Job Information
Job Category
Environmental, Land Use, Rural Planning
Company Name
Precision Civil Engineering
Position Level
Supervisory
Job Description
Precision Civil Engineering (PCE) is seeking a skilled and motivated planning professional to join our expanding team. Depending on experience, we are hiring either a Principal Planner or a Senior Planner to support our growing portfolio of public and private planning projects across California. Whether you're a seasoned leader in municipal and environmental planning or a mid-career planner ready to take on more responsibility, we invite you to help shape the future of our communities alongside a tight-knit and ambitious team. 1. Position: Principal Planner Overview: The Principal Planner will lead high-level planning projects, mentor staff, and represent the firm in public and client-facing roles. This position is ideal for someone with significant experience in CEQA compliance, municipal planning, and land use entitlement processes who is looking to step into a leadership role within a growing division. Key Responsibilities:- Serve as project manager and lead planner on complex CEQA and entitlement projects.
- Oversee preparation of CEQA documents (EIRs, IS/MNDs, Exemptions) and technical studies.
- Provide QA/QC review for planning and environmental documents.
- Advise public agencies and private developers on land use, zoning, and general plan policies.
- Prepare proposals, scopes, and budgets for planning and environmental work.
- Attend and present at public hearings and client meetings.
- Supervise and mentor a team of junior and senior planners.
- Collaborate with internal engineering and surveying teams.
Required Skills / Experience / Education
Qualifications: • 5-7+ years of progressive planning experience (public and/or private sector). • Strong CEQA experience required; municipal planning experience highly desired. • Demonstrated success managing multidisciplinary planning projects. • Strong communication and leadership skills. • Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning or related field (Master’s and/or AICP preferred).US Citizenship Required?
Yes
Will security clearance be required?
No
Salary Range
120000-140000
Other Benefits
Work Culture & Benefits • Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) • Life insurance & disability coverage • 401(k) with generous company contribution • Paid vacation & sick leave • Onsite gym (Fresno office) • Annual events and regular training opportunities • Supportive leadership and opportunities for advancementJob Start Date
10/31/2025
Position Type
Permanent Full-Time
Travel
20%
Primary Language Required
English
Industry
Planning, Engineering, Urban Planning, Municipal Planning
Job Location
Location Address
1234 O. St.
Fresno, California
93721
Contact Information
Hiring Contact Name
Makenna Bass
Phone Number
(559) 449-4500
Website
https://precisioneng.net/