Urban Planner

EXP • Tampa, FL

5h

About The Position

At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP.
Are you ready to design your future?
Be our next: Urban Planner
The Urban Planner will be responsible for planning, designing, and managing land-use projects, urban development programs, and community planning initiatives. This role requires 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in urban design, zoning, and planning, combining technical knowledge with strong community engagement skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Urban Planning, City Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• 5 to 10 years of professional experience in urban planning, including municipal planning or urban development projects.
• Proficiency in GIS software, AutoCAD, or other planning/design software.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local land-use laws and zoning regulations.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to engage with communities and stakeholders effectively and diplomatically.
• Based in Tampa, Florida, with occasional travel.
• Work in an office setting with a combination of on-site and remote planning responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) or equivalent.
• Experience with environmental planning and sustainability initiatives.
• Knowledge of transportation planning, housing policy, and economic development.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and managing complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive urban and regional plans.
• Conduct land-use and development studies, prepare planning reports, and provide recommendations for public and private projects.
• Collaborate with city officials, developers, and stakeholders to review project proposals and ensure adherence to planning codes and sustainable practices.
• Prepare and present planning reports, policy recommendations, and public presentations at community meetings and planning commissions.
• Analyze community needs, population trends, and environmental impacts to guide planning and zoning decisions.
• Manage and oversee planning projects, including timelines, budgets, and interdepartmental coordination.
• Stay current with planning regulations, housing policy, transportation systems, and emerging urban design trends relevant to Tampa and surrounding areas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees