Senior Planning Technician

UrbanSolutions Planning & Land Development Consultants Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Job summary

UrbanSolutions Planning & Land Development Consultants Inc. is searching for a knowledgeable Senior Planning Technician to join our Hamilton office. You will be key in preparing advanced site plans, conducting property research, and mentoring junior technicians.

The ideal candidate has a diploma in Urban Planning/Urban Design, proficiency in AutoCAD, and 3-5 years of relevant experience. We offer a full benefits package, and salary will depend on your qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant industry experience, preferably in private sector.
• Membership in Canadian Association of Certified Planning Technicians (CACPT) is a plus.
• Ability to supply personal vehicle would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare advanced site plans and conceptual drawings.
• Lead CAD teams for large complex projects.
• Advance development proposals through municipal planning processes.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Urban Planning/Urban Design experience

Microsoft Office competence

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Urban Planning/Urban Design

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modeling software

Job description

Our team of skilled professionals brings a wealth of experience to every project, whether it's residential, commercial, or industrial.

Located in Hamilton, Ontario, UrbanSolutions is a multi-disciplinary professional planning, land development and municipal approvals firm providing quality consulting services to the Ambitious City and surrounding area. Hamilton is entering an era of planning resurgence and is an exciting city in which to live, work and play. As part of our continued growth, we are currently seeking a full-time Senior Planning Technician to join our highly professional team in our brand-new office space.

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Prepare advanced site plans, conceptual drawings, draft plans of subdivision, and zoning by-law schedules;
• Perform complex design/drafting assignments requiring advanced working knowledge of design/drafting standards, practices and techniques;
• Lead CAD teams for projects of all sizes, including large complex projects;
• Conduct property research and investigations on a site-by-site basis;
• Compile data and perform dimensional and routine calculations required for the preparation of drawings and site statistics charts;
• Advance development proposals through the municipal planning approval processes including Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, Draft Plans of Subdivision, Committee of Adjustment applications, Part Lot Control applications and Site Plan Control applications;
• Prepare for and attend client meetings as required and maintain continuous correspondence with clients and other consultants on the project;
• Work collaboratively in a team environment with other technicians and planners; and,
• Mentor junior CAD technicians and supervise work on a project-by-project basis.

Qualifications and skills required

• Diploma in an Urban Planning/Urban Design program or related field;
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant industry experience, preferably in a private sector environment;
• High proficiency in latest version of AutoCAD is essential to the position. Other drafting/design/3D modelling software experience would be considered an asset.
• Competence with Microsoft Office programs;
• Working knowledge of Provincial and Municipal planning policy and the Ontario Planning Act;
• Ability to effectively represent UrbanSolutions and communicate with others at varying technical levels;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Strong oral and written communication as well as presentation skills;
• Membership in Canadian Association of Certified Planning Technicians (CACPT); and,
• Ability to supply your own personal vehicle would be an asset.

A full benefits package is offered with this position and salary will be based on qualifications, skills and experience which will be discussed through the interview process. Our brand-new office is located in Hamilton and our business hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.