Project Planner

4 weeks ago


Vancouver BC, Canada Aplin Martin Full time

About Us
Aplin Martin is a full-service Civil Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Environmental and Survey company, celebrating over 55 years of success in making sustainable communities a reality across Canada. Over the five decades, the Aplin Martin family has grown into a multi-disciplinary firm of 300+ talented and dedicated professionals delivering innovative and practical design solutions, approval strategies, and project management services to our clients in BC, AB, and ON. We are dedicated to nurturing our employees’ growth and development, and providing a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on mentorship and professional development that ensures a rewarding career within our organization.

The Opportunity
The position of Project Planner requires professional planning work of moderate difficulty. It is characterized by increasingly specialized knowledge of the planning field and a more elevated level of required duties and responsibilities.

The Project Planner is expected to be eligible for MCIP membership, possess in-depth knowledge within one or more planning specialties such as economic development, master planning, development planning, urban design, or environmental planning.


Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manage, negotiate, and direct coordination with outside agencies.
  • Interpret and apply applicable local bylaws, and regulations.
  • Initiate any action necessary to correct deficiencies or violations of regulations.
  • Conduct review of various development applications including surveys, permits, site plans, variance requests and rezoning.
  • Manage and direct subconsultants.
  • Develop, maintain, and adjust project schedules (small to medium).
  • Advise Client and outside agencies on delays.
  • Overall design review and analysis confirmation.
  • Review cost estimates.
  • Provide design advice to Client.
  • Negotiate with approving agencies in relaxation of design requirements or acceptance of alternate design options.
  • Site visits, when needed.
  • Complete review, evaluation and finalize of basic technical writing.
  • Write, review, and present formal and technical reports, proposals, and correspondence.
  • Identify community problems, issues, and opportunities that could affect project outcomes.
  • Assist with the development of long-range plans for communities with common developmental issues.
  • Chair and attend meetings with Clients, subconsultants, and outside agencies.
  • Chair and attend open houses/weekend/evening meetings.
  • Client representation public hearing/council meetings.


Skills & Qualifications

  • The Project Planner level requires a Master's degree in addition to 2-7 years of planning experience
  • A master's degree in Urban Planning or Economics is preferred.
  • MCIP eligibility is required.
  • Knowledge of computer hardware and software programs, which may include 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 provisions of the bylaws and regulations to determine compliance with such regulations and to apply regulations to field conditions.


Compensation
The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $95,000 per year, commensurate with experience, skillsets, and qualifications.

Benefits and Rewards
  • Comprehensive health benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, an employee assistance program, life insurance, AD&D and LTD
  • Education assistance program
  • Monthly health & fitness allowance
  • Group RRSP program & employer matching
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Equal opportunities for career growth and advancement within the organization
  • Fun social, team building events and professional development activities
  • A Culture that supports learning, collaboration, and work-life balance


Aplin Martin is committed to fostering a supportive, diverse, and inclusive work environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selvesto work. We actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities. If you have any questions about accessibility or require any assistance during the hiring process, please reach out at careers@aplinmartin.com .

Aplin Martin is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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