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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$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance systems solutions, bridging user needs and IT expertise. You'll evaluate requirements, guide development, and strengthen communication, driving successful implementations in...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Help us optimize system solutions by analyzing user needs, documenting requirements, and bridging the gap between IT and business. You will play a key role in driving system development and implementa...

Washington, DCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to manage financial activities and enhance client satisfaction in property management. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive performance and support operational excellence in a fa...

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

$115K - $130K *

Shape the future of loan servicing by leading a dedicated team in payment collections, compliance, and portfolio management. Drive process improvements and ensure exceptional borrower experiences whil...

Thousand Oaks, CARemote

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to drive leasing performance in Edmonton's commercial real estate market. Leverage your expertise to develop strategies, build relationships, and maximize asset value while ensurin...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$85K - $115K *

Drive business growth by delivering data-driven insights and analytics solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize marketing initiatives through effective dashboards, reports, and s...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $140K *

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1 week ago

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

$100K - $125K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $220K *

Elevate your career by driving debt financing strategies for a growing industrial portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage lender relationships, execute transactions, and optimize...

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

$160K - $220K *

Elevate financing strategies and drive the execution of debt transactions for a growing portfolio in the industrial real estate sector, managing lender relationships and underwriting processes to supp...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$65K - $109K *

Lead the charge in expanding our leasing portfolio by managing critical relationships, negotiating contracts, and driving marketing efforts. Collaborate across departments to enhance client satisfacti...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$81K - $115K *

Deliver actionable insights through robust liquidity analytics and reporting. Collaborate with teams to enhance workflows and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while managing operational ris...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional service while managing a diverse portfolio of retail properties. Build strong relationships with tenants and staff, ensuring operational excellen...

Delta, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$75K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$190K - $210K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

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1 week ago

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

$125K - $145K *

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2 weeks ago

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

$143K - $224K *

Contribute to the depth of equity research in the Software, Small and Mid-Cap sector. Analyze financial statements, develop models, and create insightful reports while collaborating with industry peer...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to develop and analyze key financial reports, forecasts, and budgets, enhancing organizational financial oversight and driving productivity through detailed analysis and process improv...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $110K *

Champion operational excellence by leading technical support and deployment for government clients. Drive mission success through rigorous QA, agile project management, and effective communication in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$142K - $171K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $120K *

Champion project success by managing timelines, budgets, and client interactions. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality execution of tenant improvements and adherence to regulations, while fosterin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.