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Lead the end-to-end management of planning projects including zoning amendments, official plan amendments, and site plan approvals and building permits.
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Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants (e.g., planners, architects, engineers, legal).
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Liaise with municipal planning departments, conservation authorities, and other government agencies to facilitate approvals.
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review and coordinate all internal and external reports/drawings and information to ensure a timely progression of applications.
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Manage project budgets, timelines, and deliverables; proactively address delays or challenges.
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Represent clients at public meetings, community consultations, and Council/Committee hearings.
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Maintain up-to-date knowledge of provincial planning policy (e.g., PPS, Growth Plan, Greenbelt Plan) and local municipal policies.
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Ensure compliance with the Planning Act and applicable legislation.
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Provide strategic advice to clients on development potential, land use feasibility, and risk management.
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Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Administration, or a related field.
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Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation or eligibility for membership with OPPI is not required but a plus.
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5+ years of progressive experience in land use planning, preferably with zoning/OPA/site plan files in Ontario.
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Strong knowledge of Ontario's planning framework and municipal development processes.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare and or present professional planning documents.
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Proven project management skills, including experience handling multiple projects with competing deadlines.
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Proficiency in MS Office including Microsoft project.
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Experience working with private sector developers, planning consulting firms, or municipal planning departments would be an asset
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Familiarity with community engagement strategies would be an asset
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Understanding of environmental, heritage, and transportation planning considerations in land development would be an asset
