Junior Urban Planner at Cima Canada Inc

Calgary, Alberta, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Urban Planning, Research, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Data Analysis, Land Use Planning, Zoning Regulations, Project Management, Community Engagement, Municipal Governance, Planning Legislation, MS Office 365, GIS, Business Development, Problem Solving

Industry

Engineering Services

Description

Company Description Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to. Welcome to people with an inspiring vision of the future and challenge seekers. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to. Welcome to CIMA+ Job Description Our B&A Studios team has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Urban Planner to join them in the downtown Calgary office. As part of CIMA+, B&A Studios combines its recognized expertise in planning, design, and community engagement with the breadth of CIMA+’s engineering and consulting services. This creates unique opportunities for our employees to work on impactful projects that shape communities across Canada. By joining our team, you will benefit from the creativity and collaborative spirit of B&A along with the scale, resources, and growth potential offered by CIMA+, one of the country’s leading multidisciplinary firms. The Urban Planner is responsible for supporting the creation of plans and policies that guide the development, zoning, and management of land in cities and regions. This role focuses on developing your career as a planner and offers many opportunities for professional growth through hands-on planning experience. Working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, the Urban Planner contributes to high-quality, innovative, and practical planning solutions that serve a wide range of clients and project types. Responsibilities: Manages urban planning projects under the supervision of a Senior Planner, Associate, or Partner. Conducts research on urban development trends, demographics, and land use. Develops land use plans, zoning regulations, and policies. Writes proposals and prepares reports with oversight from a Senior Planner. Creates plans that address housing, transportation, infrastructure, and environmental concerns in partnership with other teams and disciplines. Collects and analyzes data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting land use, projects future community needs, and prepares narrative reports. Acts as a project team liaison and monitors project performance (deadlines, budget, deliverables). Identifies and recommends business development opportunities. Applies knowledge of municipal governance structures, planning legislation, standards, and practices. Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills. Works on diverse projects across several different service areas. Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience as an urban/community planning professional. Accredited undergraduate degree in Urban Planning or a related field. Membership or candidate membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP); RPP designation (or eligibility) is considered an asset. Knowledge of urban planning theories, zoning laws, municipal governance, and land development processes. Familiarity with MS Office 365, GIS, and database systems is considered an asset. Strong research, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work independently while collaborating in an interdisciplinary team environment. Additional Information Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.). In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment. Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request. Find out about The CIMA+ advantage - CIMA+.

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Responsibilities

The Junior Urban Planner will manage urban planning projects under supervision, conduct research on urban development trends, and develop land use plans and policies. This role involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to create innovative planning solutions for various clients and project types.