Project Planner

Cambridge Redevelopment Authority

Cambridge, MA

Experience Level: Entry Level

AICP Certification: AICP Not required

Salary: $77,200 - $85,500

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The Project Planner will support the implementation of a variety of real estate projects and community infrastructure programs along with ongoing planning research and design review efforts of the Cambridge Redevelopment Authority (CRA). The Project Planner will work collaboratively as part of the CRA’s Planning and Development team, supporting the CRA’s research, analysis, project design, and community engagement efforts related to its redevelopment programs. This position reports to the Director of Projects and Planning. 

While there is no typical day, examples of the kinds of activities the Project Planner will support include: 

  • Conducting neighborhood land use and data analysis to inform community investments,
  • Evaluating potential project sites for affordable housing or community facilities,
  • Providing support and technical assistance for nonprofit capital improvement programs,
  • Assisting with evaluation of redevelopment projects, 
  • Researching opportunities to enhance workforce development programming and other projects that advance economic opportuntiy,
  • Planning improvements to transportation infrastructure and open space, and
  • Communicating about CRA projects with a range of audiences, via written materials, CRA website content, public meetings, and at other community events.

The Project Planner’s work is done indoors in a professional office setting in Kendall Square, as well as outdoors at various local project and meeting sites. This role requires attendance at some evening meetings. It is a full-time position with a 37.5-hour work week. The CRA operates within a hybrid office and remote work structure where 60% of working hours are spent in the office or at project sites.

For a full job description, please click here

Posted February 3, 2025, 10:53 AM PST


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