Planner Jobs in Colorado

Planner jobs in Colorado concentrate in urban planning, transportation, and supply chain management, with a market that ranks among the most active in the Mountain West for mid-career and senior roles. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins generate the largest share of openings, where employers like the City and County of Denver, CDOT, and Jacobs Engineering maintain consistent planner hiring. The most in-demand specialties are land use and zoning, transportation systems planning, and logistics and inventory planning. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles88
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top cityColorado Springs, CO
Cities hiring35
Work type54% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Sales and Event Planner for Coffee Catering Company ($55k-$75k/yr)
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Sales and Event Planner for Coffee Catering Company ($55k-$75k/yr)
Goodhart Coffee
Denver, Colorado
Enterprise Sales
Inside Sales
Sales
$55k - $70k/yr
Remote (US)

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Adams County Colorado
Emergency Preparedness and Response Planner
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Adams County Colorado
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Emergency Preparedness and Response Planner
Adams County Colorado
Brighton, Colorado
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$74k.21 - $107k.26/yr
Master's degree
1,001-5,000

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Edelman Financial Engines, LLC
Associate Financial Planner
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Associate Financial Planner
Edelman Financial Engines, LLC
Englewood, Colorado
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Office Management
$100k - $111k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
501-1,000

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Logistics Planner
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Logistics Planner
Tactica Solutions
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Logistics & Fleet Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
$110k - $125k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business

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Illumina
Planner 1/Master Scheduler
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Illumina
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Planner 1/Master Scheduler
Illumina
Boulder, Colorado
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$68k - $103k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
5,001-10,000

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Planner Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Colorado Springs
14 jobs
Englewood
7 jobs
Longmont
5 jobs
Westminster
4 jobs
Fort Collins
4 jobs
Greeley
3 jobs
Broomfield
3 jobs
Highlands Ranch
3 jobs

Planner Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin5 open roles
BAE Systems USA
BAE Systems USA4 open roles
Crocs
Crocs3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Mining & Natural Resources

What Colorado Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in planner jobs across Colorado.

  • AICP certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners preferred for planning roles
  • Bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, civil engineering, or a related field required
  • Proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS or ESRI platforms strongly preferred
  • Two or more years of professional planning experience in a relevant Colorado context
  • Familiarity with Colorado land use regulations, zoning codes, and municipal review processes
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting plans to stakeholders and boards

Planner Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a planner in Colorado?

Most planner roles in Colorado require a bachelor's degree in urban planning, geography, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred for senior positions. Colorado does not have a state-issued planner license, but the AICP certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners is the recognized professional credential and is frequently required or preferred by Colorado municipalities, counties, and consulting firms. Gaining experience through internships with Denver-area planning departments or regional councils of government strengthens candidacy significantly.

Which companies hire planners in Colorado?

Companies currently hiring planners in Colorado include Lockheed Martin, BAE Systems USA, and Crocs, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's mix of fast-growing municipalities, state transportation agencies, and national engineering and logistics firms creates steady, diversified demand for planners at multiple levels.

Which Colorado cities have the most planner jobs?

Colorado Springs, Denver, and Englewood account for the largest concentration of planner openings in Colorado. Denver drives the highest volume because it is home to state agencies, the City and County of Denver planning department, and major consulting firms, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins generate consistent openings through rapid residential and infrastructure growth that demands active land use, transportation, and long-range planning staff.

Are there remote planner jobs in Colorado?

Yes, though availability depends heavily on specialization. About 46% of planner openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting a mix of desk-based analytical work and on-site requirements. Supply chain and logistics planning roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while urban, transportation, and land use planners are more commonly required on-site to attend public hearings, conduct field assessments, and coordinate with local agencies.

How can I get hired as a planner in Colorado with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through internships or junior planner positions with Colorado municipalities or regional planning organizations. The Denver Regional Council of Governments and Front Range city planning departments regularly bring on planning interns and associate planners who work under AICP-certified staff. Adjacent roles like GIS technician, zoning technician, or community development analyst provide a practical bridge. Completing an AICP Candidate membership and building a portfolio of coursework or volunteer planning projects gives candidates a measurable edge when applying to these programs.

Where can I find and apply to planner jobs in Colorado?

You can find and apply to planner jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across urban planning, transportation, supply chain, and related specialties. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to employers from the listings.

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