Project Planner

Olsson • Dallas, TX

14h

About The Position

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us. We are looking for a Project Planner who is passionate about shaping vibrant, inclusive communities through thoughtful planning and meaningful stakeholder engagement. This role combines community and transportation planning with project leadership and creative communication to deliver impactful solutions across the organization. The ideal candidate offers a strong mix of project management, planning/design expertise, and business development capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in planning or urban design
• A minimum of six years of planning experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing or supporting projects.
• Strong background in community and/or transportation planning.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• AICP certification preferred.
• Experience with Adobe InDesign and Illustrator preferred.
• Experience with GIS preferred.
• Previous consulting experience preferred.
• Experience with business development, including writing proposals and supporting client pursuits

Responsibilities

• Leading long-range planning projects for various clients including municipalities, counties, MPOs, and other client types. Project types may include comprehensive plans, downtown plans, transportation plans, corridor plans, safety action plans, and more.
• Lead and contribute to planning projects focused on community development and transportation.
• Apply advanced planning principles to develop policies, strategies, and plans that help communities grow and thrive.
• Manage project scopes, schedules, and deliverables, coordinating across internal teams and disciplines.
• Design and facilitate stakeholder engagement strategies, including public meetings and outreach for high-profile efforts.
• Partner with agencies, developers, and community organizations to align planning solutions with local goals and needs.
• Support business development through proposal writing, pursuit strategy, and client relationship building.
• Mentor junior team members and help foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture.
• Maintain project data and documentation in the firm’s project management system.

Benefits

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level