Michael Baker International

Engineering and consulting for infrastructure projects

Federal Planner - Department of Defense

Urban PlanningConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeUnited States$85.6k - $112.4k

About the Job

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years of experience working with or for the Department of Defense on federal planning projects.
Continuous and progressive leadership experience on Department of Defense federal planning projects.
Experience using Department of Defense data systems and guidance; applicants should note specific systems, such as real property systems of record, in their application.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Availability to travel to Department of Defense sites in the United States and overseas 25% of the time.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

Lead federal planning projects for Department of Defense clients and facilitate successful outcomes.
Support project-based Department of Defense client and stakeholder engagement both virtually and in person.
Prepare deliverables such as Master Plans, Requirements Analyses, Planning Charrette Reports, and Facility Space Plans.
Work with Project Managers to organize project teams and ensure deliverables are submitted on time, within scope, and to the client’s satisfaction.

Desired Qualifications

Advanced knowledge of federal planning principles, military mission priorities, and Department of Defense real property assets.
Proven success leading projects that helped Department of Defense clients achieve their desired planning outcomes.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and tasks independently.
Experience organizing and working with multidisciplinary teams.
Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills to convey data-driven planning effectively.
Oral and written communication skills.
Track record of submitting high-quality deliverables that reflect Department of Defense client goals.
A bachelor’s degree or higher in urban planning or a related field, or equivalent professional planning experience.
American Institute of Certified Planners credentialing.
Software skills such as Esri ArcGIS Suite, AutoCAD, and/or Adobe Suite; applicants should specify these in their application.

Join a nationally recognized Federal Planning Practice and help shape the future of military installations across the globe. As a Federal Planner supporting Department of Defense clients, you'll lead complex planning initiatives that directly influence mission readiness, infrastructure investment, and the long-term development of military facilities. Working alongside a team of planners, GIS specialists, designers, and project managers, you'll engage with military stakeholders, facilitate planning efforts, and deliver solutions that address some of the DoD's most pressing infrastructure challenges. This role is ideal for a curious, driven professional who is passionate about translating mission requirements into actionable planning strategies and enjoys working directly with clients in both the U.S. and overseas.

Anticipated work includes:

Lead federal planning projects for DoD clients and facilitate successful outcomes.
Support project-based DoD client and stakeholder engagement both virtually and in-person.
Prepare deliverables, such as Master Plans, Requirements Analyses, Planning Charrette Reports, and Facility Space Plans.
Work with Project Managers to organize project teams to ensure deliverables are submitted on time, within scope, and to the client’s satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will possess:

Advanced knowledge of federal planning principles, military mission priorities, and DoD real property assets.
Proven success leading projects that helped DoD clients achieve their desired planning outcomes.
The ability to juggle multiple, concurrent priorities and manage tasks independently.
Experience organizing and working with multi-disciplinary teams.
Proven quantitative and qualitative analytical skills to effectively convey data-driven planning.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
A track record of submitting high quality deliverables reflective of DoD client goals.

Required qualifications:

A minimum of 5 years of experience working with or for the DoD on federal planning projects.
Continuous and progressive leadership experience on DoD federal planning projects.
Experience using DoD data systems and guidance (please note specific DoD data systems, such as real property systems of record, in your application).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Availability to travel to DoD sites in the U.S. and overseas (25% of time).
U.S. Citizenship.

Preferred qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in urban planning or a related field or equivalent professional planning experience.
American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) credentialing.
Software skills, such as Esri ArcGIS Suite, AutoCAD, and/or Adobe Suite (please specify in your application).

COMPENSATION

The range for this role is $85,619 – $112,375; this will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate.

THIS POSITION CAN BE REMOTE, OR HYBRID; Periodic On-site Travel to Client Sites (25%) is Required.

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About the Company

Michael Baker International

Engineering and consulting for infrastructure projects

Michael Baker International delivers engineering and consulting services for infrastructure projects across five verticals: Infrastructure, Design-Build Services, Federal Programs and Services, Consulting and Technology Solutions (CTS), and Sustainable and Resilient Solutions (SRS). Its work covers bridge, highway, water, rail and transit, and aviation design, as well as planning, architecture, environment, construction and program management. The company uses modern technologies such as intelligent transportation, engineered models, and public safety SaaS to support projects. With over 4,900 employees in more than 90 offices, it differentiates itself through long-standing experience (80+ years), breadth of services, and a collaborative, innovative culture aimed at delivering high-quality solutions. Its goal is to make a difference for clients and communities by evolving into a full-service engineering and consulting firm through collaboration and technological advancement.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Pittsburgh, PA
Founded: 1940

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