Land Development Coordinator

Premier Project Consultants Ltd; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in land development is seeking a Land Development Coordinator to lead residential and commercial projects. This role involves strategic planning, managing approvals, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will have a background in urban planning or related fields, along with a strong understanding of municipal processes and technologies like AutoCAD or Revit.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressive experience in land development and urban planning.
• Demonstrated knowledge of municipal planning policies and the development approvals process.
• Experience with multi-disciplinary consultant teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of site plans and conceptual designs.
• Manage development approvals process including zoning and planning applications.
• Collaborate with consultants and municipal staff on design and technical issues.

Skills

Organization

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Time Management

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Civil Engineering, Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Position Summary

As a Land Development Coordinator, you will play a key role in advancing residential and commercial development projects through various stages of the development lifecycle. You will work closely with internal teams and external consultants to manage planning approvals, support design coordination, and contribute to the strategic execution of development initiatives. A strong foundation in site planning, urban design, and municipal planning processes is essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the preparation of site plans, conceptual designs, and planning reports in coordination with consultants and internal teams.
• Manage components of the development approvals process, including Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, Draft Plans of Subdivision, and Site Plan Control Applications.
• Collaborate with planning consultants, engineers, architects, and municipal staff to resolve design, policy, and technical issues.
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of presentations to municipal staff, committees, stakeholders, and the public.
• Maintain project schedules and budgets for soft costs; track deliverables and ensure timely submission of planning applications and supporting materials.
• Contribute to early-stage development feasibility analysis, market research, and site evaluation.
• Support internal decision-making by providing well-organized summaries, reports, and visuals for active and potential development projects.
• Attend municipal meetings and public engagement sessions as a company representative.
• Support consultant procurement and manage scopes of work for planning and design professionals.
• Maintain up-to-date project files, approval documentation, and correspondence for all active developments.
• Contribute to internal process improvements, template development, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• 3–5 years of progressive experience in land development, urban planning, or site design.
• Demonstrated knowledge of municipal planning policies, zoning by-laws, and the development approvals process—experience in Southwestern Ontario is preferred.
• Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary consultant teams.
• Strong understanding of site planning and urban design principles, with the ability to critique and enhance design proposals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or other relevant design and planning software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare reports, presentations, and submission packages with minimal oversight.
• Strong time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and accountability.