Urban Planner - Intermediate

SBM is currently seeking an intermediate level Urban Planner with industry experience. The successful candidate will be a part of a multi-disciplinary team researching, analyzing, and preparing land development projects and planning studies for private and public sector clients. Reporting to the Division Manager and Principals, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead a range of exciting land development projects across southwestern Ontario. This role is in office and will work out of London or Kitchener ON.

Company Summary:

SBM is an established multi-disciplinary Planning, Civil, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering firm that utilizes a team first, collaborative approach to building engineering. We are a fast growing, energetic company that encourages personal growth and forward thinking. We are looking to add like-minded individuals to our team. SBM has offices in London and Kitchener, providing engineering services to a variety of private and public sector clients across Southwestern Ontario. The firm employs over 100 engineers, engineers-in-training, technologists, technicians, planners, and administrative personnel.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, analysis and preparation of due diligence studies
• Organize public consultation meetings and lead community information meetings
• Ensure professionalism and personal accountability for time management, quality control, troubleshooting of project work, and meeting timelines and budget
• Coordinate, plan, schedule, and conduct the technical aspects of land development projects
• Manage the coordinate the submission of development applications, including Official Plan Amendments, Zoning Bylaw Amendments, Site Plan Applications, minor variances, and consent applications, and Plans of Subdivisions
• Maintain and strengthen client relationships and become a member of the business development team
• Manage and maintain team workload/backlog and collaboration with other disciplines

Skills / Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A relevant Urban Planning degree and Full membership in the OPPI (or eligibility to apply)
• Strong time management and multi-tasking skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Experience working in consulting
• Driven to learn and grow professionally
• Ability to work both independently with minimal direction and in teams
• Office, graphics, GIS, and design computer based applied skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• RPP designation or eligible for RPP within 6 months
• Industry planning experience of a minimum of 5 years

Compensation:

This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and annual performance bonus. SBM offers a positive working environment and a good relationship with our employees translates directly to better customer service and a superior finished product for our clients. The successful candidate will typically work 8am-5pm Monday-Thursday and 8am-2:30pm on Fridays.

What We Offer:

• Paid Sick Time
• Performance Bonuses
• Opportunity to build great relationships
• Career Growth and Development
• Paid Vacation
• Professional Dues and Training Coverage
• Health Benefits Plan
• Banked Time Options
• Regular Social and Team Buildings Events
• Paid Overtime
• RRSP Matching (4%) Program

To Apply:

All qualified applicants should apply through our online application system.

References are to be made available upon our request.

SBM is an equal opportunity employer. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with relevant governing laws. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Date Posted: June 12, 2023

Close Date: July 3, 2023.

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