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Overview:

The Boulevard Group (BLVD) is a growing land use planning and project management consulting firm based in Kingston, Ontario. We are seeking an Urban Planner to support day-to-day operations and play a key role in the firm’s continued growth. This position will work closely with the firm’s Principals and provide planning expertise to both municipal and private sector clients.

As an Urban Planner at BLVD, you will contribute to a range of development and policy planning initiatives, including Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments, Plans of Subdivision and Condominium, Consents and Minor Variances, Site Plan Control applications, and municipal policy projects such as Community Improvement Plans and Comprehensive Official Plan updates. This role offers direct experience in both private and public sector planning, with a strong focus on development approvals and project management within Ontario's development approvals process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and policy analysis, including Provincial Planning Statement and Official Plan/Zoning By-law reviews;
• Prepare planning reports, studies, assessments, and presentations;
• Liaise with clients, consultants, government agencies, and multi-disciplinary teams;
• Support and coordinate development approvals across various disciplines (e.g., architecture, engineering, transportation, hydrology etc.);
• Participate in a wide range of planning projects from site-specific development applications to municipal policy formulation;
• Assist with the preparation of work plans and proposals for RFP responses;
• Provide GIS, graphic and social media support where applicable;
• Perform administrative tasks such as application submissions, financial tracking, site signage, and visits.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Urban Planning or a related field (Master’s preferred);
• Eligibility for OPPI and CIP membership preferred;
• Knowledge of Ontario’s municipal planning and approvals processes;
• Strong communication skills, including public speaking and report writing;
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with GIS/graphic tools is an asset;
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.

Salary: Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience

In addition to a competitive salary, BLVD offers an attractive vacation package and remote / hybrid working opportunities. We also provide a flexible health and wellness spending account, life insurance, and opportunities for a compressed work week / schedule. Our employees are afforded training, mentorship and professional development opportunities as well as regular company corporate events.