Junior Urban Planner

Stantec; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec in Edmonton is seeking an Urban Planner to join the Community Development team. You will work on neighbourhood plans, area structure plans, and public engagement, as well as greenfield and infill rezoning and subdivision applications.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team, applying urban design and sustainability practices to connect people, places, and resources from concept to reality. A bachelor’s in urban planning with 2+ years of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Urban Planning; Master’s degree in Planning is considered an asset.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Membership/eligibility with the Canadian Institute of Planners or Alberta Professional Planners Institute.
• Experience in community development and urban design leading practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and InDesign is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and/or analysis of planning related policy documents, site plans, subdivisions, road closure and rezoning applications.
• Conduct research regarding planning policy, land use, social and economic topics.
• Provide professional advice regarding planning policy and zoning interpretation and regulatory approvals.
• Communicating with other multidisciplinary team members on relevant aspects of projects.
• Assist with public engagement events.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and other business development activities.

Skills

Planner eligibility

Community development

Urban design practices

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning

Master’s degree in Planning (asset)

Tools

InDesign

Microsoft Office

Job description

Strong communities don’t just happen. They’re thoughtfully planned and future-ready. We bring life to urban downtowns, suburban hubs, small towns, and rural areas through master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, parks, and recreation facilities. The result: vibrant economic centers, resilient neighborhoods, and welcoming places that feel like home.

If you’re passionate about empowering communities, join us to discover a career with endless opportunities to make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.

As an Urban Planner within our Community Development team based in our Edmonton Office, you will have the opportunity to work on projects in the private and public sectors such as new neighbourhood plans, Area Structure Plans, and public engagement as well as both greenfield and infill rezoning and subdivision applications. Our highly experienced, multi-disciplinary team specializes in urban design; integration of architecture, street design, public space design, and sustainability with urban planning; bicycle, and pedestrian-oriented planning. We connect the people, places, and resources that take a project from concept to reality.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and/or analysis of planning related policy documents, site plans, subdivisions, road closure and rezoning applications.
• Conduct research regarding planning policy, land use, social and economic topics.
• Provide professional advice regarding planning policy and zoning interpretation and regulatory approvals.
• Communicating with other multidisciplinary team members on relevant aspects of projects.
• Assist with public engagement events.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and other business development activities.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Membership/eligibility, with the Canadian Institute of Planners or Alberta Professional Planners Institute.
• Knowledge and experience in community development and urban design leading practices.
• Excellent written/oral communication skills, organizational skills, and high attention to detail.
• Creative problem solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft and other programs such as InDesign are an asset.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Urban Planning; Master's degree in Planning is considered an asset.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Position will primarily work in an office environment. Some travel may be required, such as delivering plans or documents to reviewing agencies or clients or to attend meetings. May occasionally visit study areas, construction sites and/or be exposed to outside elements and inclement weather conditions.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

About the Team

Pay Transparency:In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1006744
• Posting Date 07/14/2026, 06:58 PM
• Locations 300-10220 103 Avenue NW, Edmonton, AB, T5J 0K4, CA