WSP Canada Inc.

WSP is currently seeking a Registered Planner to join our Planning, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Design Studio, located in Kelowna.  The selected candidate will report on a day to day basis to Robert Fershau, Director for Western Canada and collaborate closely with Bob Evans (RPP MCIP FCSLA), our National Strategy and Business Development Leader. This position will position will provide you with the opportunity to participate in multi-disciplinary municipal and private sector projects in community and regional planning, urban design and land development focused on tourism, resort development and municipal planning.

• Project manage small to large planning projects, often leading a multidisciplinary team.
• Perform professional work related to a variety of planning, landscape architecture and urban design assignments;
• Planning policy and zoning interpretation/administration for municipal and land development clients;
• Research and development of planning studies and development applications;
• Prepare complex comprehensive plan amendments including official community plans, zoning bylaws, area structure plans, and neighbourhood plans;
• Act as a liaison between clients and approving authorities;
• Ability to effectively communicate with provincial government agencies, municipalities, private developers, special interest groups, organizations and institutions;
• Conduct research and prepare various technical reports on land use, social, and economic issues;
• Skills to speak to a diverse range of audiences from the general public to major community, business groups, and municipal Councils;
• Prepare proposals and other business development activities; and actively market our Planning capabilities.

• A degree in Community Planning, Urban Planning, Urban Design and / or related field;
• 5+ years of progressively responsible community planning related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience, preferably in the private sector setting;
• Full membership (or eligible for membership) in the Canadian Institute of Planners and Planning Institute of British Columbia;
• Demonstrated public consultation and engagement experience;
• Project and business development experience will set you apart from your peer group;
• Excellent time-management skills; and
• Excellent graphic, written and oral communication skills.

Please APPLY here: https://www.wsp.com/en-CA/careers/join-our-team.