SENIOR SUPERVISING PLANNER

JOB SUMMARY:  Manages and guides the assigned projects through completion.  Must demonstrate a high degree of creativity, foresight and mature judgment in directing projects of significant importance.  Supervises a group of planners and/or technicians.  Work requires extensive contact with governmental agencies, contractors, the public and other PB personnel.  Responsible for interacting with clients and potential clients in pursuit of new work opportunities. 

 

MAJOR DUTIES:

 

·  Oversees the preparation of budget for department or unit

·  Recruits and retains other key senior staff

·  Oversees the schedule performance for projects

·  Trains and coaches senior project managers on business development

·  Provides strategic direction for cultivating new client relations and maintains strong business relationships

·  Implements strategic goals, leads business development activities, and provides proactive guidance and efficient resource management

·  Provides and demonstrates leadership, clear communication, mentoring, and empowerment of staff

·  Oversees the work of planners and technicians performing complex planning activities

·  Analyzes local, state and national trends, policies and/or legislation to determine impact

·  Monitors and analyzes activities of assigned functional areas and provides information that may impact them

·  Provides information and support to governmental officials, clients, users and the public

·  Makes presentations to clients, government officials, and industry representatives.

·  Stays abreast of industry changes and requirements, policies, procedures and legislation

·  Other duties as assigned

 

 

REQUIREMENTS:  Bachelor’s degree in planning or related field and a minimum of 17 years progressively responsible experience in planning or research-related activities (or equivalent working knowledge/experience).  Master’s degree preferred.  Must have managerial/supervisory experience.  Individual must possess high-level analytical abilities, statistical background, and advanced computer and writing skills.

 

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