Senior Planning Associate - Long Range Planning

Senior Planning Associate - Long Range Planning

Join to apply for the Senior Planning Associate - Long Range Planning role at MRB Group. This position is a remote role, with the selected candidate needing to reside within a commutable distance of Fort Worth, primarily working with communities across Central Texas and the Metroplex.

MRB Group is a nationwide multi‑disciplinary, high‑energy local government services firm where creativity and innovation are valued. We provide engineering, architecture, site evaluations, site development, strategic and master planning, economic development, and grant writing services.

• Prepare project scopes and budgets: develop scopes, written content, cost estimates, and proposals; prepare itemized budgets reflecting staff time, consultant fees, travel, materials, and other project expenses; conduct research on similar projects to inform scope development and cost estimating.
• Lead, oversee, and deliver planning projects: spearhead and manage projects from kick‑off to completion; monitor and coordinate budgets, timelines, and deliverables; translate complex planning concepts and data into accessible language; align with the project manager’s strategic direction; oversee multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously, ensuring collaboration across cross‑functional teams while adhering to timelines and budgets.
• Provide support and knowledge: coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and support the National Director of Long Range Planning; supervise and engage in research efforts; serve as a core technical contributor throughout all stages of project development; organize and maintain planning team documentation.
• Foster collaboration, assess results, and present findings: design and implement inclusive public engagement strategies; facilitate meetings, workshops, open houses, and other engagement events; develop materials and data collection tools; manage virtual engagement tools; sort, analyze, and translate input into actionable insights; create and deliver presentations.
• Utilize technology to visualize concepts and work efficiently: draft clear technical documents; use GIS to analyze spatial data; create graphic materials for public engagement tools; produce site plans, sections, and diagrams; create 3D visualizations; use Photoshop to enhance site photos, streetscapes, and maps.
• Represent MRB Group professionally: represent the team during meetings, client interactions, and other project‑related activities; stay well‑informed of Texas planning laws; operate within project parameters; participate in scheduled internal and client‑facing meetings.

• Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred) in Urban and Regional Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
• 7+ years of planning experience, with at least 3 years consulting with municipalities.
• AICP certification required; CNU‑A certification preferred.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch Up, ArcGIS, and related tools.
• Thorough knowledge of planning areas:
  Land Use, Housing, Transportation, Neighborhood Revitalization, Urban Design, Sustainable Development.
• Exceptional project management, problem‑solving, written and oral communication, public engagement, and team‑building skills.
• Passion for learning and planning innovation; team‑oriented; confident public speaker and engagement facilitator.

Location: Remote (within a commutable distance of Fort Worth).

• Competitive base salary: $100,000‑$130,000.
• Health insurance with 100% premium coverage for High‑Deductible Plan and employer contributions to HSA; 75% coverage for Copay and Hybrid Plans; prescription and vision included.
• Dental, vision, life, AD&D, short‑term & long‑term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 20% employer match.
• Paid Time Off, one floating holiday per year, and holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Supplemental Accident, Critical Illness Insurance.
• Stock ownership opportunities, licensure support, professional development, tuition reimbursement, mentorship program.
• Flex time, remote work options, work‑life balance support.
• Team building and company events.

We are an EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales