Hybrid Community Planner - Impactful Local Planning

McElhanney Ltd.; Vancouver; Híbrido; CAD 80.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible hours

Health & dental coverage

RRSP matching

Employee assistance program

Relocation support

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

McElhanney Ltd. in BC seeks a Planning Professional to join our Planning team in Surrey or Vancouver. You will contribute to local government planning initiatives and private sector projects, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, community-focused solutions.

This role offers a flexible in-office or hybrid work arrangement based on performance, with opportunities for public engagement, client relationships, and professional growth.

Formación

• 2–5+ years of community planning experience, ideally in consulting, including report writing and Council presentations.
• Degree in urban planning, urban design, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience with land development approvals, municipal development processes, and land use policy and bylaw development in Western Canada.
• Knowledge of British Columbia and/or Alberta planning legislation, with a willingness to learn applicable local government policies and bylaws.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including clear, accurate writing and experience supporting public engagement.
• Strong problem-solving, organization, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with CAD, Adobe InDesign, or other design software is an asset
• Eligibility for or membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners.
• Valid driver’s license and a willingness to travel is required.

Responsabilidades

• Support McElhanney’s planning practice across Western Canada, collaborating with teams across branches to deliver high-quality projects.
• Deliver planning projects for local governments, including official community plans, zoning bylaws, housing and land use studies, and parks and trails initiatives.
• Plan and deliver public engagement activities, working directly with community members and key interest holders.
• Support First Nations, developers, and property owners on land use planning, housing, policy updates, and development approvals.
• Build relationships with new and existing clients, governments, project partners, and sub-consultants while supporting business development.
• Manage and execute planning projects, coordinating scope, timelines, deliverables, and interdisciplinary teams.

Conocimientos

Communication

Public engagement

Time management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Educación

Urban planning degree

Master's degree preferred

Herramientas

CAD

Adobe InDesign

Descripción del empleo

McElhanney Ltd. in BC seeks a Planning Professional to join our Planning team in Surrey or Vancouver. You will contribute to local government planning initiatives and private sector projects, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, community-focused solutions.

This role offers a flexible in-office or hybrid work arrangement based on performance, with opportunities for public engagement, client relationships, and professional growth.