Municipal Planning and Permitting Specialist

TEP; Halifax; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid vacation

RSP matching

Job summary

TEP Canada in Halifax, NS is seeking a full-time Municipal Planning and Permitting Specialist to join the Site Acquisition and Permitting Team. This role coordinates approvals for new communications installations across municipalities.

You will research siting requirements, liaise with local government agencies, prepare applications, and attend hearings when needed. Strong coordination with project teams and stakeholders is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or closely related field.
• 2–5 years in municipal planning or site permitting.
• Experience with local zoning laws and building codes across jurisdictions.
• RPP designation or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research siting requirements for new proposed sites.
• Establish rapport with local jurisdictions for permitting requirements.
• Prepare and submit complex applications to authorities.
• Attend hearings or meetings to present projects.
• Monitor status and manage timelines to avoid delays.
• Track tasks and provide regular updates.
• Manage project documentation in an organized way.
• Communicate with stakeholders in a timely fashion.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Urban Planning degree

RPP eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

– Halifax, NS

Hiring Manager: Bob Warren (Site Acquisition Manager)

TEP Canada is seeking a full-time Municipal Planning and Permitting Specialist in Halifax, NS. In this role, you will serve as an integral member of our Site Acquisition and Permitting Team. TEP Canada offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation, and RSP matching that will truly assist you in planning for the future. Moreover, we believe in rewarding employees' hard work in addition to providing a fun learning environment.

Job Summary

Municipal Planning and Permitting Specialist facilitates the attainment of all concurrence and approvals required for proposed new communications installations in a given municipality and acts as the bridge between the client, the project team and local government agencies.

Typical Duties

• Research communication facility siting requirements for new proposed sites
• Contact and establish rapport with key individuals in local jurisdictions to determine permitting and submittal requirements
• Work with internal and external resources to source all required information and documentation for submissions
• Prepare and submit complex applications to municipal, provincial and/or federal government agencies
• Occasionally attend zoning board hearings, city council meetings, or planning commission reviews to present projects and answer community or board questions
• Monitor the status of submitted applications, manage timelines, and expedite where possible to prevent project delays
• Calculate and process permitting fees associated with applications
• Track tasks and progress in a systematic way, providing timelines for completion
• Provide regular updates and attend update calls/meetings as required
• Manage all project documentation in an organized and systematic way
• Proactively and concisely communicate with all stakeholders in a timely fashion

Required Education, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field
• 2 to 5 years of experience in municipal planning, site acquisition, or construction permitting (with experience specifically dealing with cell tower sites, fiber optics, or utility infrastructure being highly desirable)
• A proven track record of successfully navigating local zoning laws, municipal ordinances, and building code requirements across multiple jurisdictions
• Expertise in compiling complex, multi-layered application packages and drafting formal requests for variances, special use permits, or zoning appeals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to create alignment between multi-disciplinary internal teams and external stakeholders
• Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation (or eligibility for RPP certification) with Licensed Professional Planners Association of Nova Scotia (LPPANS) is highly desired

Essential Abilities and Traits

• Teachable spirit and a positive, team player attitude
• Ability to independently analyze and solve problems in a timely fashion
• Demonstrated ability to advance projects independently with little direct oversight
• Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word & PowerPoint mainly)

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.