AECOM
Overview
AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Director of Housing and Urban Policy with a proven track record of work winning and project leadership. The selected candidate will join our growing Advisory practice, which combines economics, planning, sustainability and resilience, engineering, and public policy to help cities, regions, and other public agencies tackle challenges and better serve constituents. The Advisory practice helps clients understand the economic and fiscal impacts of infrastructure investments, develop funding and economic development strategies, and address economic and demographic disparities. Our work focuses on sustainability/decarbonization, resilience, buildings and infrastructure, governance, workforce, funding and financing, housing and real estate. The Director will engage with public and private sector clients on multidisciplinary projects such as comprehensive plans, community plans, housing policy studies, reinvestment strategies, and master plans. The candidate should be capable of developing high-quality regulatory and policy planning documents across multiple metros and markets, engaging with municipal leadership, regulatory authorities, and other agencies, and communicating clearly in both written and verbal form. Strong project management and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment are required. The Director will develop relationships and lead projects across the US with a core focus on the Midwest and Texas. Responsibilities
Prepare materials in support of comprehensive plans, master plans, specific plans, community plans, zoning updates, housing studies, grant applications, corridor plans, and other regulatory and policy planning projects Manage planning projects, including budgeting, staffing, and timelines Oversee the development of high-quality, user-friendly documents, exhibit boards, and engagement materials Perform demographic, economic, environmental, and other planning research, including GIS-based spatial analysis, and coordinate interdisciplinary work to support informed decision making Coordinate public engagement, decision-maker workshops and hearings, staff reports, noticing, and other elements of the public process for planning documents and project approvals Work efficiently on multiple projects and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines Provide support to planning, design, economics, and outreach teams to ensure smooth project execution and strong client relationships Interpret and apply applicable government policies, codes, ordinances, and regulations Act as a liaison among community groups, government agencies, developers, and officials in developing neighborhood, area, or regional plans Write and present formal and technical reports, working papers and correspondence Identify community opportunities, issues, and trends to inform strategic policy development Collaborate with leaders to proactively engage clients and develop new opportunities Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, City Planning, or related field plus a minimum of 8 years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, or related field 10 years of related experience Experience working with multiple disciplines including transportation, ports, water, environment, and/or energy Experience presenting and developing content for proposals, interacting with clients, leading multiple projects, managing teams, and presenting at meetings, workshops, and conferences Additional Information
This position does not allow for US work authorization sponsorship. Compensation: USD 150000 - USD 180000 yearly (range may vary by location and experience). Work Location Model: Hybrid
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AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Director of Housing and Urban Policy with a proven track record of work winning and project leadership. The selected candidate will join our growing Advisory practice, which combines economics, planning, sustainability and resilience, engineering, and public policy to help cities, regions, and other public agencies tackle challenges and better serve constituents. The Advisory practice helps clients understand the economic and fiscal impacts of infrastructure investments, develop funding and economic development strategies, and address economic and demographic disparities. Our work focuses on sustainability/decarbonization, resilience, buildings and infrastructure, governance, workforce, funding and financing, housing and real estate. The Director will engage with public and private sector clients on multidisciplinary projects such as comprehensive plans, community plans, housing policy studies, reinvestment strategies, and master plans. The candidate should be capable of developing high-quality regulatory and policy planning documents across multiple metros and markets, engaging with municipal leadership, regulatory authorities, and other agencies, and communicating clearly in both written and verbal form. Strong project management and the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment are required. The Director will develop relationships and lead projects across the US with a core focus on the Midwest and Texas. Responsibilities
Prepare materials in support of comprehensive plans, master plans, specific plans, community plans, zoning updates, housing studies, grant applications, corridor plans, and other regulatory and policy planning projects Manage planning projects, including budgeting, staffing, and timelines Oversee the development of high-quality, user-friendly documents, exhibit boards, and engagement materials Perform demographic, economic, environmental, and other planning research, including GIS-based spatial analysis, and coordinate interdisciplinary work to support informed decision making Coordinate public engagement, decision-maker workshops and hearings, staff reports, noticing, and other elements of the public process for planning documents and project approvals Work efficiently on multiple projects and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines Provide support to planning, design, economics, and outreach teams to ensure smooth project execution and strong client relationships Interpret and apply applicable government policies, codes, ordinances, and regulations Act as a liaison among community groups, government agencies, developers, and officials in developing neighborhood, area, or regional plans Write and present formal and technical reports, working papers and correspondence Identify community opportunities, issues, and trends to inform strategic policy development Collaborate with leaders to proactively engage clients and develop new opportunities Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, City Planning, or related field plus a minimum of 8 years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Urban Planning, Regional Planning, or related field 10 years of related experience Experience working with multiple disciplines including transportation, ports, water, environment, and/or energy Experience presenting and developing content for proposals, interacting with clients, leading multiple projects, managing teams, and presenting at meetings, workshops, and conferences Additional Information
This position does not allow for US work authorization sponsorship. Compensation: USD 150000 - USD 180000 yearly (range may vary by location and experience). Work Location Model: Hybrid
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