Possible Careers
Hospitality Urban Planner: Works within hotel chains, resort development companies, or entertainment venues to plan new properties or redevelop existing ones in urban and metropolitan areas. They ensure that these projects align with city regulations, sustainability practices, and long-term growth plans, while enhancing guest experiences.
Master Planner for Resort Development: Works on large-scale resort or entertainment venue projects, managing the design and construction of new developments. Focuses on aligning the resort’s layout with city or metropolitan planning goals to ensure that infrastructure, environmental impact, and accessibility are addressed.
Mobility and Infrastructure Manager: Focuses on ensuring that hospitality venues are integrated into the city’s transportation and infrastructure systems, ensuring smooth connections between hotels, resorts, airports, and public transport systems. This includes managing last-mile transportation options for guests.
Real Estate Development Planner: Specializes in real estate developments that support hospitality, including hotel developments, entertainment complexes, and resorts. This involves analyzing the local urban environment, market trends, and economic forecasts to advise companies on optimal development strategies in metropolitan areas.
Environmental Design Consultant: Works with hospitality companies to create environmentally sustainable buildings and infrastructures that align with the principles of green building and smart cities. This includes designing hotels and resorts with energy-efficient materials, water-saving technologies, and waste management systems.
Example Professional
Name: Carla Monroe
Company: UrbanHost Projects
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Age: 37
Job Title: Hospitality Urban Planner
Job Description: Carla collaborates with cities and developers to strategically plan hotel and resort placements in revitalizing districts. She considers tourism growth, transportation access, and zoning regulations.
Education: B.S. in Urban Studies, Master of City Planning