Land User Planner II

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
  
  
  

Job Opportunity: Land Use Planner II

Join a Legacy of Excellence at San Dieguito Engineering (SDE)

Are you ready to take your planning career to the next level with a firm that has shaped San Diego County for over 50 years? San Dieguito Engineering (SDE), an award-winning civil engineering and land planning firm based in Carlsbad, CA, is seeking a dynamic Land Use Planner to support and lead entitlement and ministerial processes for diverse land development projects.

At SDE, our vision is clear: to be the #1 Small Business Civil Engineering consulting firm in San Diego County. Our strength lies in the passion, collaboration, and innovation of our team members who work together to exceed our clients’ expectations every day.

Why Join SDE? - Work with a respected firm established in 1974 with deep community ties. - Thrive in a culture that values innovation, accountability, and teamwork. - Play a key role in high-impact private and public land development projects. - Benefit from leadership invested in your professional growth and success.

Key Responsibilities: - Interpret and apply state, county, and local codes and ordinances.

• Coordinate and prepare entitlement packages, applications, and agency submittals.
• Process plats, maps, improvement plans, grading plans, and entitlements.
• Maintain project task lists and prioritize planning activities.
• Conduct research and coordinate planning and environmental proposal content.
• Collaborate with in-house and external professionals to generate exhibits.
• Oversee project timelines from pre-submittal through final approval and public hearings.
• Act as liaison with clients, agency staff, and stakeholders to ensure compliance and responsiveness.
• Support Project Managers with timely updates and proactive coordination.
  
  
  

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• 3–5+ years of relevant planning or entitlement processing experience.
• Strong knowledge of CEQA, zoning ordinances, and land use laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and mapping tools (e.g., Google Earth).
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A team-oriented mindset and a passion for high-quality service.
• Motivation to grow professionally and learn from industry leaders.
  
  
  

Bonus Qualifications: Experience with environmental review processes and ability to create compelling visuals or planning exhibits.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401K match)
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Flexible work schedule
• A supportive, collaborative, and growth-oriented environment
  
  
  

Be Part of Something Bigger At SDE, you won’t just process paperwork—you’ll help shape communities. We are proud of our legacy and excited for our future. If you want to be part of a team that values integrity, innovation, and impact, we invite you to apply today.

SDE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.