PLAA Coordinator

1 week ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Graham Construction Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

Graham is an employee-owned construction solutions partner that services the buildings, industrial, infrastructure, water and project finance sectors. We deliver lasting value for our clients through meticulous planning and scheduling, while upholding rigorous safety and quality standards. With offices throughout North America, our passionate and knowledgeable teams deliver projects that enable communities to thrive and people to live, work, move and grow in a rapidly changing world. With over nine decades of experience, Graham has the resources, capacity and expertise to undertake projects of every scope, scale and complexity. Join our team to deliver a better tomorrow.

We are seeking top-tier talent to join our Buildings division and deliver innovative projects in the healthcare, education, hospitality, recreational, entertainment, retail, commercial office, mixed-use, multi-family residential and light industrial sectors. As a member of this collaborative team, you can expect a safe, diverse and inclusive environment, and on-going learning and career development opportunities.

About the Role:

Reporting to the PLAA Manager, the PLAA Coordinator will have responsibilities for, and basic knowledge of, the permits, licenses, agreements, and approvals required for transit and rail construction projects.

As a PLAA Coordinator with Graham you will:

  • Participating in the construction application approval process, including issuance of permits, planning of submittals and processing, and fee assessment and payment processing.
  • Ensure timely processing of plans, permits, licenses, agreements, and applications.
  • Coordinate the routing and tracking of plans to various departments and outside agencies for required reviews and clearances.
  • Provide the necessary documentation to enable on-schedule construction.
  • Help to maintain and update the project's permits matrix and maintain accountability to this master document.
  • Research, co-ordinate, and apply for construction permits as per established processes to ensure timely issuance of permits and meeting strict construction start deadlines.
  • Ensure that permits, licenses, approvals, and agreements are in place to perform the scope of work assigned.
  • Provide recommendations and updates to change the budget as the project is progressing (assessment).
  • Ensure that external stakeholders, the municipality, and environmental authorities are engaged when appropriate to obtain feedback.
  • Assist in the coordination of internal and external regulatory approval processes.
  • Help in managing relationships with stakeholders, including government authorities.
  • Participate in the coordination and scheduling of meetings with stakeholders, as needed.
  • Take an active role in the education of the project team.

Qualifications:

  • University degree or completion of a diploma training program at a college or technical school
  • Registered Professional Planner (RPP) or Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in the Province of Ontario or other

    related professional qualifications are assets but are not required.
  • A minimum of 4 to 5 years of relevant experience, including experience in each of the following: coordinating third

    party engagement; obtaining permits, licenses, approvals and agreements, including experience with a broad

    range of municipal, utility, and other permits, licenses, and approvals relevant to the project; and development reviews.
  • Knowledge and experience related to roads, bridges, utility, rail, or other infrastructure projects is an asset.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, and ability to deal with complex issues involving third party agencies, governments, and other stakeholders.
  • Solid presentation skills and verbal / written communication skills.
  • Proficiency using MS Office Suite.

If this sounds like you, then Graham may be the right fit. Apply today.

Graham is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Graham does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

Graham Group Ltd. also welcomes and encourages applications from those with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in each stage of our process. For more information please see our AODA Compliance Policy and our Multi-Year Accessibility Plan.

No unsolicited resumes or phone inquiries from agencies, thank you.

As Graham's trusted recruitment partner, Jardeg aids in the hiring of skilled professionals who play a crucial role in the success of Graham's Buildings, Industrial, Infrastructure, Water, Development, Maintenance and Turnaround projects across Canada.


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