Regional Planner Jobs in St. Louis, MO
Regional Planner jobs in St. Louis are concentrated across government agencies, transportation authorities, and urban development organizations in Clayton, Downtown St. Louis, and the Cortex Innovation Community. Demand is active across land use, transit, and community development planning. Employers hiring right now include Washington University in St. Louis, Clayco, and Edward Jones. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About Us
Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.
About LJC
LJC is a growing architecture, design and planning firm committed to creating and delivering design solutions that improve and enhance the human experience of the built environment. Youthful in outlook, seasoned in experience, LJC offers a diverse portfolio of expertise across a range of project scales and typologies, including commercial, mixed use and residential. We believe our work is a fundamental expression of optimism in the future, and that design is a means to effect positive, enduring change.
The Role We Want You For
LJC is looking to hire a Lab Planner to join our team and serve as a key technical resource within the Life Sciences market sector. The Lab Planner will support the planning, programming, and design of complex laboratory and research facilities, working closely with clients, scientists, and multidisciplinary design teams to deliver high-performance, flexible, and compliant environments.
This role requires strong laboratory planning expertise, knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements, and the ability to translate operational workflows into thoughtful planning solutions. The Lab Planner will collaborate across LJC offices and disciplines, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the continued growth of LJC’s Life Sciences practice.
The Specifics of the Role
- Lead the planning, programming, and design of laboratory and research facilities across a range of life sciences project types.
- Develop laboratory layouts, workflows, and spatial requirements that optimize functionality, flexibility, safety, and long-term adaptability. (develop or support senior lab planner)
- Integrate technical, operational, regulatory, and sustainability considerations into laboratory planning and design solutions.
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to develop innovative, efficient, and buildable laboratory designs.
- Support compliance with applicable health, safety, and regulatory standards, including NIH, CDC, BSL, GMP, ISO, and LEED requirements.
- Support planning and coordination Plan and coordinate laboratory casework, furniture, equipment, and utility requirements in alignment with user needs and design intent.
- Work closely with scientists, researchers, and facility stakeholders to understand workflows and translate them into clear planning and design solutions.
- Facilitate or support user group meetings, workshops, and presentations to communicate planning concepts and gather feedback.
- Support or manage multiple lab planning efforts from concept through design development, coordinating scope, budget, and schedule expectations.
- Mentor junior lab planners, architects, and designers, supporting professional development and technical growth.
- Support business development efforts through proposal contributions, planning concepts, and participation in client interviews and presentations.
- Promote a culture of one-team collaboration across disciplines and offices.
- Travel, as required, to support client engagement, project pursuits, and planning efforts.
Requirements
Lab Planners at LJC possess:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Laboratory Planning, Engineering, or a related field.
- 10 + years of experience in laboratory planning and design within life sciences.
- Professional licensure (RA) preferred but not required.
- Strong understanding of laboratory typologies, equipment, operational needs, and planning strategies.
- Knowledge of building codes, laboratory safety guidelines, and industry regulations.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and other relevant planning and design tools.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation abilities, including client-facing presentations.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
- LEED accreditation or demonstrated knowledge of sustainable laboratory design preferred.
- Experience with biosafety level (BSL) laboratories and/or cleanroom environments preferred.
Some Things You Should Know
- Our clients and projects are nationwide
- No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
- We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
- The pace is fast!
Why Clayco and LJC?
- 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
- 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
- 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
- 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
- 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).
Benefits
- Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!
Compensation
- The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case
About Us
Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $7.6 billion in revenue for 2024, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential related building projects.
About LJC
LJC is a growing architecture, design and planning firm committed to creating and delivering design solutions that improve and enhance the human experience of the built environment. Youthful in outlook, seasoned in experience, LJC offers a diverse portfolio of expertise across a range of project scales and typologies, including commercial, mixed use and residential. We believe our work is a fundamental expression of optimism in the future, and that design is a means to effect positive, enduring change.
The Role We Want You For
LJC is looking to hire a Lab Planner to join our team and serve as a key technical resource within the Life Sciences market sector. The Lab Planner will support the planning, programming, and design of complex laboratory and research facilities, working closely with clients, scientists, and multidisciplinary design teams to deliver high-performance, flexible, and compliant environments.
This role requires strong laboratory planning expertise, knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements, and the ability to translate operational workflows into thoughtful planning solutions. The Lab Planner will collaborate across LJC offices and disciplines, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the continued growth of LJC’s Life Sciences practice.
The Specifics of the Role
- Lead the planning, programming, and design of laboratory and research facilities across a range of life sciences project types.
- Develop laboratory layouts, workflows, and spatial requirements that optimize functionality, flexibility, safety, and long-term adaptability. (develop or support senior lab planner)
- Integrate technical, operational, regulatory, and sustainability considerations into laboratory planning and design solutions.
- Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to develop innovative, efficient, and buildable laboratory designs.
- Support compliance with applicable health, safety, and regulatory standards, including NIH, CDC, BSL, GMP, ISO, and LEED requirements.
- Support planning and coordination Plan and coordinate laboratory casework, furniture, equipment, and utility requirements in alignment with user needs and design intent.
- Work closely with scientists, researchers, and facility stakeholders to understand workflows and translate them into clear planning and design solutions.
- Facilitate or support user group meetings, workshops, and presentations to communicate planning concepts and gather feedback.
- Support or manage multiple lab planning efforts from concept through design development, coordinating scope, budget, and schedule expectations.
- Mentor junior lab planners, architects, and designers, supporting professional development and technical growth.
- Support business development efforts through proposal contributions, planning concepts, and participation in client interviews and presentations.
- Promote a culture of one-team collaboration across disciplines and offices.
- Travel, as required, to support client engagement, project pursuits, and planning efforts.
Requirements
Lab Planners at LJC possess:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Laboratory Planning, Engineering, or a related field.
- 10 + years of experience in laboratory planning and design within life sciences.
- Professional licensure (RA) preferred but not required.
- Strong understanding of laboratory typologies, equipment, operational needs, and planning strategies.
- Knowledge of building codes, laboratory safety guidelines, and industry regulations.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and other relevant planning and design tools.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation abilities, including client-facing presentations.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
- LEED accreditation or demonstrated knowledge of sustainable laboratory design preferred.
- Experience with biosafety level (BSL) laboratories and/or cleanroom environments preferred.
Some Things You Should Know
- Our clients and projects are nationwide
- No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
- We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
- The pace is fast!
Why Clayco and LJC?
- 2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
- 2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).
- 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
- 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).
- 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).
Benefits
- Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!
Compensation
- The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case
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Regional Planner Jobs in St. Louis: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a regional planner job in St. Louis?
Focus your search on the East-West Gateway Council of Governments, Metro Transit, the City of St. Louis Planning and Urban Design Agency, and St. Louis County planning departments, which are among the most active hirers. Candidates with experience in GIS mapping, zoning, or transportation planning stand out in this market. Familiarity with Missouri's bi-state planning environment and the St. Louis metro area's cross-river projects with Illinois gives applicants a meaningful edge.
Which companies hire regional planners in St. Louis?
Employers hiring regional planners in St. Louis right now include Washington University in St. Louis, Clayco, and Edward Jones, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. St. Louis draws hiring from a mix of public agencies, metropolitan planning organizations, engineering consultancies, and nonprofit community development groups operating across the city and surrounding metro counties.
Are there remote regional planner jobs in St. Louis?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on the role, as field-dependent work like site assessments and public meetings is rarely remote while research, data analysis, and policy writing are well suited to it. About 100% of regional planner openings tied to St. Louis are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions tend to sit within consulting firms and policy-focused organizations rather than public agencies.
How can I get a regional planner job in St. Louis with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in St. Louis is through internships or junior analyst roles at the East-West Gateway Council of Governments or St. Louis County's Department of Planning, both of which regularly bring on early-career candidates. Entry-level GIS technician positions at engineering consultancies in Clayton are another strong starting point. A portfolio showing local project work, even from academic coursework focused on the St. Louis metro area, makes a meaningful difference to hiring managers here.
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