Urban Planner

AtkinsRéalis; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Montréal, QC, is seeking an Urban Planner to help shape the integration of major transportation and infrastructure projects within communities. You will work within the Transportation Planning division alongside engineers, architects, and environmental specialists to develop innovative, sustainable mobility solutions.

The role requires strong knowledge of urban planning and design, and proficiency with mapping and design tools.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of urban planning, urban design, land use planning, or landscape architecture principles.
• Ability to perform site and territorial analyses, prepare planning assessments, and develop strategic recommendations.
• Proficiency with design, mapping, and project management tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop urban integration strategies for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct territorial, urban, and mobility analyses to inform planning and design decisions.
• Prepare concepts, development scenarios, and planning recommendations tailored to a variety of urban contexts.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful integration of projects within their surrounding environments.
• Participate in discussions and coordination efforts with municipalities, public agencies, clients, and project partners.
• Provide advisory support in urban planning, urban design, and land use integration, including participation in public consultation processes.
• Contribute to the growth and promotion of AtkinsRéalis’ urban planning expertise in transportation and infrastructure projects.

Skills

Urban planning

Urban design

Land use planning

Team collaboration

Bilingual English / French

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Are you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities worldwide? Are you seeking to join an inclusive and diverse team that you can truly count on? You’ve come to the right place!

AtkinsRéalis is proud to announce its participation in the Alto high-speed rail project, connecting Québec City to Toronto, as an experienced partner within the Cadence consortium.

About Cadence

This consortium—comprising CDPQ Infra, AtkinsRéalis, SYSTRA Canada, Keolis Canada, Air Canada, and SNCF Voyageurs—was selected by the Canadian government to develop the project following a rigorous bidding process. Thanks to our expertise, we will ensure optimal performance and seamless service within a modern rail network.

And this is just the beginning! As we continue to grow, we are looking for a passionate and talented Urban Planner to help shape the future of high-speed rail in Canada.

Within AtkinsRéalis’ Transportation Planning division, the Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning team supports the planning and urban integration of major transportation and infrastructure projects. Working alongside experts in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, and environmental services, you will contribute to the development of innovative solutions that integrate seamlessly into communities and support sustainable mobility.

Location: Montréal, QC

Please note that this posting is intended to gather interest for future opportunities within AtkinsRéalis.

Your Role

• Develop urban integration strategies for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct territorial, urban, and mobility analyses to inform planning and design decisions.
• Prepare concepts, development scenarios, and planning recommendations tailored to a variety of urban contexts.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the successful integration of projects within their surrounding environments.
• Participate in discussions and coordination efforts with municipalities, public agencies, clients, and project partners.
• Provide advisory support in urban planning, urban design, and land use integration, including participation in public consultation processes.
• Contribute to the growth and promotion of AtkinsRéalis’ urban planning expertise in transportation and infrastructure projects.

About You

• Strong knowledge of urban planning, urban design, land use planning, or landscape architecture principles.
• Ability to perform site and territorial analyses, prepare planning assessments, and develop strategic recommendations.
• Proficiency with design, mapping, and project management tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both French and English.*

*This position requires knowledge of a language other than French, namely English, as the clients and/or suppliers you will interact with are primarily English-speaking and located outside Québec.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

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