SENIOR PROJECT PLANNER

ABOUT WATG

WATG is the world's preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, almost 80 years young, and home to over 450 creative, globe-trotting professionals located remotely and in our offices in California, Dallas, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai.

Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to finishing touches, we operate globally as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice.

Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors, we specialize in hospitality, gaming + entertainment, urban + mixed-use, and high-end residential design.

We were founded in Honolulu in 1945, and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability - which we still prioritize today.

We passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots that lead to long-term resilience. We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect, and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities.

WATG is hiring a Senior Project Planner for our new office in Dallas, Texas.

ROLE

The Senior Project Planner collaborates with architects, landscape architects, consultants, and other project members to plan, design, coordinate, and present ideas for diverse resort, residential, urban planning and design projects.

Depending on the project size and scope, the Senior Project Planner may work closely with a designated Project Manager or act as the Project Manager to drive the delivery of the project on budget and within established schedules.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates integrated, sustainable, and equitable solutions to complex land planning problems, leading and managing project activities and supervising team members assigned to the project regarding scope performance and the production of project deliverables
• Manages internal teams, consultants, local planners, and other specialists or sub-consultants
• Assures the project conforms to WATG's QC process and delivery standards (ISO) and develops contractual client agreements and understands liabilities related to planner / owner projects, including fee calculations
• Manages the projects within established schedules and budgets to ensure profitability and the efficient utilization of resources
• Implements processes to reduce project risks and exposure
• Conducts research and data analysis, including master plan level programming and space planning studies
• Interfaces with clients, sub-consultants, and other professionals during all phases of complex and multi-disciplinary projects to ensure a coordinated, cohesive, and informed engagement and appropriate guidance and response to project requirements
• Leads presentations, project coordination, and client communications, preparing planning-related graphics for project reports and meetings
• Provides design and production leadership on all phases of a project
• Demonstrates design competency and creativity in producing design sketches, site planning, analysis diagrams, site sections, footprint layouts, 3D models, and presentations for master planning projects
• Provides own expertise in writing and compiling a variety of document types, including planning reports, technical memoranda, design narratives, project approaches, and design guidelines

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in urban planning, urban design, landscape architecture, or related field
• Registered professional in planning or landscape architecture preferred
• Environmental accreditation preferred
• 15+ years of experience in urban design, urban planning, or landscape architecture practices
• Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp
• Extensive land planning experience, including project management, graphic communication, land-use zoning, and client relationships
• Excellent graphic skills, including hand-sketch ability, visualization renderings, plans, and document layout
• Working knowledge of sustainable design and planning
• Proven project leadership, project management, and resource coordination, with the ability to effectively work in a team environment
• Experienced people manager and mentor of others
• Meets project requirements, managing multiple priorities within established schedules and budgets
• Excellent written and verbal communication and client presentation skills
• Travel may be required
• Please include a copy of your resume and portfolio to be considered for this position.

WATG is an Equal Opportunity Employer