Planner - Data Center
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 21, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 19, 2026. Olsson scores B on the Alion truth index.
Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results - for our people, our clients, and our company.
We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
Olsson provides multidisciplinary design services for some of the largest and most forward-thinking and desirable companies in the world to work for. The large hyperscale data center campuses we design throughout the U.S. will give you the opportunity to work on some of the largest and most complex engineering-driven projects being built today. Our clients are relationship based and truly value the work we do for them, affording us the opportunity to contribute to society’s technological and connected community through the design of the critical infrastructure that is the foundation of these projects.
This role is essential in planning, site feasibility, due diligence, and entitlement for data center development projects nationwide. Experience or coursework in site selection, utility planning, development due diligence, permitting, environmental constraints analysis, land entitlement, or infrastructure planning is a plus. Guided by planners, project managers, and technical leaders, this role includes conducting research, site evaluations, permitting assessments, coordinating with stakeholders, and preparing reports and planning documents for some of the industry's largest and most complex site development and infrastructure projects.
The Planner role focuses on gathering and assessing information related to zoning, land use, utilities, environmental constraints, permitting requirements, infrastructure availability, and development regulations to improve project planning and decision-making. Working within multidisciplinary project teams, this position identifies risks, opportunities, and constraints that impact site feasibility, entitlement strategy, and successful project delivery.
We currently have one opening and welcome candidates from any Olsson office location. This role offers flexible work options to support diverse preferences and enhance work-life balance.
Qualifications
You are passionate about:
- Working collaboratively with others
- Having ownership in the work you do
- Using your talents to positively affect communities
- Empowering others to use their talents
- Effectively presenting findings and working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders
- Utilizing your project planning and strategic decision-making abilities
You bring to the team:
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to contribute and work well on a team
- Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in a relevant field such as Community and Regional Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Political Science, Environmental Studies, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
- Relevant experience or coursework in planning, development, permitting, entitlement, site feasibility, or consulting
- Experience with GIS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or similar technical software is preferred
- AICP certification is encouraged, though not required
Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.
Colorado Pay Range
$67,000—$100,000 USD
Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As an Olsson employee, you will:
- Receive a competitive 401(k) match
- Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
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