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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$60K - $130K *

Transform business valuation processes by conducting in-depth analyses, developing financial models, and collaborating with clients to deliver actionable insights and comprehensive reports that drive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $198K *

Lead the acquisition process for Army programs, coordinating documentation and strategies to ensure successful product lifecycle management and contract oversight while collaborating with cross-functi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Play a key role in advanced quantitative analysis and model development, driving strategic decision-making through data insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to refine models and ensure compliance w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $127K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing health research through innovative statistical analysis and mentoring. Collaborate with investigators to design studies, prepare publications, and present fin...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

Advance investment strategies by analyzing complex opportunities and presenting actionable insights to senior leaders. Work collaboratively with experts to enhance decision-making processes and optimi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $185K *

Accelerate your career by leading valuation workstreams for private equity secondary funds. Collaborate with finance teams and stakeholders to deliver accurate, audit-ready reports while mentoring jun...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $130K *

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

$80K - $90K *

Drive financial accuracy and reporting for a diverse portfolio, utilizing advanced accounting skills to prepare and deliver comprehensive financial statements while ensuring compliance with establishe...

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

$74K - $112K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence in manufacturing. Support strategic decisions and enhance operational performance across multiple sites, leveraging analytics and financial insights to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing a diverse real estate portfolio, ensuring strategic oversight and effective collaboration with brokers and operations to optimize asset performance and drive portfolio stra...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $180K *

Analyze and enhance risk management processes by assessing exposures across asset classes, developing analytical tools, and collaborating with investment teams to communicate insights effectively to s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform financial analysis and advisory services for private equity firms. Collaborate with a dynamic team on sell-side M&A engagements, leveraging innovative solutions to meet client needs across g...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $98K *

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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

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Deliver impactful insights and enhance commercial strategies by analyzing data, improving processes, and supporting business development efforts, while fostering collaboration across teams to drive gr...

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

$82K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$82K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $96K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $101K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing property compliance through strategic oversight, mentorship, and client relationship management. This role requires independent judgment and initiative to ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $102K *

Explore a pivotal role in property compliance, overseeing operations, mentoring teams, and enhancing client relationships. Utilize your expertise to ensure adherence to regulations while driving team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $97K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

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

$90K - $110K *

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

$90K - $105K *

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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.