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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$140K - $160K *

Transform Fixed Income Trading Systems by collaborating with developers and business users. Drive data migration projects, manage documentation, and ensure timely project deliverables while enhancing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $92K *

Join a team that's poised to drive client engagement through innovative sales strategies. As a vital part of our Corporate Sales team, you'll identify opportunities and foster new business relationshi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $115K *

Lead the management of Guaranteed Investment Contracts, executing deals and analyzing risk while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver bespoke investment solutions and enhance business...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that analyzes credit policies and develops strategies to enhance lending effectiveness, utilizes data analytics for risk management, and collaborates with stakeholders to drive impactful d...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by managing a diverse portfolio of retail grocery properties, leading a dedicated team to drive market growth, and fostering relationships with developers and municipalities while ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing property operations and finances. Oversee staff, coordinate daily activities, and ensure tenant satisfaction while developing budgets and reports to meet clien...

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower a dedicated team by overseeing property operations and finances, ensuring tenant satisfaction, and driving performance through effective leadership and strategic planning...

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

$120K - $149K *

Manage and oversee property operations and financial activities, ensuring tenant satisfaction and effective team performance. Collaborate with property owners to meet objectives and develop budgets wh...

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

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $175K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic team in personal risk management, driving client solutions, and fostering growth in a virtual environment. Shape strategies for high-net-worth clients while en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive proactive portfolio management and financial analysis to ensure compliance and quality of commercial loans. Collaborate with internal teams to identify risks and enhance client relationships whi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $131K *

Unlock potential by leading the delivery of new retail bank sites. Drive project execution, manage budgets, and mitigate risks while ensuring quality and client satisfaction. Collaborate with stakehol...

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

$90K - $115K *

Deliver innovative retail construction projects by leading teams, managing schedules, and engaging clients. Drive high-quality results on time and under budget while fostering collaboration and proces...

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

$85K - $110K *

Shape the future of investment operations by overseeing critical activities across asset finance and mortgage strategies, ensuring timely execution and collaboration with diverse stakeholders througho...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Build a strong real estate acquisition strategy by sourcing, structuring, and executing high-value transactions while leading a dynamic team and managing stakeholder relationships to drive company gro...

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

$110K - $125K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to drive complex transactions, collaborating with clients on mergers, acquisitions, and capital markets. Contribute to high-quality advisory services while d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $171K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $200K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's transforming property insurance pricing through innovative modeling. You'll build and validate actuarial models, collaborate with experts, and provide actionable insights to clients...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Analyze diverse data sets to support strategic decisions and operational efficiency. Collaborate with management to provide actionable insights and forecasts, enhancing financial performance and guidi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $100K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Innovate data access and analytics capabilities, empowering teams to leverage insights for informed decision-making. Collaborate across functions to enhance data products and drive education on data u...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Optimize pricing strategies by developing competitive proposals, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance government contracting success and drive business growth...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$69K - $98K *

Deliver comprehensive financial analysis and forecasting to support strategic initiatives, budget preparation, and pricing optimization, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive busine...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.