Urban Planner

Kimley-Horn's San Antonio, Texas (TX) office is seeking an Urban Planner with 3+ years of experience to join their Urban Planning team! This is not a remote position.

The ideal candidate will an informed advocate for community-driven planning, with experience working on a range of planning projects. Project experiences will be diverse, supporting various project managers and collaborating with team members. Responsibilities may include:

• Help deliver exceptional planning solutions to our clients.
• Actively contribute to our teams work on diverse project assignments.
• Assist team members in preparing for and facilitating public meetings.
• Deliver graphically communicative work.
• Building relationships with current and future clients.
• Attend project meetings as needed, including public hearings, stakeholder meetings and community engagement events, and assist with meeting facilitation.
• Manage virtual engagement tools to reach broader audiences.
• Create clear, concise, and well-organized technical documents summarizing a variety of planning topics.
• Analyze spatial and statistical data, create maps, and support data-driven planning decisions.
• Create graphic materials for public engagement tools, including boards, flyers, posters, and digital platforms.
• Organize and maintain project documentation.

• Degree (Bachelors or Masters) in Urban and Regional Planning, and a second degree or area of study in a related field, such as landscape architecture, engineering, geography, economics, or public administration
• 3+ years of directly related experience
• American Institute of Certified Planner (AICP) Certification Preferred
• Proficiency in graphic software programs (Adobe Photoshop, Sketchup, InDesign, Illustrator)
• Working knowledge of GIS/ArcView
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills as well as advanced mapping or zoning experience - work samples may be requested 
• Positive attitude and a strong work ethic
• Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
• Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.