Executive Director, City Planning & Building

Canadian Institute of Planners; Toronto; On-site; CAD 226,000 - 302,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Mississauga seeks a Commissioner of Planning and Building to lead city building, placemaking, growth management, development services, economic prosperity, and destination development. You will shape long-term physical, economic, cultural and social development while aligning with Council priorities and legal requirements.

Reporting to the City Manager & CAO, you will guide a diverse team of directors, managers and professionals, foster a high-performing, collaborative culture, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years progressively senior leadership experience in municipal government or related fields.
• Experience advising Council and external stakeholders.
• Master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning or related discipline.
• Professional designation such as RPP, P.Eng., Architect, or equivalent leadership credentials would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Strategic City Building: establish a long-term growth vision and lead council priorities related to housing, redevelopment, and placemaking.
• Planning and Development: oversee planning approvals, growth management, engineering and urban design services.
• Economic Prosperity and Destination Development: lead investment attraction, business retention and destination initiatives.
• Major Strategic Initiatives: sponsor large-scale city-building projects and public-private partnerships.
• Digital Transformation: oversee technology systems and promote data-driven process modernization.

Skills

Executive leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Education

Master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning or related discipline

Professional designation (RPP, P.Eng., Architect)

Job description

The City of Mississauga seeks a Commissioner of Planning and Building to lead city building, placemaking, growth management, development services, economic prosperity, and destination development. You will shape long-term physical, economic, cultural and social development while aligning with Council priorities and legal requirements.

Reporting to the City Manager & CAO, you will guide a diverse team of directors, managers and professionals, foster a high-performing, collaborative culture, and