MJ Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Land Surveying, P.C. is seeking a dynamic and motivated planner to join our planning group in Fishkill, NY. This position offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth within MJ’s planning team, with a focus on municipal planning.
As a full-time planner, you will primarily support Planning Boards and Zoning Boards of Appeals for our municipal clients, while also contributing to long-term planning initiatives such as comprehensive plans, downtown revitalization, and waterfront redevelopment. Our planners collaborate closely with MJ’s multidisciplinary team, including transportation, GIS, site/civil engineering, landscape architecture, and water/wastewater engineering—to develop consensus-driven, practical plans and support our municipal client needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Review municipal land use applications and prepare detailed written reports
Conduct SEQR (State Environmental Quality Review Act) assessments for municipal land use proposals
Perform advanced planning work on a variety of projects, including research, writing, and document preparation
Provide professional planning support to client communities and municipal boards on diverse land use and zoning matters
Organize and lead meetings with advisory boards, committees, community stakeholders, and elected officials
Attend evening meetings as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in planning or a related field
Bachelor’s degree in planning or a closely related discipline required; Master’s degree and AICP certification preferred
Strong technical writing skills, excellent verbal and written communication abilities, and capability to collaborate effectively with clients, project teams, and colleagues
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required
Experience with SEQR (State Environmental Quality Review Act) processes required
Must be a U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
TYPICAL SKILLS:
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and efficiency
Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Effective communicator who can collaborate with professionals across multiple disciplines in a team-oriented environment
Skilled in facilitating meetings—both in-person and virtual—and engaging in public participation activities
Demonstrated problem-solving ability, using sound judgment and working independently when needed
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
401(k) Plan with employer match
Health insurance – several affordable healthcare options, including two fully paid by MJ
Dental/vision insurance
Telemedicine, free with company health insurance
Health savings account
Employee assistance program
Employer paid Life insurance
Employer paid short- and long-term disability insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Accident insurance
Critical Illness insurance
Dependent Care Spending Account
Legal Benefit option
Flexible work schedule
Paid time off
10 paid holidays
Performance bonuses
Professional development opportunities and reimbursement
Referral bonus program
Wellness programs
Team building events
Lunch and learns
CPR training
Paid time for volunteer and community service events
Monthly company socials and work parties (like our MJ Spirit Week!)
From a Mach-E to the new Ford Broncos, we offer a full employee vehicle fleet for travel
Fully stocked kitchens – soda, seltzer, snacks, and coffee
Corporate apparel
Compensation is based on applicant’s ability/experience and will be rated accordingly. We offer a very competitive benefit package. If you are interested in joining our high-energy team, please send resume and cover letter to: resume@mjteam.com.
MJ Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Land Surveying, P.C is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. MJ provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, or disabled status.
Salary Range: $85,000 - $120,000