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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$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of investment banking by conducting in-depth industry research and analysis. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support live transactions, develop financial models, and create compell...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Champion investment banking analysis by conducting industry research, developing financial models, and collaborating with teams to execute transactions, providing clients with insightful advisory serv...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics and strategic insights that drive performance and influence business decisions. Collaborate with stakeholders to shape data-driven strategies and identif...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Manage data-driven decision-making by leading advanced analytics, uncovering performance drivers, and delivering actionable insights that shape business strategy and influence outcomes across the orga...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in data-driven decision-making by conducting advanced analyses, uncovering performance drivers, and delivering actionable insights that shape business strategy and influence key stakeh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $92K *

Unlock insights as you support senior analysts in corporate bond and bank loan research. Collaborate on financial models, enhance credit processes, and develop your analytical skills in a dynamic inve...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing credit research processes while providing analytical support to senior analysts. Develop your skills in corporate bond and bank loan investments through hands...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform mortgage servicing by leading policy development, ensuring compliance, and enhancing documentation processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify gaps and implement effective governan...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by ensuring data accuracy and compliance in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and drive operational excellence while managing reconciliations...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform operational excellence by collaborating with global stakeholders to enhance service delivery and manage complex corporate actions, ensuring timely execution and continuous improvement in a d...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform investment strategies by conducting thorough due diligence on asset classes, enhancing model portfolios, and collaborating with teams to drive operational excellence and advisor engagement i...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing investment strategies through rigorous analysis and collaboration. As an Investment Analyst, you'll drive portfolio management, conduct due diligence, and en...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$141K - $212K *

Lead critical reviews of commercial appraisals, manage review processes for varying asset portfolios, and provide risk analysis and advisory for complex real estate issues, ensuring compliance and hig...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K *

Unlock your potential as you support real estate development, gaining hands-on experience across the entire project lifecycle, collaborating with diverse teams, and making a meaningful impact on affor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of appraisal quality by performing comprehensive reviews of valuation reports, ensuring adherence to standards and delivering exceptional client services on multi-property assignments...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion excellence in appraisal review by ensuring quality standards are met. Collaborate with teams to manage portfolios, enhancing client engagement and delivering timely services for multi-propert...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Develop and enhance strategic portfolio analyses, collaborating with teams to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational efficiencies across a diverse commercial real estate portfolio...

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $125K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that supports institutional clients, enhancing relationships through analytics, presentations, and proactive client engagement while collaborating across dep...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting portfolio management through in-depth financial analysis, model development, and relationship building with industry professionals, enhancing investment stra...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving asset performance and value creation in commercial real estate. Collaborate across functions to enhance strategies, manage budgets, and support informed decision-making for...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Shape the future of asset management by leveraging your financial expertise to analyze investments, support portfolio initiatives, and communicate insights across all organizational levels. This role...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $185K *

Join a team that's redefining urban living by leading financial operations in innovative real estate development. Leverage your expertise to evaluate sites, negotiate deals, and shape the future of wa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $150K *

Transform the infrastructure landscape by managing critical assets across diverse sectors, ensuring optimal operations and strategic growth while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakehol...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$90K - $95K *

Champion the analysis of Low-Income Housing Tax Credit projects, leveraging strong financial acumen to prepare investment models and reports. Collaborate with developers and manage multiple assignment...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $130K *

Optimize the management of Home Equity Conversion Mortgage-Backed Securities, ensuring effective pricing, execution, and settlement. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance liquidity and profitabilit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.