Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Planner to lead and oversee the daily activities of the Planning Department. This role requires a minimum of 10+ years of planning experience and focuses on delivering exceptional service in land development research, concept planning, and entitlement efforts to achieve project goals.

What You Will Do:

• Lead Concept Development: Provide strategic direction to the planning team in creating innovative, code-compliant site plans.
• Manage Projects: Oversee a portfolio of projects, including due diligence reports and applications for land use amendments, rezonings, special use permits, zoning variances, and overlay applications.
• Advise Project Teams: Offer expert guidance on land use, zoning, and design regulations to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Engage with Regulators: Represent clients in meetings with government staff and agencies, including public hearings and community meetings.
• Coordinate Communication:
• Meet weekly with Project Managers and Office Leaders to review workload and deadlines.
• Proactively communicate potential workload gaps to maintain proper utilization.
• Respond to client inquiries within 24 hours and prospective client inquiries within 48 hours.
• Collaborate with Marketing for graphical support and presentations.
• Ensure Budget Compliance: Monitor time budgets and prevent overruns by clarifying requirements before starting tasks.

What You Bring:

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years in planning and land development entitlement processes.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Licensing: AICP preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Pro and Microsoft Office.

The Things About Us You Will Appreciate!

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Three medical plan options
• Dental & vision plans
• Company-paid group life, short and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Additional Supplemental Plans (Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) which starts accruing upon hire

About Matthews | DCCM

Founded in 2005, Matthews | DCCM has become the largest civil engineering firm based in St. Johns County and offers comprehensive services throughout Florida. We have earned a solid reputation for providing high-quality, innovative solutions in a timely and cost-effective manner. This reputation of dedication, technical experience, and a proven record of success has allowed us to work under numerous continuing services contracts as an extension of our client’s staff.

Our staff sets us apart, and developing long-term business relationships is essential. Our employees are dedicated to our clients, co-workers, and community. With continuous training in current technology and encouragement to be innovative, our employees are our most treasured assets. We appreciate our clients and employees for contributing to our continued success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Matthews | DCCM is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse workforce. It is the policy of our office that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position(s) being filled. Matthews | DCCM prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability or handicap, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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