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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$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$106K - $146K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial performance through P&L analysis, management reporting, and process improvement. Collaborate with global partners to deliver actionable insights and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Empower a high-performing team of Senior Accountants, managing fund accounting operations and ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance across real estate and investment portfolios while st...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $125K *

Elevate your career with a pivotal role in investment compliance, ensuring seamless trading operations. Collaborate with traders and data, analyze trends, and enhance compliance systems to support str...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $155K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $148K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $110K *

Transform complex commercial insurance risks into profitable solutions. Leverage your expertise to evaluate, underwrite, and manage a diverse portfolio while mentoring others and building strong relat...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $110K *

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1 week ago

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

$75K - $110K *

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion your cybersecurity skills in monitoring, analyzing, and managing vulnerabilities to protect our organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen our security posture agains...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $158K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $156K *

Join a team that's driving strategic decision-making through advanced analytics. Lead complex data initiatives, develop actionable insights, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $198K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $178K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

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Chatham, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion financial excellence by managing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic planning for technology services. Drive profitability through meticulous oversight of pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Drive growth by managing client portfolios and selling innovative solutions, guiding prospects through a comprehensive sales process, while building lasting relationships across the commercial real es...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Drive success by managing client relationships and selling innovative solutions in the commercial real estate sector. Leverage your expertise to expand your portfolio and exceed sales targets through...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Elevate the analyst development experience by managing programming focused on investor learning and career growth. Collaborate closely with analysts to enhance their skills and engagement through tail...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $108K *

Join a dynamic team driving M&A success through financial modeling, business due diligence, and cross-functional collaboration. Elevate your skills while supporting strategic deal execution that impac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.