Junior Planner

University of Toronto; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toronto Mississauga seeks a motivated Junior Planner to support project planning and execution. This role involves assisting with space data verification, design assistance, and project documentation. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational and communication skills, and a desire to learn in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in architecture or related field with focus on spatial data analysis.
• Experience in planning, design, or construction valued.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge in AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Assist with space data verification and analyses.
• Perform site verification and documentation.
• Maintain and organize project documentation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Time-management

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or diploma in architecture, interior design, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

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Date Posted: 05/13/2025
Req ID:42942
Faculty/Division: UofT Mississauga
Department: UTM: Facilities, Management & Planning
Campus: University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM)

Description:

UTemp is hiring!

UTemp is the University of Toronto's short-term staffing service. The UTemp team handles each project with a unique hands-on approach to ensure we find the best candidate for the job. We strive to create long-lasting and successful relationships by finding individuals with strong professional office skills and work ethic.

Job Summary:

The University of Toronto Mississauga is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Junior Planner to join our Facilities Management and Planning team. The Junior Planner will assist internal team members in the planning, coordination, and execution of various projects and activities to support the timely completion of tasks. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain experience in project planning and development in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced setting, and a willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Support:

• Assist with space data verification and analyses and the reconciliation and updating of records to reflect accurate space layouts and usage
• Perform in-person site verification, including documentation of existing conditions (i.e. take photographs and measurements, and mark up drawings of spaces, etc) to ensure accurate data collection
• Provide support for drawing updates, including space inventory and revisions
• Conduct research and analyses to assist Senior Planners to make recommendations for space allocation

Design and Planning Assistance:

• Assist in designing functional plan layouts and test fits based on user needs, design parameters and knowledge of architectural principles and trends
• Determine the physical resources available and required to accommodate the existing and planned functions to ensure the proposed renovations are correlated to planned programmatic expansions
• Prepare materials for feasibility studies for potential projects
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of planning and design standards, ensuring consistency across projects

Administrative and Reporting Duties:

• Maintain and organize project documentation, including schedules, reports, and other key materials
• Monitor project progress, report status updates, and identify potential risks or delays
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to track resource needs and resolve project issues
• Participating and documenting meeting minutes
• Assist with vendor outreach, including contacting suppliers to obtain expressions of interests for upcoming projects
• Ensure timely follow-ups and clear communication throughout the process

Qualifications:

• Degree or diploma in architecture, interior design, or a related field with a focus on spatial data analysis (or equivalent work experience)
• Experience in planning, design, construction, or a related role (internship oracademic projects are also valued)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Knowledge in AutoCAD
• Experience using Bluebeam is an asset
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear reports and presentations
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing individual tasks and deadlines
• Eagerness to learn and develop in the planning and project management field

Closing Date:05/23/2025, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: PM
Appointment Type: Budget - Casual
Schedule: Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $42.87/hour
Job Category: Administrative / Managerial

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building aculture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectivelyaddress and serve the interests of our global community. Westrongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples,Black and racialized persons, women, persons withdisabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities.We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment toequity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverseperspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential tostrengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP .

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [e-mail] .