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Kayla Harrell

@kaylaharrell

Land use planner at Tampa Civil Design managing 20–25 concurrent projects and using GIS analysis to support planning and approvals.

United States

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At Tampa Civil Design, I manage 20–25 concurrent planning and development projects across multiple jurisdictions. I coordinate clients, agencies, attorneys, engineers, and consultants from project initiation through approvals.

I use GIS-based spatial analysis, mapping, and data visualization to support project feasibility and due diligence. I also research land use codes and comprehensive plans, prepare planning deliverables, and coordinate with reviewing agencies on comments and project issues.

Previously, I prepared case maps and reviewed permits at City of Largo, and analyzed satellite imagery and geospatial datasets at Axim Geospatial (AKA NV5). I’m pursuing a Master of Urban and Regional Planning at University of Florida, where my research examines spatial inequities in climate resilience using GIS and community-based research.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Land Use Planner/Project Planner

Current

Tampa Civil Design

Dec 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Independently manage a portfolio of 20–25 concurrent planning and development projects across multiple jurisdictions, coordinating schedules, regulatory requirements, deliverables, and approval processes. Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for clients, government agencies, attorneys, engineers, and outside consultants.

Project Management GIS ArcGIS Pro Environmental Planning Land Use Planning Regulatory Analysis Client Engagement Technical Research Data Analysis Proposal Development Public presentation Site Planning Spatial Analysis Mapping Data Visualization Cross functional Coordination

Planning Division Technician

City of Largo

Oct 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 2 months)

Prepared case maps, statistical information, and graphics for the Planning Board and City Commission. Conducted permit and site plan reviews to ensure compliance with the land development code and comprehensive plan.

GIS Mapping Data Visualization Permit Review Plan Review Land Development Comprehensive Plan Public Records Freedom Of Information

GIS Analyst

Axim Geospatial

Feb 2023 - Aug 2023 (6 months)

Analyzed live satellite and remote sensing imagery to support military navigation data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with NGA standards. Utilized geoprocessing tools to extract, compile, and analyze large-scale transportation and hydrographic datasets.

GIS Remote Sensing Satellite Imagery Geoprocessing Data Analysis Topology NGA Data Conflation Mapping Visualization

GIS Analyst Intern

Advanced Engineering & Design

Jan 2022 - Feb 2023 (1 year 1 month)

Supported municipal infrastructure and stormwater management projects within a civil engineering consulting environment. Assisted in NPDES program administration and preparation of Bacterial Pollution Control Plans.

GIS Stormwater Management NPDES MS4 Floodplain Delineation Watershed Delineation DEM Permit Review Construction Plan and Specification Interpretation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Florida

Master of Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning and GIS

2024 -

Pursuing a Master of Urban and Regional Planning with a focus on Urban Planning and GIS, expected graduation in May 2027. Research focuses on spatial inequities in climate resilience, examining social vulnerability and hazard exposure using GIS.