Job Description

SENIOR PLANNING & LAND DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGER

Immediate Career Development Opportunity

Who We are

Located in Burlington, Ontario, Corbett Land Strategies is a boutique planning firm large enough to succeed in the thriving GTHA market while small enough to stay personal and have passion and caring for our clients and staff. We have been providing urban planning services to the Greater Toronto Area and the Province of Ontario for over a decade. We specialize in a wide range of residential, commercial, employment, agricultural, and mixed-use land use planning. Our expertise includes urban design, planning policy, community design, development approvals, community consultation, and project management. We are imaginative and committed to finding creative solutions in challenging regulatory environments.

Position Overview

We are seeking a career minded professional who can contribute to our growth with strong leadership and business acumen. The

Senior Development Project Manager

will work directly and in collaboration with staff and report to senior leadership. This position is responsible for managing and coordinating the firm's development planning projects, ensuring the successful delivery of client services, and maintaining high-quality standards across all projects. The Manager will also play a leadership role in business development, managing client relationships, and fostering a collaborative and productive team environment. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of Ontario's planning policies and regulatory environment along with a proven track record in managing development planning projects from beginning to implementation.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the development planning team, providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities

Oversee and coordinate the firm's planning projects, ensuring timely and successful delivery within client expectations

Manage the preparation of planning reports, studies, and applications for development approvals

Collaborate with clients, municipal staff, and stakeholders to facilitate development approvals and resolve planning issues

Ensure the team's work complies with Ontario Planning Act, Provincial Planning Statement and municipal land-use planning policies and other applicable regulations

Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal preparation, client presentations, and expanding the firm's client base

Lead the preparation and coordination of major planning applications, such as Official Plan Amendments, Zoning Bylaw Amendments, Draft Plans of Subdivision, and Site Plan Approvals

Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment, encouraging creative problem-solving and efficient project management

Represent the firm in public consultations, community meetings, and as a key liaison with external stakeholders

Provide expert representation at the Ontario Land Tribunal and other judicial proceedings.

What you will bring to Corbett Land Strategies

Masters or Bachelors degree in Urban Planning, Geography, or a related field

Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation is mandatory

5-7 years of experience in urban planning, development approvals, or related fields, with experience in a managerial or leadership role

Strong knowledge of the Ontario Planning Act, Provincial Planning Statement and municipal land-use planning policies and other applicable regulations

Proven track record of managing complex planning projects and leading staff

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills

Working knowledge of planning-related software as well as Microsoft 365 (with an emphasis on graphic presentations and apps for business), Adobe and other related software

Strong problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills

Access to a vehicle and in possession of a valid driver's license

Work Environment & Benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Leadership role within a dynamic and growth-oriented firm

Opportunities for professional development and career growth

Collaborative, supportive, and innovative work culture

Health benefits program

RRSP matching program

Signing bonus incentive opportunity

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $90,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Dental care Extended health care Mileage reimbursement On-site gym On-site parking RRSP match Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Flexible language requirement:

French not required
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL PLANNER DESIGNATION (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burlington, ON L7L 5Y7