Urban Planner

1 month ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada WSP Canada Full time
Urban Planner Opportunity at WSP Canada

We are seeking an experienced Urban Planner to join our team at WSP Canada. As an Urban Planner, you will be responsible for assisting in the preparation of drawings, maps, illustrations, presentations, and reports. You will conduct research and compile related information, review potential clients' properties, and help prepare engagement materials and supporting engagement strategies.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the preparation of drawings, maps, illustrations, presentations, and reports.
  • Conduct research and compile related information, including municipal regulations, acts, codes of practice, and historical/statistical data.
  • Review potential clients' properties and provide information to support recommendations on land use, applications, site design, and approval processes.
  • Help prepare engagement materials and supporting engagement strategies, present plans to municipal and regional authorities, general public, and various stakeholders.
  • Prepare and submit applications for land use, subdivisions, permits, boundary adjustments, provincial, and municipal appeals.
  • Compile and analyze data, statutory policy guidelines, and other factors affecting land use to support due diligence reports.
  • Conduct research, highest and best use reviews, and planning policy analysis.
  • Prepare site plans, master plans, and municipal and regional planning strategies.
  • Coordinate planning application and securing approvals.
  • Public consultation, including creation and delivery of presentations for public meetings, open houses, and workshops.
  • Prepare proposals and contracts for public and private sector clients.
  • Prepare complex comprehensive plan amendments, including official community plans, zoning bylaws, area structure plans, and neighborhood plans.
  • Prepare various technical reports on land use, social, and economic issues.
  • Assist in the preparation of proposals and other business development activities.
  • Manage projects over various interdisciplinary teams, client management, and other coordination tasks streamlined to project priorities.
  • Prepare municipal planning documents, such as official plans, zoning bylaws, secondary plans, and community improvement plans.
  • Assist with complex municipal planning and development projects.
  • Obtain planning and development approvals.
  • Assist in the preparation and delivery of public engagement programs.
  • Research and analyze various planning topics, data, and trends, such as socio-demographics, housing, economic conditions, real estate, energy, resilience, and infrastructure.
  • Work effectively with urban designers on conceptual planning, design guidelines, and similar design elements of planning documents.
  • Provide professional advice regarding planning policy, zoning interpretation, and regulatory approvals.
  • Prepare and/or analyze planning-related policy documents, site plans, subdivisions, road closures, and rezoning applications.
  • Ensure the work performed meets the requirements of the mandate, the client's expectations, and the quality standards required by WSP.
Requirements:
  • Candidate should be eligible for full membership in the Alberta Institute of Planners and/or Canadian Institute of Planners.
  • Master's Degree in Planning or related discipline will be an asset.
  • At least 3 years of experience in Planning or related discipline.
  • Previous experience in a policy planning, land development, urban design, and municipal planning approvals in Alberta will be beneficial.
  • Well-developed skills in urban design and working knowledge of AUTOCAD, GIS, Sketchup, and/or Adobe Suite will be an asset.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Proven time management and organizational skills.
Benefits:
  • Medical/Dental/Insurance via Sun Life, effective from start date, highly customizable for single or family needs.
  • RRSP match, eligible after first 90 days (Company matches 100% of contributions up to 4% of salary base).
  • Stock purchase/match program, eligible after first year (company matches 50% of contributions up to 1.5% of base salary/annual max $2,000).
  • 3 weeks vacation (prorated per join date) + vacation purchase available up to 5 days.
  • 5 unrestricted wellness days (prorated per join date).
  • Personal & Health Spending Account.
  • Employee and family assistance program.
  • Wellness program.
  • Discounts.
  • Virtual healthcare application.

We are committed to the principles of employment equity and welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.

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