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Urban Planner

Tampa, FL · On-site +1

Be our next: Urban Planner The Urban Planner will be responsible for planning, designing, and ... Work in an office setting with a combination of on-site and remote planning responsibilities.

Toole Design

Planning Director - Mid-Atlantic

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$140K - $170K/yr

... remote to start). Why You'll Love Working Here We're not just another firm, we're a purpose-driven team of engineers, planners, landscape architects, and urban designers who believe streets should ...

Toole Design

Planning Director - Mid-Atlantic

Richmond, VA · On-site +1

$130K - $155K/yr

... remote to start). Why You'll Love Working Here We're not just another firm, we're a purpose-driven team of engineers, planners, landscape architects, and urban designers who believe streets should ...

Quanta Services

Planner I

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site +1

... urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way. In July 2020, HBK ... Effective planning, organizing, scheduling, and monitoring of workactivities. * Thorough ...

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How much do remote urban planning jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote urban planning in the United States is $102,002.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,000.00 and $120,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Are Remote Urban Planning Jobs?

Remote urban planning jobs focus on the design, improvement, or alteration of a city or community. These work from home positions involve gathering data and performing research and analysis to help with decisions about the location of a building site or public works project. As a remote urban planner, you work with environmental, economic, and market research data. Your duties and responsibilities involve making recommendations about zoning and ordinances. You use Geographic Information System (GIS) software to help assess the plan for a new construction project or to assist a city or region as they determine the feasibility of projects.

How do remote urban planners effectively collaborate with local stakeholders and on-site teams?

Remote urban planners often use video conferencing, collaborative mapping software, and shared project management tools to maintain close communication with local stakeholders and on-site teams. Building strong relationships requires proactive outreach, regular virtual meetings, and clear documentation of feedback and project updates. While not physically present, remote planners can still participate in community engagement sessions and workshops by leveraging digital platforms, ensuring their input is integrated into local decision-making processes. Effective collaboration hinges on clear communication channels and a commitment to staying responsive to local needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Urban Planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Urban Planner, you need a solid background in urban planning, geography, or related fields, often supported by a relevant degree and sometimes AICP certification. Familiarity with GIS software, remote collaboration platforms, and data analysis tools is typically required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help you effectively engage stakeholders and manage projects from a distance. These abilities ensure urban planners can deliver impactful, well-coordinated solutions for communities while working remotely.

What is remote urban planning?

Remote urban planning is the practice of designing and managing urban spaces using digital tools and technologies, allowing professionals to work from locations outside the physical area being planned. This role typically involves tasks such as data analysis, mapping, virtual stakeholder meetings, and the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to create and review plans. Remote urban planners collaborate with government agencies, developers, and communities online to create sustainable, functional, and attractive urban environments. The flexibility of working remotely has expanded opportunities for urban planning professionals to contribute to projects in different cities or even countries without needing to relocate.
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Infographic showing various Remote Urban Planning job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 1% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $102,002 per year, or $49 per hour.
Urban Planner

Urban Planner

exp

Tampa, FL • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 13 hours ago

Job description

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.

 

Key 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.

 

Required Qualifications

  • 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.

 

Preferred Skills

  • 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.

Our story

With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world's built and natural environments.

Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP's predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year.

What makes us different

The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We're committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence.

Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com.

EXP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people regardless of Race, Color, Sex, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression. 

Should you need any special accommodations, please feel free to contact us at hrsupport@exp.com and we will arrange for the most suitable accommodations based on your needs.

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