Master Planning Director
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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Master Planning Director to join our team! In this role you will be responsible for providing strategic advisory and oversight on master planning, urban development, landscape, mobility, and governance initiatives.
This role ensures that projects align with best practices, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder expectations. The position requires strong expertise in master planning principles, governance frameworks, and stakeholder collaboration to drive successful planning and development outcomes.
Additionally, the manager will lead knowledge transfer initiatives, support governance investigations, and contribute to the continuous improvement of planning processes.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Provide expert guidance on master planning, urban development, landscape design, mobility solutions, and governance frameworks.
- Evaluate and provide strategic insights on portfolio projects, ensuring alignment with urban planning best practices.
- Develop and implement policies, frameworks, and guidelines to improve planning processes and governance structures.
- Conduct comparative analysis of regulatory frameworks to enhance master planning methodologies
- Act as a liaison between internal teams, external consultants, and key stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
- Engage with government agencies, private developers, and regulatory bodies to facilitate seamless integration of planning initiatives.
- Represent the team in meetings with Development Companies (DevCos) and consultants, offering expert insights and recommendations.
- Support cross-functional collaboration to ensure planning strategies align with broader project and organizational goals.
- Lead and contribute to governance investigations and procedural improvements, enhancing regulatory and operational frameworks.
- Identify opportunities to enhance regulatory compliance and ensure adherence to local and international planning standards.
- Support the development of standardized templates, processes, and models to improve efficiency in master planning.
- Facilitate knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance team expertise and professional development.
- Mentor junior staff, providing technical guidance and oversight on planning tasks.
- Develop training materials, best practice documentation, and advisory reports to support continuous learning.
- Promote a collaborative and high-performing team culture, encouraging innovation and knowledge exchange
- Conduct industry research and analysis to integrate the latest trends and best practices into master planning strategies.
- Identify and implement value-added initiatives, including improvements to planning methodologies, RFP models, and design guidelines.
- Contribute to weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc reports, providing insights and recommendations on planning initiatives.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Minimum 20 years experience in a relevant field
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited university or equivalent in a relevant field
- Extensive expertise in urban planning, master planning, and mobility solutions.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to evaluate and improve planning frameworks.
- In-depth knowledge of planning policies, governance structures, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex insights into clear recommendations.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Proficiency in GIS, AutoCAD, and other planning-related software (preferred).
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