Job Description

MUD Workshop is a community-centric urban design and planning practice dedicated to the revitalization of neighborhoods and public places. We emphasize climate responsiveness and advance community-led ideas in the design and planning of the public realm and neighborhoods. We are seeking a skilled Project Manager (Urban Planning), who will work with the Project Principal to lead junior staff in detailing and documenting projects.

A PROJECT MANAGER’S DAY COULD CONSIST OF –

• Coordinating with the Project Principal on all phases of the planning and design process.
• Developing presentations and urban planning frameworks – including graphics and written content – to communicate planning, design, and policy ideas.
• Leading community/stakeholder workshops and meetings.
• Supporting the Project Principal in client and consultant meetings and representing the firm in their absence.
• Managing the flow of project information between the team and the client, through regular meetings and written communications.
• Understanding and responding to technical implications and design decisions.
• Managing sub-consultant deliverables and scope of work through all phases of the project.
• Directing and organizing workflow and tasks to be performed by junior team members.
• Reviewing work for quality, accuracy, omissions and legibility.

REQUIREMENTS TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE –

• In-depth knowledge of place-making and community-focused planning, including the creation of urban planning and design frameworks, built form and public realm plans, policies, and guidelines.
• Proficiency in industry standard 2D/3D software including Rhino, Vray, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, and Arc/QGIS.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Confidence in delivering public presentations and engaging with client, project consultant team and stakeholders.
• Passion for mentoring and managing junior team members.
• Exceptional work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment; self-motivated, and extremely organized.
• Exceptional organization skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION –

• A professional degree in urban planning, urban design, or related discipline.
• 5 – 10 years of professional work experience showing significant work across urban planning and design projects.

TO APPLY –

Please fill out our intake survey () and send the following to the Studio Manager at  [email protected] .

• Résumé including two professional references
• A portfolio of work demonstrating and documenting independent contribution on projects
• One short and one long writing sample

In the body of your email please answer these questions in no more than 250 words total:

• Why are you the right fit for MUD Workshop? Be specific.
• Describe your past work experience.

COMPENSATION

• $75,000 to $100,000 annually, commensurate with the qualifications of the candidate.
• Competitive benefits package including 401(k).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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