Description
Job Description
Job Opportunity: Senior Land Use Planner (Ontario) – Hybrid
About Egis
Egis is a rapidly growing company in North America, recently expanding its reach through the acquisition of McIntosh Perry. With over 1,000 engineers, architects, and planners across Canada and the USA, Egis is committed to investing in the region and driving sustainable growth.
At Egis, core values define the work culture:
- A Responsible Company – Acting with care and responsibility for people and the environment.
- A People-First Company – Fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity.
- A Creative Company – Encouraging innovation to tackle the world’s major challenges.
Egis offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while fostering professional growth in an environment of collaboration, high standards, and sustainability.
About the Role
Egis is seeking a Senior Land Use Planner to join its growing Land Development team in Ontario. This hybrid role involves working closely with private and public sector clients, managing projects, and overseeing development approvals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage consulting projects, overseeing budgets, teams, and project administration.
- Provide planning input by reviewing municipal and provincial planning documents.
- Engage with municipal agencies and stakeholders regarding development applications.
- Conduct presentations before municipal Committees and Councils.
- Manage development approvals for projects, including subdivisions, rezoning, site plans, and official plan amendments.
- Prepare planning reports and rationales.
- Support municipal clients by reviewing development submissions.
- Foster client relationships and support business development efforts.
- Supervise and mentor project team members as required.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor's degree in land use planning or a related discipline.
- Registered Professional Planner (RPP) and full Member of the Canadian Institute of Planners (MCIP).
- Minimum 5 years of experience in land use planning, preferably in the private sector and with municipal sector support.
- Strong oral and written communication skills (French is an asset).
- Demonstrated business development skills with an entrepreneurial mindset.
- Proven project management experience, including budget oversight and team leadership.
- Ability to work collaboratively with clients and stakeholders.
- Leadership experience with the ability to manage technical teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- Knowledge of AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and GIS is an asset.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a registered and insured vehicle.
Why Join Egis?
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on technically excellent, ambitious, and sustainable projects.
- Supportive and inclusive work environment with career growth opportunities.
- Commitment to equal opportunities and workplace accommodations.
- Eligible for referral bonus under Egis’ Referral Program.
Egis Canada welcomes applications from diverse candidates, including individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the selection process.
Apply today to become part of Egis’ growing and dynamic team!
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