Planning Specialist

Job title:

Planning Specialist

Company

Stantec

Job description

Job description:Planning Specialist – ( 2500010W )DescriptionStrong communities don’t just happen—they’re built. They are creatively imagined, collaboratively planned, and readied to face tomorrow with optimism. We are driving the future of Community Development. Our experts lead their fields, collaborating on projects that are as technically challenging as they are impactful, creative, and fulfilling. We are a place where you can apply your passion—and find endless opportunities to help make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable. Join the team where we are not just designing and shaping communities – but expanding and refining what’s possible for them.Your OpportunityStantec’s Community Development team is growing in Atlantic Canada and we are leading an increasing amount number of exciting planning and development projects with multi-disciplinary and integrated service offerings. This includes projects in the private and public sectors such as redevelopment plans, new community and town center plans, housing studies, streetscape and infrastructure projects, and a variety of urban planning related projects.We are seeking a Planning and Public Consultation Specialist within our Community Development team ideally based in our Moncton, Halifax, Fredericton, or Charlottetown offices. The role spans a broad range of disciplines and would suit an individual who relishes project execution and delivery, working with multi-discipline collaborative teams and communities, helping to drive project outcomes, and has an eagerness to learn.Your focus in this role will be ensuring consistent and high-quality work and expertise to inform and offer value to our clients. You will also have opportunity to work on projects, interface with clients, and collaborate internally. As a 32,000-person interdisciplinary firm, the business and career opportunities within Stantec are extensive. While part of this larger team, your work will primarily be based within a collaborative planning and design team serving our Atlantic Canadian market.Your Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinating, preparing and delivering virtual and in-person engagement activities for project and business development work.Preparation of plans, supporting figures, and graphics using AutoCAD and other design software.Data management, statistical analysis, and other technical support tasks.Organize and support various virtual and in-person public engagement activities for project and business development work.Researching and compiling information on a variety of planning issues.Communicating and collaborating with other multi-disciplinary team members on relevant aspects of projects.QualificationsYour Capabilities and CredentialsKnowledge and experience in organizing and executing public consultation programs and events.Knowledge and experience of planning terminology, practices, procedures, standards and work methods in the Atlantic Region.Exhibits a high standard of quality, accuracy and attention to detail in design work.Ability to multi-task within specific time constraints.Excellent communication both written and oral, along with strong problem-solving skills. The ability to communicate in French would be considered an asset.Experience with Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop would be considered an asset.Education and ExperienceA University degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Political Science, Public Administration, Media and Communications or equivalent. Professional membership in a planning association is not required.Technical Diploma in Planning from a recognized Institute of Technology or College and experience in private and public sector community planning may also be considered.An understanding of a current version of AutoCAD/Civil 3D design software and Microsoft Office suite. Additional experience or knowledge of ArcGIS, 3D Studio, Rhino, Sketchup, etc. would be considered an asset.This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s):Salary Range(s):

• $67,200 – $97,500 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in PEI

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.Primary Location : Canada-Nova Scotia-DartmouthOther Locations : Canada-New Brunswick-Fredericton, Canada-New Brunswick-Moncton, Canada-Prince Edward Island-CharlottetownOrganization : BC-1604 CommDev-CA Ottawa ONEmployee Status : RegularJob Level : Individual ContributorTravel : Yes, 20 % of the TimeSchedule : Full-timeJob Posting : Mar 12, 2025, 2:28:12 PMReq ID: 2500010WStantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

Expected salary

$67200 – 97500 per year

Location

Dartmouth, NS

Job date

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 05:47:42 GMT

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