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Land Use Planner

aksengineeringforestryllcKirkland, WA

💰 $70,000 – $95,000/yrFull-time

Quick Summary

Senior Land Use Planner position in Kirkland, Washington focused on land development, zoning research, and permitting applications.

Skills & Keywords

land use planningzoning researchsite plan reviewdevelopment codes

What You’ll Do

ResearchPerform timely and accurate property, zoning, and utility research to ensure compliance with municipal land use regulations.
Application PreparationPrepare, organize, and submit required materials for land use applications, including subdivisions, zone changes, conditional use permits, and site plan reviews.
AnalysisAnalyze and break down complex issues affecting property, transportation networks, utility infrastructure, etc., to respond to client inquiries and assess the feasibility of property development.
CollaborationCoordinate effectively with in-house engineering, surveying, and landscape architectural co-workers, permitting agency staff, and other project team members.
Proposal DevelopmentDevelop clearly written and detailed scopes of work for proposals.
Client Interaction Coordinate with clients on project data and scheduling.
Meeting Organization Set up, organize, and attend neighborhood meetings.
Project Management Create, organize, and maintain project schedules, define critical paths, and track milestone dates.
Relationship BuildingDevelop and maintain effective positive working relationships with co-workers, clients, permitting agency staff, and other project team members.
TravelAble to travel out of town as necessary, occasionally overnight.

Required Qualifications

Extensive experience performing land use planning/land development-related activities.
A bachelor’s degree in planning, landscape architecture, geography, or related field or equivalent work experience.
Experience interpreting and applying City and County Comprehensive Plans and Development Codes. Knowledge of Washington's Statewide Planning System.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficient with word processing, presentation, spreadsheet, and scheduling software (Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Adobe, etc.). Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently while providing support to Senior Land Use Planners or Project Managers with minimal supervision.
Ability to manage multiple and conflicting deadlines and prioritize workload. Able to think critically and provide creative and realistic solutions.
You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.

Nice to Have

Proficiency in the use of AutoCAD/Civil 3D, Photoshop, and geographic information systems (GIS).
Meaningful Growth Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
Real Collaboration Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
Respect for Your Time We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
Benefits That Care You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
Weekly Team Lunches Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together.
Culture That Connects We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
A Place People Love to Work We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year.

Why AKS?

At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities.