Job Description
Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,400 staff members in 33 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staffwith shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, we work in teams to build strong connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals.
The Opportunity:
McElhanney, one of BC's Top Employers for the second consecutive year, has an exciting opportunity for an individual to join our Planning team in Kelowna, BC. Supporting vibrant, livable communities is a key focus of McElhanney across Western Canada, and our Planning teams are active in laying the groundwork for complex, inter-disciplinary projects that shape the way we live. For this reason, we are looking for a Planner to help grow our Planning practice in the Okanagan region of British Columbia and as support for the company throughout BC. The position will be based out of McElhanney’s Kelowna office, however remote working from our Penticton or Vernon office a few days a week can be accommodated. The successful individual will be a part of a team focusing on a diverse range of public sector policy work and private sector development projects . The ideal candidate will be familiar with local Okanagan communities or have a passion to learn.
Salary Range : $65,000-$108,000 per annum . McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The salary range being offered reflects McElhanney’s desire to consider planners with varying levels of experience and the salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Supporting McElhanney’s planning practice in the Okanagan valley and coordinating with McElhanney planning teams in other branches to ensure great project delivery to amaze our clients;
- Working with local governments on public sector projects that could include Official Community Plan and zoning bylaw updates or amendments, housing studies, land use studies, and parks and trails projects.
- Working with developers and property owners to obtain approvals for development projects.
- Business development with new, existing, and key clients;
- Liaising and developing strategic partnerships with clients, project stakeholders, various levels of government and sub-consultants;
- Professional project management and execution of planning projects;
What You’ll Bring:
- Community planning experience is required, preferably with a background in both public sector planning and private consulting;
- Junior to Intermediate candidates: up to 8 years of experience in community planning
- Senior candidates: 9+ years of experience in community planning
- Master’s Degree or accredited undergraduate degree in urban planning, urban design, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
- Experience in land development approval and municipal development processes;
- Experience with local government land use regulatory and procedural policy and bylaw development;
- Knowledge of public engagement processes, with an understanding of IAP2 practices and principles.
- Ability to prepare information and host Public Engagement opportunities;
- Proven excellence in creative problem solving and solution implementation;
- An understanding of provincial planning legislation, and a willingness to learn surrounding local government policies and bylaw requirements.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- Proficient in technical and policy writing;
- Effective time management skills with the ability to function in a high volume, challenging environment;
- CAD experience or ability to use other design software would be an asset.
- Eligibility for membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners;
- A valid driver’s license is required.
A Full Range of Benefits to Keep You Healthy & Happy
- Flexible work hours to accommodate your busy lifestyle, in alignment with project commitments
- Maternity leave and parental leave top-up
- Extended health and dental coverage, healthcare spending account, and RRSP contribution matching
- Employee & Family assistance program, which offers 24/7 support online or over the phone
- A workplace culture that is characterized by respect and inclusion for all
- Competitive salary, participation in our generous performance bonus plan, and opportunity to join an employee-owned firm with potential share ownership
- Continuous support for your growth through professional development reimbursement, mentorship programs, and opportunity to join numerous internal committees
- We are proud to be an employee-owned, multidisciplinary company of technical professionals managed by technical professionals
- McElhanney prioritizes community care through its core values and purpose, exemplified by initiatives like the McElhanney Cares Charity Tournament, which supports meaningful causes while engaging staff skills. Join us in playing and contributing to charity!
- An assortment of company-sponsored professional development activities
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Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney!
If this is the opportunity for you, apply now o r visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.
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