Director of Planning

We are seeking a Director of Planning to oversee the strategic direction, management, and execution of planning services in the Southwest Florida market from our Bonita Springs office. The ideal candidate is an experienced planner with a strong understanding of entitlement processes, client management, community engagement, land development trends, and design-driven problem solving.

Requirements

• Lead, manage, and mentor the planning team in the Bonita Springs office.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of planning projects—from concept to entitlement to implementation.
• Develop and maintain trusted client relationships across private developers, municipalities, and regional agencies.
• Guide the creation of master plans, land use plans, zoning/rezoning applications, and development strategies.
• Collaborate across internal studios including landscape architecture and urban design.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, stakeholders, and public boards.
• Support regional business development efforts through networking, proposal development, and partnership cultivation.
• Ensure projects meet quality, budget, and schedule expectations.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers
• Competitive Compensation packages
• Annual bonuses
• Spot bonuses
• Peer recognition awards
• 401K match
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement
• Dependent Care Match
• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Metlife Supplemental Benefits