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Senior Professional Planner
The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.
USD 45.67-50.48 / hour
Posted on Mar 10, 2026
CME Associates is seeking a highly motivated Planner to join their dynamic Planning Department Team. CME Associates is a multidisciplinary firm working with various public and private sector clients throughout New Jersey. Our Planning Department offers wide range of planning services to our clients from preparation of comprehensive master plans, redevelopment plans, and affordable housing services to providing board services to various Planning and Zoning Boards. We are looking for a self-motivated individual with good communication skills interested in working with a range of planning projects. Must have AICP. Must have New Jersey planning licensure. (P.P)
- Department
- Planning
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- East Brunswick, NJ
- Workplace type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $45.67 - $50.48 / hour
Responsibilities
- Land Use Planning: Conduct thorough research and analysis of zoning regulations, land development codes, and comprehensive plans to provide expert guidance on land use and development projects.
- Project Management: Lead and coordinate the planning process for various projects, including preparing applications, attending meetings with clients and stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Community Engagement: Facilitate community meetings, workshops, and public hearings to gather input from stakeholders and promote transparent communication throughout the planning process.
- Policy Development: Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in urban planning and land use policies to contribute to the development and implementation of innovative planning strategies.
- Client Relationship Management: Cultivate strong relationships with clients, government agencies, and other stakeholders to understand their needs, address concerns, and provide exceptional planning services.
- Zoning Board and Planning Board Meetings: Prepare and present planning reports, represent projects before municipal boards, and provide expert testimony and guidance throughout the approval process.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree: A bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, public administration, or a related field is required. A master's degree is preferred.
- Professional Certification: Must have certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP). New Jersey Planning Licensure required.
- Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in urban planning or a related field, with a proven track record of successfully managing planning projects from inception to completion.
- Strong Analytical Skills: Proficiency in conducting spatial analysis, land use assessments, and demographic studies using GIS software and other analytical tools.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, with the ability to effectively convey complex planning concepts to diverse audiences and stakeholders.
Benefits
CME offers a competitive compensation package including: medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off.
About CME Associates
CME Associates is a multi-disciplined consulting engineering firm dedicated to providing a high quality of professional services in a cost-effective and timely manner. We endeavor to develop and maintain long-term, responsive, and personal business relationships with our clients and to address their needs in a positive and successful manner. Through our commitment to the principles of integrity and quality, we utilize practical and innovative problem-solving techniques to ensure that our clients' problems are resolved cost-effectively through technically sound, scientifically-based methods in an environmentally conscious and responsive manner.
Three professionals with over sixty years of collective experience established CME Associates in 1983. In 1997 CME Associates acquired the staff of Berson Ackermann Associates, another respected civil engineering and surveying firm with substantial experience. In 2002, CME Associates acquired Icon Engineering, an environmental engineering firm specializing in Brownfield Redevelopment. In 2007, CME Associates acquired EGS Associates, Inc., a firm specializing in providing geotechnical services. Currently, CME Associates provides a complete range of Environmental, Geotechnical, Engineering, Surveying, and Planning services and has represented both the public and private sectors on a wide range of projects and, specifically, projects relating to the environment, including water and wastewater treatment facilities and pipelines; wastewater and potable water master plans; water resources and treatment, storage and conveyance facilities; surface and groundwater monitoring; landfills; recycling facilities implementation plans; environmental impact statements; highway and roadway construction; large residential and commercial development projects, and major capital construction projects.
The qualifications and experience of its personnel are CME Associates' greatest assets. The firm has made a conscious effort to attract, develop and retain the highest quality professionals chosen for their demonstrated capabilities, field experience, energy, commitment to excellence and ability to accept increasing levels of responsibility. Our staff includes civil engineers, site engineers, environmental scientists, planners, hydraulic engineers, surveyors, geologists, geotechnical engineers, hydrogeologists, wetlands technicians, GIS specialists, landscape architects, and office and field support staff experienced in all disciplines necessary to successfully complete our client's projects.
CME is also a leader in Geographic Information System (GIS) Services. By utilizing the latest in GIS technology we assure our clients a state-of-the-art effective and efficient solution to their needs. We use various software solutions to complete a quality program. CME encourages our clients to integrate the expertise of their own personnel into the GIS effort creating a successful long-term solution for information needs.
CME Associates presently has eight (8) offices in New Jersey (Parlin, Howell, Monmouth Junction, Pleasantville, Camden, Barnegat, Medford and Cape May Court House).
Our Hiring Process
Stage 1:
Applied
Stage 2:
Initial Screening
Stage 3:
1st Interview
Stage 4:
Offer
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