Land Development Coordinator

Premier Project Consultants Ltd.; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Extended health care

Vision care

EFAP program

Virtual Urgent Care Accommodations

Job summary

Premier Project Consultants Ltd. is seeking a Land Development Coordinator to advance residential and commercial projects through the development lifecycle.

You will partner with internal teams and external consultants to manage planning approvals, support design coordination, and contribute to strategic development initiatives. Ideal candidates bring a strong foundation in site planning, urban design, and municipal planning processes, with 3–5 years in land development or related fields, and

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.
• Knowledge of municipal planning policies, zoning bylaws, and development approvals process; Southwestern Ontario experience preferred.
• Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary consultant teams.
• Strong site planning and urban design principles with ability to critique and enhance proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the preparation of site plans, conceptual designs, and planning reports with consultants and internal teams.
• Manage components of the development approvals process (Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, Draft Plans of Subdivision, Site Plan Control).
• Collaborate with planning consultants, engineers, architects, and municipal staff to resolve design, policy, and technical issues.
• Prepare and coordinate 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 materials.
• Contribute to early-stage development feasibility analysis, market research, and site evaluation.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Urban Planning degree or diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

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

• #INDPPC 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.

Benefits

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care
• Extensive EFAP program
• Virtual Urgent Care Accommodations

Premier Project Consultants Ltd. are committed to providing an accessible and supportive recruitment experience for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us in advance at [e-mail].