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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$180K - $195K *

Drive growth and operational excellence as a strategic leader in Financial Planning & Analysis. Oversee due diligence, debt modeling, and long-range planning while collaborating with top executives to...

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

$115K - $143K *

Shape the future of financial risk management by assessing and analyzing investment portfolio risks in a dynamic environment. Collaborate across teams and enhance governance frameworks to optimize ris...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $143K *

Serve as a key contributor in monitoring and analyzing financial risks, partnering with Treasury to evaluate exposures, enhance reporting, and support governance in investment portfolios and mortgage...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $143K *

Advance your career by driving effective risk management in investment portfolios. Collaborate across teams to assess capital and market risks, enhancing governance frameworks and supporting strategic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team of Investment Real Estate Agents, where you'll work with investors to identify opportunities, close high-volume transactions, and accelerate your career...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Transform your career by building investor relationships and closing high-volume deals in a fast-paced investment real estate environment. Leverage comprehensive support, training, and technology to m...

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

$65K - $175K *

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4 weeks ago

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

$84K - $103K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

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

$146K - $204K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $109K *

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

$80K - $95K *

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

$72K - $108K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $143K *

Transform your career by monitoring and analyzing financial risks in investment portfolios. Collaborate with Treasury and Mortgage Capital Markets to evaluate exposures, enhance risk governance, and d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive financial excellence by managing budget tracking, analysis, and reporting for NOAA's Resource Management Branch. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure accurate financial data and support deci...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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

$230K - $295K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$230K - $295K *

Accelerate progress at our expanding Real Estate practice, utilizing your legal expertise in corporate and commercial finance. Collaborate with diverse clients, manage transactions, and enhance your a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$230K - $295K *

Join a team that's enhancing real estate finance practices, managing diverse transactions, and leveraging your expertise in corporate finance. Contribute significantly to an expanding practice in a na...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K *

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

$137K - $195K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$118K - $144K *

Unlock your potential by driving marketing performance through data analysis, reporting, and strategic insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and optimize growth...

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  •   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.