Planning Analyst

The Planning Analyst is an emerging planning professional responsible for researching, evaluating, and communicating the opportunities and constraints that shape successful development projects. This role supports planners, landscape architects, architects, and project managers by conducting technical analysis, preparing planning documents, and helping clients navigate the entitlement and development process.

Successful Planning Analysts are curious, analytical, highly organized, and eager to learn. They thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy solving complex development challenges, and understand that thoughtful planning creates meaningful places that positively impact communities.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop professionally while working on a diverse range of public and private sector projects throughout Texas and beyond.

• Conduct comprehensive site feasibility studies including zoning, land use, utilities, environmental constraints, transportation systems, easements, floodplain conditions, and development regulations.
• Research municipal, county, and state regulations affecting project feasibility.
• Analyze surrounding conditions to support planning recommendations.
• Identify development opportunities and potential project risks early in the planning process.

• Assist with entitlement strategies, including but not limited to: zoning applications, variance requests, subdivision applications, development permits, and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with jurisdictions having authority and regulatory agencies throughout entitlement processes.
• Track entitlement schedules, review comments, and approval milestones.

• Prepare planning reports, due diligence memorandums, feasibility studies, presentation materials, and client exhibits.
• Develop graphics and planning exhibits using AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.
• Interpret municipal codes, development regulations, and comprehensive plans to identify project constraints, opportunities, and entitlement pathways.
• Assist in preparing meeting materials and presentation graphics

• Collaborate with planners, architects, landscape architects, engineers, project managers, and any other consultant or contractor throughout project development.
• Support project schedules by completing assignments accurately and on time.
• Assist with project coordination and documentation.
• Participate in internal project meetings and client meetings as appropriate.

• Stay current on planning trends, municipal regulations, sustainability initiatives, and best practices.
• Build technical expertise through continuing education and mentorship.
• Contribute ideas that improve project delivery and internal processes.

At LSI, we believe every role contributes to the success of the entire firm. While this job description outlines primary responsibilities, team members are expected to support firm operations, collaborate across disciplines, and take on additional responsibilities as needed to achieve our shared goals and deliver exceptional client service.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or a closely related field
• 0-3 years of professional experience
• Internship experience preferred

• Microsoft Word and Excel
• Google Suite

• AutoCAD
• Report Writing
• Site Research & Analysis
• Zoning & Land Use
• Regulatory Compliance
• Development Feasibility
• Entitlement Processing

• Critical Thinking
• Initiative
• Communication
• Problem Solving
• Organization
• Quality Assurance
• Time Management

Land Strategies, Inc. is an integrated planning, architecture, landscape architecture, and interior design firm dedicated to creating places that enrich lives and strengthen communities.

For more than four decades, we have partnered with clients to solve complex challenges through thoughtful planning, creative design, and technical excellence. Our multidisciplinary approach allows us to consider projects holistically from vision through implementation.

At LSI, you…