Pond & Company

The primary duties of the Level 1 Planner are to collect, assimilate, develop, and manage facilities and land use planning, landscape design and mission requirements-related data for military and other federal clients worldwide.. Knowledge of planning disciplines such as urban design, environmental planning, military planning, economic development or land use. Desire for AICP and/or GIS Training Certification is a plus.. Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years.. We anticipate filling this position as a Military Planner I with a salary range of $55,500.00 - $81,700.00.

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We are seeking a MILITARY & FEDERAL INSTALLATIONS PLANNER - LEVEL 1 to join our growing team. The position can be located in either of the following offices: (hybrid work permitted) Huntsville, AL; New Orleans, LA; Colorado Springs, CO.
The primary duties of the Level 1 Planner are to collect, assimilate, develop, and manage facilities and land use planning, landscape design and mission requirements-related data for military and other federal clients worldwide. Participates in the development of constraints mapping and documentation development in support of regional, urban, and military installation design. Prepares conceptual and schematic designs for institutional-level buildings, military installations and mixed-use facilities of all types, including development of high-quality illustrations for planning documentation. Participates in the preparation of data tabulations for generating project requirements. Participates in sustainability and resiliency planning for federal clients throughout the US. Travel Requirement is 25% or 1 week per month on average including international.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of the philosophies, principals, practices & techniques of planning
Knowledge of principles, methodology, practices of research and data collection
Knowledge of planning disciplines such as urban design, environmental planning, military planning, economic development or land use
Solid understanding of GIS use, principles, data standards and projections; model building and application development is a plus
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Effective communication skills are critical - writing skills, powerpoint, acrobat, and Microsoft office software, including advanced use of Microsoft Excel are preferred
Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well-defined planning problems
Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously
Ability to manage time effectively and meet firm deadlines
Group facilitation skills for use with community workshops are a plus
Military experience is a plus
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The Level 1 Planner position requires a degree in planning or related field and one to four years of professional planning experience (internship experience is applicable). Candidates possessing a master's degree in planning or a related field, professional training and/or certifications may substitute professional planning experience. Desire for AICP and/or GIS Training Certification is a plus.
This position may require occasional travel to domestic or foreign locations. Must maintain a current, valid driver’s license (REAL ID, where required). Employee must be able to travel freely on a passport or other official document.
The ability to pass a security clearance background investigation is required, with no felony convictions. Access to federal installations or other secure facilities may require security badges and employee must be able to obtain basic security clearances.
About Pond Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond’s staff of 600+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.
Additional Information Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. We anticipate filling this position as a Military Planner I with a salary range of $55,500.00 - $81,700.00 . About the Position
We are seeking a MILITARY & FEDERAL INSTALLATIONS PLANNER - LEVEL 1 to join our growing team. The position can be located in either of the following offices: (hybrid work permitted) Huntsville, AL; New Orleans, LA; Colorado Springs, CO.
The primary duties of the Level 1 Planner are to collect, assimilate, develop, and manage facilities and land use planning, landscape design and mission requirements-related data for military and other federal clients worldwide. Participates in the development of constraints mapping and documentation development in support of regional, urban, and military installation design. Prepares conceptual and schematic designs for institutional-level buildings, military installations and mixed-use facilities of all types, including development of high-quality illustrations for planning documentation. Participates in the preparation of data tabulations for generating project requirements. Participates in sustainability and resiliency planning for federal clients throughout the US. Travel Requirement is 25% or 1 week per month on average including international.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of the philosophies, principals, practices & techniques of planning
Knowledge of principles, methodology, practices of research and data collection
Knowledge of planning disciplines such as urban design, environmental planning, military planning, economic development or land use
Solid understanding of GIS use, principles, data standards and projections; model building and application development is a plus
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Effective communication skills are critical - writing skills, powerpoint, acrobat, and Microsoft office software, including advanced use of Microsoft Excel are preferred
Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well-defined planning problems
Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously
Ability to manage time effectively and meet firm deadlines
Group facilitation skills for use with community workshops are a plus
Military experience is a plus
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The Level 1 Planner position requires a degree in planning or related field and one to four years of professional planning experience (internship experience is applicable). Candidates possessing a master's degree in planning or a related field, professional training and/or certifications may substitute professional planning experience. Desire for AICP and/or GIS Training Certification is a plus.
This position may require occasional travel to domestic or foreign locations. Must maintain a current, valid driver’s license (REAL ID, where required). Employee must be able to travel freely on a passport or other official document.
The ability to pass a security clearance background investigation is required, with no felony convictions. Access to federal installations or other secure facilities may require security badges and employee must be able to obtain basic security clearances.
About Pond Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond’s staff of 600+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.
Additional Information Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. We anticipate filling this position as a Military Planner I with a salary range of $55,500.00 - $81,700.00 .
Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond’s comprehensive benefits offerings here . All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations.
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com . Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com . We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com. Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that’s unique about our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to success, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it’s our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hardworking, curious, trustworthy, humble and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in our area. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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