Junior Planner

Canacre’s core services focus on leadership in Environment and Land services throughout the project lifecycle. At Canacre, we emphasize continuous development and growth. Our commitment to investing in industry knowledge and the expertise of our teams sets us apart. Our goals are to provide technical leadership for greater regulatory understanding and certainty and to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, mitigating tomorrow’s environment, land and right-of-way risks today.
 
At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.

The Junior Planner coordinates the submission of various planning and permitting applications, prepares reports and schedules, communicates with client on planning and permitting deliverables, and liaises with municipalities and other government entities so that projects are completed on time and within scope.

This is a hybrid role based out of our Markham office.

• Bachelor's Degree and/or Postgraduate education in Urban Planning or a related discipline.
• Minimum 1 years of professional Planning or related experience.
• Experience or familiarity with infrastructure, renewable, telecommunications, and/or other right-of-way projects.
• Working knowledge of local land use approval processes, the Planning Act, and other related Provincial legislation and plans.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with an extremely keen attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to organize, set priorities and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced and changing work environment.
• A valid ‘G’ driver’s licence is required.

At Canacre, our benefits program is one of the ways in which we reinforce the value we place on employees and the role they play in helping us achieve our goals. Canacre offers comprehensive health and dental coverage, paid time off, and disability insurance. Other benefits include a RRSP employer matching program, Employee Assistance Program, flexible work arrangement and a variety of wellness programs.
Canacre is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Canacre complies with federal and state/provincial law governing non-discrimination in employment practices.

Given the volume of applications we typically receive, we are unable to respond to all applicants, however, you will be contacted if your experience is a suitable match with one of our upcoming projects. 

At Canacre, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of employment practices in each jurisdiction we operate in. We ensure that all employees are fairly compensated for their work, in accordance with the provisions outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Canada Labour Code.

We use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve review by the Hiring Manager. This job posting is to fill for an existing role.

Salary range: $45,000 - $60,000