Director of Planning

A well-established and growing multidisciplinary design and consulting practice is looking to add a Director of Planning to its Raleigh team.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced land planner who can help lead projects, develop client relationships, mentor a team, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice across the region.

The role would suit someone with a strong background in land planning, development, entitlements, and site design who is looking to take on greater leadership and business development responsibility.

• Lead and oversee land planning projects from initial concept through approvals and implementation.
• Work closely with clients, developers, municipalities, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Provide strategic planning and development guidance across a variety of projects.
• Lead project teams and provide mentorship to junior and senior-level staff.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and client expectations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and identify new business opportunities.
• Participate in proposals, presentations, interviews, and other business development initiatives.
• Collaborate with landscape architects, engineers, architects, and other technical professionals.
• Help shape and grow the land planning practice within the Raleigh market.
• Represent the practice at industry events and within the local development community.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or a related field.
• 10+ years of relevant professional experience in land planning, development, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of land development, zoning, entitlements, and permitting processes.
• Proven experience managing projects and working directly with clients.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Established relationships within the Raleigh/Research Triangle development market are highly desirable.
• AICP, PLA, or other relevant professional designation is a plus.