Project Urban Planner

Step into the dynamic world of a Project Urban Planner, a role that demands a blend of professional planning work and a knack for tackling challenges of moderate complexity. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill job - it’s a position that calls for a growing specialization in the planning field and a higher bar for duties and responsibilities.

As a Project Urban Planner, you’re not just expected to be eligible for MCIP membership, but also to bring to the table a deep understanding of one or more planning specialties. Whether it’s economic development, master planning, development planning, urban design, or environmental planning, your expertise will be your guiding light.

This role is more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to shape the future of our urban landscapes. If you’re ready to take your planning career to the next level, the Project Planner role awaits you.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Oversee, negotiate, and direct coordination with external agencies.
• Interpret and enforce local bylaws and regulations as applicable.
• Take necessary actions to rectify deficiencies or regulatory violations.
• Review a variety of development applications, including surveys, permits, site plans, variance requests, and rezoning.
• Supervise and guide subconsultants.
• Develop, maintain, and adjust project schedules of small to medium scale.
• Inform clients and external agencies about any delays.
• Conduct comprehensive design reviews and confirm analyses.
• Review and approve cost estimates.
• Provide expert design advice to clients.
• Negotiate with approving agencies for relaxation of design requirements or acceptance of alternative design options.
• Conduct site visits as required.
• Complete review, evaluation, and finalization of basic technical writing.
• Write, review, and present formal and technical reports, proposals, and correspondence.
• Identify community issues, problems, and opportunities that could impact project outcomes.
• Assist in developing long-term plans for communities facing common developmental issues.
• Lead and participate in meetings with clients, subconsultants, and external agencies.
• Lead and attend open houses and meetings during weekends or evenings.
• Represent clients at public hearings and council meetings.

Skills & Qualifications

• The Project Planner role requires a Master’s degree along with minimum 2 years of planning experience.
• A Master’s degree in Urban Planning or Economics is preferred.
• Eligibility for MCIP is a must.
• Proficiency in computer hardware and software programs, including Microsoft Office, Internet applications, econometric or transportation modeling, database management, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, GIS or mapping software.
• Creative problem-solving skills to gather relevant information to solve less well-defined practical problems.
• Ability to review plans and apply bylaws and regulations to ensure compliance and apply regulations to field conditions.
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• We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those who are authorized to work in Canada will be considered for this position and only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

TRS is an equal opportunity company.

To apply for this position, please send your word formatted resume to milos.ristic@trsstaffing.com
 
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