Regional Planner Jobs in Louisiana
Regional Planner jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in transportation infrastructure, coastal resilience planning, and community development, with demand strongest from state agencies, regional planning commissions, and municipal governments across a range of seniority levels. The largest hiring metros are New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport, where employers such as the Capital Region Planning Commission, the New Orleans Regional Planning Commission, and the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development maintain consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties include land use planning, floodplain and hazard mitigation planning, and GIS-based environmental analysis, reflecting Louisiana's ongoing focus on coastal restoration and infrastructure resilience. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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About us
Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
Purpose:
The Mechanical Turnaround Planner will be responsible for developing detailed mechanical work plans to support the successful execution of the DeNOx Project while adhering to site safety, quality, cost, and schedule expectations. The primary focus of the role will be planning mechanical installation, maintenance, and construction activities associated with the DeNOx Project. As project planning needs are achieved, the planner will also support preparation and planning activities for upcoming plant outages and turnaround events currently anticipated for 2027.
The position will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Construction Management, Contractors, and Project Teams to ensure work packages are properly developed, materials are identified and procured, resources are estimated, and execution risks are minimized.
This position is based onsite in Geismar, Louisiana with an anticipated initial duration of one year and a 4/10 work schedule.
Key Responsibilities
DeNOx Project Planning
- Develop comprehensive mechanical work packages to support DeNOx Project execution.
- Review engineering deliverables including drawings, specifications, P&IDs, equipment data sheets, and construction work scopes.
- Perform field walk-downs to validate scope, access requirements, material needs, and execution strategies.
- Develop detailed job plans including labor estimates, equipment requirements, tools, permits, scaffolding, insulation, and specialty contractor needs.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, and Operations to identify and resolve scope conflicts or execution constraints.
- Support project scheduling activities through development of planning deliverables and schedule logic.
- Identify long-lead materials and support procurement efforts to ensure project readiness.
- Assist with contractor scope development, bid package preparation, and execution planning.
Outage and Turnaround Planning Support (2027)
- Support development of outage and turnaround mechanical work scopes.
- Prepare work packages for equipment inspections, repairs, replacements, and modifications.
- Assist with scope challenge and optimization efforts to improve outage execution efficiency.
- Develop detailed resource, material, and duration estimates for outage activities.
- Coordinate mechanical planning activities with Operations, Reliability, Inspection, and Maintenance organizations.
- Support shutdown, maintenance, and startup planning activities as required.
General Responsibilities
- Ensure all planning activities comply with site safety requirements, Responsible Care expectations, and maintenance work processes.
- Utilize Maximo, Primavera P6, SAP, or other site management systems to support planning activities.
- Participate in risk assessments, constructability reviews, and pre-job planning sessions.
- Maintain planning documentation and records in accordance with site procedures.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning effectiveness, work execution, and cost management.
- Provide planning support during project execution and outage events as needed.
What you will bring
Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of mechanical maintenance, construction, turnaround, or project planning experience in a refinery, petrochemical, chemical manufacturing, or similar industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, piping systems, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, valves, and mechanical equipment.
- Experience developing job plans, estimates, work packages, and contractor scopes.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, and engineering documents.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications and maintenance management systems.
- Experience supporting capital projects and turnaround events.
- Knowledge of site work management processes and contractor management practices.
Preferred
- Experience with Maximo and Primavera P6.
- Previous experience as a Maintenance Planner, Turnaround Planner, Mechanical Supervisor, or Construction Planner.
Key Success Measures
- Development of complete, executable mechanical work packages for DeNOx Project activities.
- Achievement of project planning milestones and readiness targets.
- Effective identification and mitigation of execution risks.
- Accurate labor, material, and contractor estimates.
- Successful transition of planning efforts to support 2027 outage and turnaround preparation.
- Strong safety performance and adherence to site planning and work management processes.
Moving forward together
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.
About us
Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
Purpose:
The Mechanical Turnaround Planner will be responsible for developing detailed mechanical work plans to support the successful execution of the DeNOx Project while adhering to site safety, quality, cost, and schedule expectations. The primary focus of the role will be planning mechanical installation, maintenance, and construction activities associated with the DeNOx Project. As project planning needs are achieved, the planner will also support preparation and planning activities for upcoming plant outages and turnaround events currently anticipated for 2027.
The position will work closely with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Construction Management, Contractors, and Project Teams to ensure work packages are properly developed, materials are identified and procured, resources are estimated, and execution risks are minimized.
This position is based onsite in Geismar, Louisiana with an anticipated initial duration of one year and a 4/10 work schedule.
Key Responsibilities
DeNOx Project Planning
- Develop comprehensive mechanical work packages to support DeNOx Project execution.
- Review engineering deliverables including drawings, specifications, P&IDs, equipment data sheets, and construction work scopes.
- Perform field walk-downs to validate scope, access requirements, material needs, and execution strategies.
- Develop detailed job plans including labor estimates, equipment requirements, tools, permits, scaffolding, insulation, and specialty contractor needs.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, and Operations to identify and resolve scope conflicts or execution constraints.
- Support project scheduling activities through development of planning deliverables and schedule logic.
- Identify long-lead materials and support procurement efforts to ensure project readiness.
- Assist with contractor scope development, bid package preparation, and execution planning.
Outage and Turnaround Planning Support (2027)
- Support development of outage and turnaround mechanical work scopes.
- Prepare work packages for equipment inspections, repairs, replacements, and modifications.
- Assist with scope challenge and optimization efforts to improve outage execution efficiency.
- Develop detailed resource, material, and duration estimates for outage activities.
- Coordinate mechanical planning activities with Operations, Reliability, Inspection, and Maintenance organizations.
- Support shutdown, maintenance, and startup planning activities as required.
General Responsibilities
- Ensure all planning activities comply with site safety requirements, Responsible Care expectations, and maintenance work processes.
- Utilize Maximo, Primavera P6, SAP, or other site management systems to support planning activities.
- Participate in risk assessments, constructability reviews, and pre-job planning sessions.
- Maintain planning documentation and records in accordance with site procedures.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to planning effectiveness, work execution, and cost management.
- Provide planning support during project execution and outage events as needed.
What you will bring
Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements
- Minimum 10 years of mechanical maintenance, construction, turnaround, or project planning experience in a refinery, petrochemical, chemical manufacturing, or similar industrial environment.
- Strong knowledge of rotating equipment, piping systems, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, valves, and mechanical equipment.
- Experience developing job plans, estimates, work packages, and contractor scopes.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, P&IDs, isometrics, and engineering documents.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office applications and maintenance management systems.
- Experience supporting capital projects and turnaround events.
- Knowledge of site work management processes and contractor management practices.
Preferred
- Experience with Maximo and Primavera P6.
- Previous experience as a Maintenance Planner, Turnaround Planner, Mechanical Supervisor, or Construction Planner.
Key Success Measures
- Development of complete, executable mechanical work packages for DeNOx Project activities.
- Achievement of project planning milestones and readiness targets.
- Effective identification and mitigation of execution risks.
- Accurate labor, material, and contractor estimates.
- Successful transition of planning efforts to support 2027 outage and turnaround preparation.
- Strong safety performance and adherence to site planning and work management processes.
Moving forward together
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Energy
- Food & Beverage
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in regional planner jobs across Louisiana.
- AICP certification or active pursuit of certification through the American Institute of Certified Planners
- Bachelor's or master's degree in urban planning, regional planning, or a closely related field
- Proficiency in GIS software such as ArcGIS for spatial analysis and mapping projects
- Experience with federal and state environmental compliance regulations including NEPA and Louisiana coastal use permits
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for public presentations and stakeholder engagement
- Knowledge of Louisiana land use law, zoning ordinances, and comprehensive planning processes
Regional Planner Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a regional planner in Louisiana?
Most regional planner positions in Louisiana require at least a bachelor's degree in urban or regional planning, geography, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred for senior roles. Louisiana does not issue a state-specific planner license, but the American Institute of Certified Planners credential is widely required or preferred by Louisiana employers. Candidates build toward AICP certification by accumulating documented work experience under a qualified planner before sitting for the national exam.
Which companies hire regional planners in Louisiana?
Employers hiring regional planners in Louisiana right now include Worley, Saronic Technologies, and BASF, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Louisiana's regional planning commissions, parish governments, and state agencies such as the Louisiana Division of Administration are among the most consistent sources of openings statewide.
Which Louisiana cities have the most regional planner jobs?
The Louisiana cities with the most regional planner openings are Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Geismar. New Orleans drives the highest volume given its concentration of regional planning commissions, coastal resilience agencies, and federal grant-funded infrastructure programs, while Baton Rouge anchors state agency hiring and Shreveport serves as the primary public-sector hub for the northwestern region.
Are there remote regional planner jobs in Louisiana?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely analytical fields, since regional planners regularly attend public meetings, site visits, and agency briefings that require an in-person presence. About 25% of regional planner openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and the roles most likely to offer remote flexibility are GIS analysis, grant writing, and long-range policy work rather than project management or permitting roles.
How can I get hired as a regional planner in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a planning technician or planning assistant role with a Louisiana parish government or regional planning commission, where entry-level candidates support senior planners on zoning reviews, public outreach, and GIS mapping. The Capital Region Planning Commission and South Central Planning and Development Commission periodically hire at the associate level. A degree in planning or geography combined with a GIS certificate and a portfolio of mapping or land use projects gives candidates a clear edge over other applicants without direct work experience.
Where can I find and apply to regional planner jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to regional planner jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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