportation plan, and land development regulations
• Consistently participates in an environment that encourages acknowledgment, appreciation, and motivation of colleagues, the Asset Advisory practice, and program / project teams
• Effectively communicates relevant business, practice, program, and project status information internally and externally as required
• Displays thoughtfulness, intuition, and professionalism in client engagement
• Business development responsibilities include supporting the maintenance of client relationships, analyzing RFPs and other contract solicitations, and supporting proposal response teams, and others
• Communicates effectively with colleagues and clients to identify needs, uncover technical details, and evaluate alternative solutions when necessary

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, Asset Management, Facilities Management, and Operations, or related discipline plus two (2) years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience developing technical material and documentation in fulfillment of program / project deliverables per defined scopes of work
• Familiarity / understanding / experience with digital technologies used in urban planning and/or asset management practice (GIS, data collection, databases, dashboards, BI interface applications, CMMS, BAS/BMS, remote sensing, and/or other)
• Familiarity / understanding / experience in asset management / portfolio management
• Licensure in Urban Planning, Architecture, Engineering, or other relevant professional discipline is preferred but not required
• Familiarity / understanding / experience in technical research, assessment, analysis, and reporting
• Four or more years of asset / facilities management planning, architectural, engineering, or professional consulting experience
• Experience in project and / or opportunity due diligence, research, or other investigatory activities, and the development of resulting recommendations or justifying reports
• Experience with NYC, NYS, NJ, and federal agencies
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher
• Understanding of program / project management (task-level setup, delivery, and closeout)
• LEED certification or similar preferred but not required
• Familiarity / understanding / experience in strategic planning and client advisory
• Strong urban planning, governance planning, and/or management consulting background
• IAM and/or PMP certifications are preferred but not required
• Strong technical comprehension of the candidate’s discipline area and technical writing abilities

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $100,000.

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.

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