HR Green is pleased to announce that Mark Villinger has joined the firm as a Senior Planner for Community & Federal Planning.

Mark brings more than 20 years of professional planning experience leading complex regional and community-focused initiatives across local government, federal agencies, and military partnerships. He has successfully guided major planning efforts involving complex project delivery, contract and grant management, stakeholder coordination, and implementation strategies that turn big-picture goals into real-world results.

His experience is distinguished by having served as a planner for a local community, a federal agency, and the Department of War, giving him a rare ability to bridge community needs, federal requirements, and mission-driven planning priorities. Mark is known for strong project leadership, intergovernmental collaboration, and a practical, solutions-oriented approach that helps clients navigate complex challenges with confidence.

Mark will work closely with clients to deliver comprehensive planning solutions across community and federal initiatives. From concept to implementation, he will help ensure projects are thoughtful, resilient, and aligned with both local priorities and long-term strategic goals. Mark’s experience and leadership are a strong addition to HR Green’s growing planning practice, and we are excited about the value he will bring to our clients and communities.

“I’m excited to join HR Green’s Community and Federal Planning team, where I can apply my experience in community and federal planning to advance the company’s mission centered on building communities and improving lives. I look forward to contributing to impactful, forward-thinking solutions for the communities we serve.”

Mark earned a B.A. in Geography from Rowan University and a Master of City and Regional Planning from Rutgers University. He is certified by the American Institute of Certified Planners, is a Certified Floodplain Manager, and a licensed Professional Planner (NJ). He belongs to the American Planning Association and the Association of State Floodplain Managers.