Urban Planner Jobs

Explore urban planner jobs focused on shaping livable, sustainable, and economically resilient communities. Urban planners work with public agencies, developers, businesses, and residents to guide how land is used and how cities and regions grow. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities, including roles paying $100,000 or more, for experienced planners ready to take the next step.

What Urban Planners Do

Urban planners assess community needs, evaluate development proposals, and create plans and policies for land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and public spaces. Their work may include analyzing demographic and geographic data, preparing reports, coordinating public engagement, and presenting recommendations to decision-makers. Depending on the role, planners may specialize in zoning, transportation, environmental planning, economic development, or long-range community planning.

Common Urban Planning Job Titles

Related roles include senior urban planner, city planner, regional planner, land use planner, transportation planner, planning manager, director of planning, and urban development consultant. Responsibilities and titles vary by employer, location, and project scope.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek strong research, data analysis, communication, and project management skills. Familiarity with zoning and land-use regulations, GIS mapping, planning software, public engagement, and local or regional approval processes can be valuable. Many positions require a degree in urban planning or a related field; advanced credentials and substantial experience may be expected for senior and leadership roles.

Find Senior Urban Planner Opportunities

Urban planning careers span local and regional government, consulting firms, real estate and development companies, nonprofits, and infrastructure organizations. Browse Ladders to discover vetted urban planner and related professional jobs, including opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its location, experience requirements, responsibilities, and compensation details.

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$136K - $204K *

Engage in strategic M&A activities and manage private equity investments, collaborating with leaders to evaluate opportunities, execute transactions, and support portfolio value creation while develop...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $112K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing real estate activities, managing acquisitions, and ensuring project success. You'll provide guidance, coordinate efforts, and maintain accurate records while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $105K *

Transform financial insights into strategic recommendations, guiding decision-making for real estate or construction operations. Lead analysis, reporting, and process improvements while mentoring juni...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Transform client engagements as a Manager in Audit, leading teams and projects with a focus on quality and client relationships. Drive business development while mentoring audit staff in a dynamic, gr...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $135K *

Unlock potential by guiding clients through tailored investment strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate portfolios, ensuring optimal asset allocation and long-term financial su...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing clients' financial futures through tailored investment strategies. Leverage your expertise in portfolio management and client service to drive impactful decis...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing hospitality asset performance through financial modeling, market analysis, and strategic planning. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive investment decisions and enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$78K - $118K *

Take ownership of complex deal analysis within Revenue Operations, partnering with sales and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, enhance deal momentum, and optimize contract execution aligned...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$78K - $118K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to lead complex deal execution, ensuring pricing, terms, and compliance align with customer needs and revenue goals while enhancing operational efficiency across the...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$72K - $90K *

Engage in impactful project management by overseeing financial aspects, supporting proposal development, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success and contribute...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $105K *

Contribute to impactful valuation projects by leveraging financial modeling expertise, collaborating with diverse engagement teams on M&A transactions, business valuations, and strategic planning with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $90K *

Unlock your potential by analyzing financial performance and enhancing reporting processes. Collaborate with teams to drive insights and support strategic initiatives, while contributing to process im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of private credit strategies by leveraging your expertise to support capital formation, investor engagement, and product positioning. Collaborate with senior professionals and investm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive strategies for our Student Housing asset portfolio to enhance resident satisfaction, optimize net operating income, and elevate overall asset value through effective collaboration and data-drive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Champion the role of Senior Cost Consultant, overseeing project budgets, compliance, and documentation. Collaborate with lenders and developers, ensuring project feasibility and mentoring junior staff...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $105K *

Support financial operations by analyzing data, streamlining processes, and enhancing reporting. Collaborate with teams to drive improvements and ensure accuracy in billing and receivables, contributi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $105K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in real estate finance. As a Senior Analyst, you'll enhance investment performance through financial analysis, compliance, and reporting, while collaborating acro...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$113K - $141K *

Transform financial insights into strategic recommendations, driving performance and resource optimization. Partner cross-functionally to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, ensuring alignme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in team management and operational excellence, driving high-performance in portfolio monitoring. Foster a culture of engagement and efficiency while coordinating with leadership to enh...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join our dynamic team to drive investment banking transactions, supporting senior bankers while enhancing your financial analysis and client management skills in the fast-paced consumer sector. Take o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $145K *

Deliver essential programmatic support to enhance U.S. Government Security Cooperation efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective communication, compliance, and data integrity across...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team focused on shaping financial strategies and insights across business units. This role empowers you to collaborate with leaders, enhance FP&A processes, and drive actionable financial analy...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a seasoned Real Estate Attorney, advising clients on complex transactions and navigating real estate law. Leverage your expertise to develop strategies, conduct due diligence, a...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to manage real estate law for diverse commercial projects. Leverage your 3-5 years of experience in financing transactions and engage directly with partners and clients. Elevate your car...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$93K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading complex financial analyses and modeling for capital markets transactions. Collaborate with brokers to deliver high-quality insights, ensuring accuracy and clarity in financ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an urban planner do?question toggle

    Urban planners develop plans and policies that guide land use and community growth. They may work on housing, transportation, zoning, infrastructure, sustainability, and public spaces, using research and community input to advise decision-makers.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for urban planner jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for a degree in urban planning or a related discipline, relevant experience, and skills in research, communication, data analysis, and project coordination. GIS, zoning, and public engagement experience can also be useful.

  • What are common urban planner job titles?question toggle

    Common titles include urban planner, city planner, senior planner, regional planner, land use planner, transportation planner, planning manager, and director of planning.

  • Where do urban planners work?question toggle

    Urban planners work for municipal and regional governments, planning and engineering consultancies, real estate and development companies, nonprofits, and organizations involved in infrastructure or community development.

  • Can urban planning jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some experienced, specialized, and management-level urban planning roles may pay $100,000 or more. Compensation depends on factors such as location, employer, responsibilities, and experience; check each job listing for details.