Design Planner

About the role

VIKA is a full-service Civil Engineering and Site Development consulting firm providing engineering, planning, surveys, landscape architecture, transportation, dry utility engineering, and subsurface utility engineering services throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and Northern Florida. Supported by our 180+ staff members, we deliver enhanced resources and expertise to serve our clients' diverse project needs. As a fast-paced, dynamic land development firm, VIKA fosters a team-oriented environment where staff members benefit from comprehensive learning opportunities and advancement potential while being inspired to make independent decisions and excel in a respectful, highly motivating workplace.

We are seeking an early career Design Planner who is driven and takes pride in technical precision and production quality. The successful candidate will work on a variety of land development projects as part of a multi-disciplined design team that includes civil engineers, planners, transportation experts, surveyors and landscape architects. This is an in-office position based at our Tyson, Virginia office.

Requirements

• BA/BS in Planning (or a related field) preferred
• Knowledge of AutoCAD (Civil 3D preferred)
• Technical experience in AutoCAD (Civil 3D preferred); some experience with water, sewer, and general utility design; roadway, and related site design/layout including cross sections; basic understanding of grading principles; using and manipulating aerial and topographic map files; and preparing entitlement documents.
• Ability to research and analyze local zoning codes, land use regulations, and environmental laws and to apply them to assigned projects.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Planning Support: Assist Project Planners, Senior Project Planners, and Director of Planning in entry-level capacity, focusing on design and preparation of planning documents for assigned project development phases.
• Technical Development: Develop proficiency in planning software and GIS applications while gaining basic experience in land development, planning, and site design fundamentals.
• Project Coordination: Coordinate efforts with clients, agencies, VIKA multi-disciplinary teams, and consultants while building basic experience in preparing land development plans conforming to local jurisdiction requirements.
• Professional Growth: Build basic knowledge of local county approval processes and standards, develop proficiency in one jurisdiction, and establish foundation for advancement in planning practice.

Benefits

• Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
• 401(k), including potential profit sharing
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent & Transit)
• Generous PTO including holidays, vacation, personal leave and community service days
• Biannual Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Support
• Advancement Opportunities

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, in accordance with applicable law.