Pond and Company
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About the Position
We are seeking a Senior Planner to join our growing Federal Planning team, supporting the National Guard Bureau (NGB). This hybrid role will be based in Arlington, VA, with approximately 50% onsite work at NGB Headquarters and 50% remote. The position is central to coordinating complex planning efforts across all 54 state and territory National Guard organizations, supporting mission readiness, facility needs, and long-term land use strategies nationwide.
Key Responsibilities
Lead facilities and land use planning initiatives for military and federal clients, integrating data from internal databases and qualitative insights gathered through collaboration with state-level National Guard organizations. Maintain regular communication and coordination with all 54 National Guard entities and the NGB central office, ensuring alignment in planning and reporting. Develop and manage the Annual Facilities Report, synthesizing quantitative data and input from interviews, site coordination, and ongoing collaboration with stakeholders. Act as a key liaison, fielding questions from state National Guard representatives and clarifying data requests to support planning accuracy and completeness. Facilitate and participate in onsite strategy meetings at NGB Headquarters to support decision-making and planning discussions. Ensure all deliverables meet federal and military planning standards, including documentation for master planning, facility constraints, and land use compatibility. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Planning, Engineering, Architecture, or a related accredited field Minimum 5 years of experience in federal or military planning Experience managing federal contracts and task orders Understanding of federal procurement processes Familiarity with DoD and non-DoD planning requirements and standards Experience in developing facilities design criteria and master planning documentation Required Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and stakeholder engagement Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and Acrobat Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines Effective problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to mentor junior planners and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
About Pond Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond's staff of 800+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion - and everything in between - with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta's #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.
Additional Information Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information.
Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond's comprehensive benefits offerings here.
All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com.
Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com.We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com.
Should you run into any issues in completing the application, please reach out to recruiters@pondco.com for assistance.
About the Position
We are seeking a Senior Planner to join our growing Federal Planning team, supporting the National Guard Bureau (NGB). This hybrid role will be based in Arlington, VA, with approximately 50% onsite work at NGB Headquarters and 50% remote. The position is central to coordinating complex planning efforts across all 54 state and territory National Guard organizations, supporting mission readiness, facility needs, and long-term land use strategies nationwide.
Key Responsibilities
Lead facilities and land use planning initiatives for military and federal clients, integrating data from internal databases and qualitative insights gathered through collaboration with state-level National Guard organizations. Maintain regular communication and coordination with all 54 National Guard entities and the NGB central office, ensuring alignment in planning and reporting. Develop and manage the Annual Facilities Report, synthesizing quantitative data and input from interviews, site coordination, and ongoing collaboration with stakeholders. Act as a key liaison, fielding questions from state National Guard representatives and clarifying data requests to support planning accuracy and completeness. Facilitate and participate in onsite strategy meetings at NGB Headquarters to support decision-making and planning discussions. Ensure all deliverables meet federal and military planning standards, including documentation for master planning, facility constraints, and land use compatibility. Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Planning, Engineering, Architecture, or a related accredited field Minimum 5 years of experience in federal or military planning Experience managing federal contracts and task orders Understanding of federal procurement processes Familiarity with DoD and non-DoD planning requirements and standards Experience in developing facilities design criteria and master planning documentation Required Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and stakeholder engagement Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and Acrobat Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines Effective problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to mentor junior planners and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
About Pond Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond's staff of 800+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion - and everything in between - with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta's #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.
Additional Information Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information.
Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond's comprehensive benefits offerings here.
All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com.
Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com.We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com.
Should you run into any issues in completing the application, please reach out to recruiters@pondco.com for assistance.