Assistant Planner

NV5 - Philadelphia, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Hybrid - Philadelphia, PA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Assistant Planner position at NV5 is an entry-level role within the Planning department, focusing on projects that enhance community vitality through planning and design. The role involves collaboration on various initiatives such as Complete Streets, Vision Zero, and community placemaking, with an emphasis on promoting healthy lifestyles and safety in urban environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on projects related to Complete Streets, Vision Zero, transit access, greenways, streetscapes, park design, and community placemaking.
• Conduct GIS mapping and analysis.
• Develop Active Transportation/Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plans and route and facility planning.
• Perform crash/safety assessments and road safety audits for Vision Zero Plans.
• Produce project deliverables including data collection, writing, editing, research, and graphic development.
• Create conceptual designs, graphics, and renderings.
• Engage in public outreach through virtual and in-person meetings and develop outreach materials such as input boards and surveys.
• Attend in-office activities, public outreach events, and field trips as needed.

Requirements

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in planning, landscape architecture, engineering, or a related field; a graduate degree is desirable.
• 2-5 years of similar experience in a consulting firm or public agency.
• Strong communication skills with excellent writing and graphics capabilities.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), ArcGIS, AutoCAD, or other industry software.
• Collaborative spirit and ability to succeed in a hybrid work environment.
• Ability to participate in fieldwork and in-person project meetings within the region.
• Interest in pursuing AICP and NJ Professional Planner license is desirable.

Nice-to-haves

• Second language skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid schedule with a four-day work week.
• Flexible time off (FTO) policy.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k), and professional development/advancement opportunities.