Nitsch Engineering provides planning, civil/site/transportation engineering, land surveying, transportation planning, design, and GIS services to public and private clients. Nitsch Engineering is one of New England’s leading civil engineering and land surveying firms. Our firm is located in Boston near South Station. We are seeking a professional and motivated individual with previous experience working with a civil engineering/land development consulting firm. This position provides the opportunity to help develop a new department within a well established, leading firm. Requirements Our newly formed Planning Department is seeking a diverse self-motivated professional to join our planning team. The ideal candidate will have a mix of civil engineering and planning skills that can assist the planning and civil engineering departments as needed. Candidates must have strong technical skills and 5-8 years of experience. Knowledge of … Read entire article »

We seek several talented Community Planners interested in joining the Volpe Center’s consulting teams to develop, plan, and implement guidance, tools, strategies, and programs related to transportation planning, environmental stewardship, realty, and transportation research. As part of our teams, you will help increase the level of expertise of transportation professionals within our clients’ organizations; support better-prepared transportation plans that serve state and local government needs; and advance professional capacity building initiatives across Federal and state agencies. You will work with several teams contributing to major projects, and lead other smaller projects. You must have superb analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, and be able to excel in an entrepreneurial, fast –paced environment. US Citizenship is required. Transcripts are required (see details in “How to Apply” tab in the official announcement). You will … Read entire article »

Join one of the Commonwealth’s regional Health Departments (Melrose, Wakefield, and Reading) and manage a Community Transformation Grant in developing and implementing wellness strategies related to healthy eating and active living. The Coordinator will plan, coordinate and implement ambitious deliverables as outlined in the Grant for Middlesex County. The qualified candidate has a master’s in public health or related field, two–four years’ demonstrated experience in community organizing/advocacy work and demonstrated experience in managing grant funds and fulfilling grant requirements. This position is contingent on funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The grant and position end on September 29, 2016. A detailed description is on our employment page www.cityofmelrose.org. The minimum salary is $28.26/hour with comprehensive benefits. Letter and resume to humanresources@cityofmelrose.org  or HR, 562 Main St., Melrose, … Read entire article »

Metro Boston regional planning agency seeks Administrative Assistant. The Administrative Assistant staff position is a core member of MAPC’s three member Administrative team, which supports the 60 members of the MAPC staff in the downtown crossing section of Boston.  Full time position with some flexibility as to working hours; pay pro-rated accordingly.  Base week is 37.5 hours. Duties include wide variety of office support tasks, including ordering supplies, maintaining electronic calendar, assisting all staff members with research and data base tasks using various software tools.  High School diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred, or student working toward a BA or higher degree.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Salary range from $35,000 – $38,000 for a 37.5 hour week. MAPC supports flex time and can accommodate candidates requesting a flexible schedule and/or shorter … Read entire article »

MassDevelopment is currently accepting applications for the position of Senior Vice President (SVP), Planning Services and Development Projects. Under the supervision of EVP Real Estate, the primary responsibilities of the SVP are to supervise the implementation of planning services and real estate development projects from initial conception through completion. This position will supervise several Project Managers. Pursuant to its mission to create jobs, promote economic development and eliminate blight throughout the Commonwealth, MassDevelopment undertakes a wide range of real estate redevelopment projects either as the owner/developer, or by providing support services to communities including master planning, permitting and approvals, engineering, marketing, construction management and property management. Projects have included major military base reuse, municipal redevelopment projects and surplus state, municipal or federal properties. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Consideration will be … Read entire article »

The Southern New Hampshire Planning Commission (SNHPC) is seeking a Transportation Planner. Under general supervision, the professional will work in the development of long- and short-range transit planning at our Manchester, NH office. In addition to transit planning, more generalized responsibilities include highway planning, updates to the long-range plan, NH Ten-Year Plan, and Transportation Improvement Plan, and other alternative transportation/land use projects (i.e. Safe Route to School, Scenic Byways, and Bike trails). Also need to provide support capabilities (i.e. meeting packages, reports, GIS applications, data collection and analysis). Minimum qualifications include graduation from a recognized college or university with a Master’s degree in Transportation Planning, Urban Planning with an emphasis in transportation planning, or a related field, supplemented by three years’ professional planning experience with at least two years’ experience in transportation … Read entire article »

Proactive regional planning agency is currently seeking a qualified and highly motivated individual to serve as Historic Preservation Planner within its Community Development Section.  Responsibilities include historic research, investment tax credit certifications, inventory and survey reports, National Register nominations, Section 106 reviews and related historic work.  Master’s degree in planning, architecture or historic preservation preferred with 5+ years of relevant experience.  Salary range $50,000 to $60,000/year with benefits depending on qualifications and experience. Submit cover letter, resume and three references by target date of February 17, 2012 to James M. Mazik, AICP – Deputy Director, Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, 60 Congress Street, Springfield, MA  01104 or jmmazik@pvpc.org.  Position will remain open until filled or recruitment is cancelled. PVPC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion and … Read entire article »

CITY OF NEW BEDFORD is accepting applications for the position of City Planner ($64,765 – $79,000). Responsible for the overall supervisory, administrative, technical and professional work in the current and long-range planning programs of the City.  Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in land use planning, urban planning, landscape architecture or closely related field, and four years’ experience in municipal planning.  Full description and application instructions available at www.newbedford-ma.gov.  EEO … Read entire article »

Serves as Community Development Project Manager, responsible for assisting the Community Development Director, administer the CDBG program. Salary commensurate with education and experience. Excellent benefits. Please send cover letter and resume to Human Resources, City of Everett, 484 Broadway, Everett, MA 02149 or email hr@ci.everett.ma.us. Application will be accepted until position is filled. For a full job description, click here. AA/EOE. … Read entire article »

The city of Westfield seeks qualified applicants for position of Principal Planner. This position analyzes social, economic and physical conditions which impact the city, makes recommendations to municipal policymakers with respect thereto and serves as primary point of contact between the public and the city planning board. Bachelor’s degree in urban or regional planning or related field, (masters preferred) with two to four years related work experience, preferable in a Massachusetts municipal setting. salary range for 35 hour/wk. position is $44,800–$61,400 with excellent benefits package. Full description/application can be downloaded at www.cityofwestfield.org. Closing date is Jan. 27. AA/EOE (M/F/H/). … Read entire article »