Federal Master Planner

Federal Master Planner

Tetra Tech is adding Federal Master Planners to our Federal Master Planning team based in Colorado Springs.

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

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The Planner will be responsible for assisting Project Managers and other Federal Master Planning personnel with organizing planning workshops, conducting complex planning analyses, and authoring planning reports. The successful candidate will serve on our Federal Master Planning Team, providing support and planning expertise for DoD and other Federal planning and asset management projects. Successful candidates will be familiar with common planning principles, such as form-based codes, traditional land use and zoning, and sustainable and resilience planning strategies. Must be able to plan, prepare, and develop documents in compliance with Local, State, Federal, and DoD policies.

Our Federal Planning team's core principles guide our daily decisions and the way we interact with our colleagues and clients. The successful candidate will commit to our core principles of: Curiosity and Exploration, Transparency and Trust, and Passion for Planning.

Key Responsibilities include supporting the Federal Master Planning Team and leadership on complex planning studies, research, and preparation of plans on resiliency, sustainability, compatible land use, physical, social & economic issues, and providing planning technical support to all planning team members. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities include conducting activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards, pursuing continuous professional development, working in a safe manner at all times, and reporting all health and safety incidents and concerns.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Candidates need to be effective in both verbal and nonverbal communication. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.) is required. Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, is preferred. A desire to acquire AICP (once professional experience minimums have been met) is preferred but not required. All candidates are required to pass a security/background check and a security clearance investigation.

Knowledge of the philosophies, principles, practices & techniques of federal, urban, regional and/or facilities planning. Knowledge of principles, methodology, and practices of research, data collection, and interviews. Knowledge of planning disciplines and principles such as urban design, environmental and resiliency planning, military planning, economic development, or land use. Advanced English language skills, both written and verbal, to include technical writing/editing experience and a demonstrated ability to write, edit, and deliver planning content. Ability to create, read, analyze, and interpret technical material, financial reports, and legal documents. Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well-defined planning problems. Ability to support planning workshops remotely or in person. Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously. Excellent interpersonal skills for facilitating relationships with elected/appointed officials or other decision-makers.

Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Planning, Landscape Architecture, Geography, or a related field. Must have 2-4 years of professional planning experience (internship experience is applicable); Candidates possessing a master's degree in planning or a related field may substitute this for 2 years' professional planning experience. Experience with federal master planning projects is preferred.

This position requires the candidate to be a U.S. Citizen due to the projects they will be working on. Background Check: If this position requires a CAC card, CUI Enclave Access and/or a Security Clearance, a background check will be completed.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While primarily performed in an office environment, travel and on-site work may be required, which could involve lifting 50 pounds of documents or equipment, traversing uneven terrain during site visits, and standing for long periods at team meetings.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This work is principally performed in an office environment; however, there are occasional requirements to visit office sites, which may involve working in an office or outdoors. Travel to conferences and client sites is expected to be less than 25% of the time.

Language & Communication Skills: Fluent in English with excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and editing. Proven ability to produce high-quality reports and presentations for senior leadership. Strong skills in preparing and presenting reports and project documentation. Excellent oral and written communication skills for preparing and presenting information. Ability to build or assist in stakeholder consensus and participate workshop/charrette activities.

Other Skills: Preferential consideration to candidates who are fluent in Adobe Creative Suite and/or have the ability to develop illustrative plans using a range of software or hand skills. The individual must have strong organizational skills, the ability to manage time-critical situations to meet deadlines, and a strong ability to work in team settings. Strong communication skills are essential.

Highly organized and methodical. Strong customer service mindset. Clear communicator with patience for helping users adopt better practices. Able to balance governance with practicality. Able to work independently while coordinating with project managers, technical leads, administrative staff, and IT. Understands the importance of version control, access control, data quality, and long-term information retrieval.

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include: comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, merit-based financial rewards, flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance, collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees, and learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

The salary range for this position is $71,871- $98,822. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including, but not limited to geographic location, qualifications, licensures, certifications, experience, and other skills relevant to the needs of the business. Additional information on our benefits package can be found at Life at Tetra Tech - Tetra Tech.

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.