Planning Assistant

2 weeks ago

Surrey, Canada Pacific Land Resource Group Inc Full time

**Planning Assistant**

(Land Use and Development)

July 2023

**Company Description**

Pacific Land Group (PLG) is an experienced multidisciplinary land-use consulting firm, which specializes in complex land planning, development and environmental strategies. We have served municipalities, communities, and top-tier private organizations across BC's Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. We are proud to play an active role in shaping development and land use policies in the communities we work in, and believe that each project we undertake is an opportunity to promote thriving communities. With our team of planners and biologists, we work together to produce practical and innovative strategies to address our clients’ challenges and the unique attributes of each project site. Our planning team’s expertise includes comprehensive development programs, highest and best land use assessments, project management and government agency approvals.

As a boutique firm that values collaboration, creative thinking, transparency and growth, we operate on a merit-based system with an open-door policy. We take pride in consistently and proactively delivering positive customer experiences by designing workplans and products with our clients in mind. At PLG, effective work, innovative ideas, and consistent results are recognized and rewarded. We encourage every member to bring their unique insights and creative solutions to the table as we continuously work to advance our company and the interests of our clients.

**Position Description**

As a Planning Assistant, you will be responsible for collaborating with our team of internal and external development professionals, including architects, biologists, engineers, planners and urban designers.

**Responsibilities**

Each client’s needs are unique, so your efforts will help advance an array of projects. Some examples of projects you may assist with include:

- Compiling and analyzing data on legal, environmental, physical, regulatory and other factors affecting development feasibility;
- Interpreting related Zoning Bylaws, Official Community Plans, secondary plans and statutes;
- Attending meetings with public authorities, lawyers, developers, clients and other groups to assist in the formulation and refinement of land use strategies;
- Preparing and recommending land development concepts for zoning, subdivisions, agricultural and other land uses;
- Reviewing, evaluating and reconceptualizing clients’ land use and development plans;
- Coordinating and gathering quotes from urban planning, urban design, environmental, engineering and other consultants;
- Reviewing plans for conformance with municipal plans and regulations;
- Preparing comprehensive development zones, development rationales, CAD layout designs and due diligence studies;
- Developing responses to government requests, development proposals and rationales, highest and best land use reports, and expert opinions respecting developments and land use-related matters.
- Note_: The examples listed above are not exhaustive of all the projects you may be responsible for in this role.

**Qualifications**

**Essential**
- 1-2 years of experience/exposure to land development planning (site planning for single family residential, townhouse, industrial and commercial);
- Post-Secondary education, preferably a degree related to planning, or comparable planning experience, or an equivalent combination of education/experience. Working knowledge of Zoning Bylaws, Official Community Plans, Design Guidelines and the _Local Government Act_;
- Working knowledge or ability to quickly acquire knowledge of standard planning, building and engineering terminology, and map compilation and interpretation;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to express thoughts and ideas clearly, and write in a clear, concise and creative manner;
- Good customer service skills with the ability to remain courteous, tactful and diplomatic in dealing with municipal and industry colleagues, clients, and members of the public during public consultation processes.
- A valid driver’s license.

**Desirable**
- Aptitude in graphics software to prepare graphics and presentation material to support city council and public consultation processes;
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and GIS software;
- Experience preparing development rationales, analytical reports or correspondence with external agencies/consultants; and
- Achieved or working towards a Master’s Degree in Community Planning.

**Remuneration**

We recognize that applicants have unique backgrounds and experiences, and want to offer remuneration that reflects that. Accordingly, the compensation package for this role will be determined on an applicant-by-applicant basis.

**Application Process**

**Salary**: $24.00-$45.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Surrey, BC V3W 2V6: reliably commute or plan to relocate

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