Quiddity is seeking a Planning Technician II to complete assignments to produce planning work product, using the application of fundamental planning/platting techniques in accordance with established standards and procedures. 

• Works on multiple projects: Working with engineering teams/consultants/clients and other stakeholders, moves projects forward, identifies potential issues and escalates them appropriately.
• Prepares routine to moderately difficult planning/platting documents, including but not limited to subdivision plats, registry drawings, GIS files, owner’s ratifications, lienholder subordination agreements, obtaining tax certificates and associated documents as necessary to include in recordation packages to appropriate jurisdictional entities or clients.
• Reviews documents and parcel descriptions associated with the project to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Prepares maps, charts, tables of limited complexity.
• Understands and can apply regulations appropriately for various Houston-Metro agencies and jurisdictions.
• Attends public meetings to assist other planning staff as required.
• Researches using a range of sources and compiles information for planning purposes. This includes, tax accounts, ownership, applicable regulations.
• Develops and maintains automated tracking systems, hard copy files and records.
• May manage the subdivision platting submittal, approval and recordation process, and project schedules.
• May provide basic information and technical assistance to others on land planning/platting.
• May prepare public notices and/or property owner verifications.

• 3 years of experience in platting/planning/GIS/CAD/Graphics or related field.
• Proficient in the use of Civil 3D/CAD/GIS/Design tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office suite or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Photoshop or similar program is preferred, but not required.
• Understanding of planning principles and practices, regulation, zoning, and/or other specialties.
• Certificate and/or Associate’s in Planning, Architecture, Drafting Technology, Land Surveying, or associated field preferred.
• Understanding/knowledge of Texas State Platting Law, City of Houston and adjacent suburban cities, Harris County, Waller County, Montgomery County and Fort Bend County, regulations, standards, and procedures) preferred.

About Us

Quiddity is an award-winning, full-service civil engineering, planning, environmental, and surveying firm. We deliver forward-thinking solutions for both public infrastructure and private development projects. With a team of over 700 professionals across 12 offices in Texas and Florida, our design and consulting expertise spans from wastewater treatment and highway design to multi-family housing and master-planned communities. Since 1976, we've been committed to building strong communities—inside and out. This dedication has earned us a place among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Design Firms and regular recognition as a Best Place to Work by regional and local publications. Discover more at quiddity.com.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• 4 ½ Day Work Week
• Paid Time Off
• Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• Retirement Plan 401k with Quiddity matching
• Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
• Paid Family Leave
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Other Benefits

EEO STATEMENT

Quiddity is committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and its employees. Quiddity strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity or any other status or classification protected by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws.

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