Principal Planner

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 advancement

Job 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

Email

[email protected]

Phone Number

(559) 449-4500

Website

https://precisioneng.net/