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Arcadis is seeking a Junior Planner who will be supporting the Intermediate/Senior Planner within a multi-disciplinary team of professionals on the Yonge North Subway Extension (YNSE) and Scarborough Subway Extension (SSE). Under the direction of the Intermediate/Senior Planner, you will carry out tasks required for background research for planning due diligence and policy analysis in the preparation of planning reports and memos, assisting in public consultations, and providing analysis on development application reviews. You will collaborate with our internal and sub-consultant teams, as well as Infrastructure Ontario, Metrolinx, developers, and other stakeholders throughout the duration of the YNSE/SSE project. In addition to YNSE/SSE projects, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety and scale of land development projects that include low to high-rise residential, master plans, commercial and industrial, and urban infill. Your experience at Arcadis will provide you with many opportunities for professional and career growth while contributing to the success of the company.Most of the things you’ll work on:Your responsibilities, reporting under the Intermediate/Senior Planner and other senior staff, will include: Responsible for assignments related to YNSE/SSE projects, analyzing and making recommendations through reports and memos;Coordination with internal and external consultants on development review applications.May also be assigned to handle other duties within the Arcadis Planning Practice, including the processing of development applications and project coordination;Assembly and collection of data, and preparation of reports and documents related to the projectAssist in preparation of planning due diligence reports and highest and best use studies;Participating in all meetings and coordinating efforts with undertaking the project;Collaborate with other professionals, such as architects, engineers, and other various contractors, to ensure that the design of development proposals is in line with planning policies and regulations. What we are looking for:Minimum 1+ year of related work experience with an undergraduate degree, preferably in Urban Planning or related field;Eligible for membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) or Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) is preferred;Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat;Energetic self-starter with excellent research, writing, analytical thinking and communication skills;Knowledge of land use planning, urban design, and municipal policy and processes; Experience in development planning and preparing official plan/zoning by-law amendments will be considered an asset;Project management and coordination experience including experience working on large projects will be considered an asset;Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including government officials, community members, and developers; and Knowledge of Building Transit Faster Act, 2020 (BTFA) and Transit-Oriented Communities Act, 2020 is an assetFamiliarity with Adobe CS in particular Adobe InDesign is an asset.Additional InformationWhy You Should Work for Arcadis IBI Group:Our employees will find a design environment where collaboration is at the core of the business. We proudly support our team members through continuing education, completion of licenses and certifications, memberships in professional societies, seminar and conference attendance.Competitive Base Salary based on industry standardsRobust Extended + Medical BenefitsParticipation in Incentives ProgramRemote Work Options or Hybrid WFH-Office Schedule depending on the needs of the business Coverage of Licensing Fees and Annual Dues to Professional AssociationsProfessional Development & Self Directed Learning ResourcesAs part of Arcadis IBI Group's selection process, candidates may be requested to consent to background checks relevant to the role under consideration for, prior to receiving a job offer. These could include: work references, education and credential confirmation, employment verification, identity check, credit report, criminal offence and driver’s license record. Other Important Information:We request applicants submit RESUME highlighting relevant work experience; please limit PDF files to 10MB. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Arcadis IBI Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-CF