This position provides professional municipal planning, zoning, subdivision, and development review services to Bureau Veritas municipal clients throughout Texas. The Planner reviews development applications, interprets municipal ordinances and applicable state regulations, prepares technical reports and recommendations, and supports municipal planning and development activities. Working under the direction of the Director of Development Services, the Planner coordinates with municipal staff, developers, engineers, consultants, and elected and appointed officials to ensure accurate, consistent, and timely delivery of professional planning services.
Responsibilities
Review zoning requests, subdivision plats, replats, minor plats, site development plans, special and conditional use permits, variances, and other development applications
Evaluate development proposals for compliance with adopted zoning ordinances, subdivision regulations, comprehensive plans, and applicable Texas statutes
Prepare written technical review comments, staff recommendation letters, and development review reports identifying deficiencies and required corrections
Coordinate with engineering, building, fire, public works, and other applicable disciplines during development review
Review application resubmittals and document compliance with previously issued comments
Assist municipal clients with application intake, completeness determinations, and development review scheduling
Monitor statutory and contractual review deadlines and assist in maintaining compliance with applicable requirements
Review, interpret, and assist with implementation of municipal comprehensive plans, future land use plans, and development regulations
Prepare zoning ordinance amendments, subdivision regulation amendments, development standards, and related municipal planning documents
Assist in developing new comprehensive plans, small area plans, corridor plans, and other long-range planning initiatives
Conduct land use research and prepare recommendations addressing municipal growth and development issues
Evaluate existing municipal development procedures and recommend improvements to promote consistency, transparency, and regulatory compliance
Assist with preparation and review of development agreements, planned development district regulations, and related planning documents
Prepare staff reports, agenda materials, presentations, and supporting documentation for Planning and Zoning Commissions, City Councils, Boards of Adjustment, and other municipal bodies
Present development applications, proposed ordinances, planning recommendations, and technical findings during public meetings as assigned
Provide professional planning assistance and technical guidance to municipal staff and appointed officials
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Coordinate with applicants, property owners, developers, engineers, and other stakeholders to resolve planning and development issues
Assist municipalities with public hearing procedures, notification requirements, and development application processing
Represent Bureau Veritas professionally in client meetings, public hearings, and project coordination activities
Prepare and maintain zoning maps, future land use maps, development exhibits, and other municipal planning documents
Utilize GIS and related mapping software to support land use analysis, development review, and municipal planning initiatives
Research and analyze demographic, land use, development, and infrastructure information
Assist with maintenance of official zoning maps and municipal planning records
Prepare mapping exhibits and technical information for staff reports, planning studies, and public presentations
Manage assigned planning and development projects across multiple municipal clients
Maintain accurate project files, review records, correspondence, and supporting documentation
Track project milestones, deliverable schedules, statutory deadlines, and client commitments
Coordinate internal technical reviews and multidisciplinary project assignments
Review work products for completeness, accuracy, consistency, and compliance with applicable requirements
Maintain accurate timekeeping records and document billable activities by client, project, and task
Meet established productivity, utilization, and project delivery expectations
Assist with development and implementation of standardized review procedures, templates, checklists, and departmental operating procedures
Requirements
Thorough knowledge of urban planning principles, municipal planning practices, and land development processes
Working knowledge of Texas municipal land use laws, including relevant provisions of the Texas Local Government Code
Knowledge of zoning administration, subdivision regulations, comprehensive planning, and development review procedures
Ability to interpret legal documents, plats, site plans, engineering drawings, development agreements, and municipal ordinances
Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and defensible technical reports and recommendations
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex planning information to nontechnical audiences
Ability to work effectively with municipal administrators, elected officials, appointed boards, developers, consultants, and the public
Knowledge of GIS, mapping software, Microsoft Office applications, and electronic project management systems
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet concurrent deadlines
Ability to work independently in a remote environment while coordinating effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Strong attention to detail, professional judgment, and commitment to consistent regulatory interpretation
Ability to identify potential compliance issues and elevate complex or sensitive matters to division leadership
Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Public Administration, Landscape Architecture or related field
Five (5) years previous experience in urban planning, municipal planning or land development planning and project development
Possesses valid Texas Class “C" license when hired
Nice to have:
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) Certification
Master’s degree in Planning, Geography, or closely related field
Ability to use ArcGIS
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