Urban Planning Technician

Baird AE is a premier multidisciplinary architectural and, engineering and planning firm in Southwestern Ontario, Canada, with offices in Leamington, London, and Windsor.

Our firm is unwaveringly dedicated to providing our clients with outstanding design ideas and solutions, always keeping their unique needs and values at the forefront.

We achieve this through a modern combination of human needs, environmental guidance, client value, science and art. Our strategic solutions result from the close collaboration between our planning, architectural, and engineering, and planning teams, who constantly explore alternatives, share experiences, and envision new ways to solve the challenges of the built environment.

Our people are the foundation and the driving force behind our company. Our unique collaboration of Architects, Engineers, and Planners, and architects allows Baird AE to establish a modern approach to classic, contemporary, and consistent techniques.

Our mix of experienced specialists and new innovative professionals gives Baird AE a unique approach and advantage. Although our team comprises different facets of design, we all share a common passion for creativity and problem-solving.

Our talented staff, combined with our unwavering leadership in the industry, instils confidence in our clients, who trust us in all of the disciplines required of an Architectural, and Engineering, and Planning Firm.

Baird AE is seeking a PLANNING TECHNICIAN to join our team FULL TIME with a minimum of 2 years of experience to support our clients’ project in our LEAMINGTON, ON LOCATION.

The Planning Technician will provide crucial support to the Principal Planner and project teams in drafting concept plans, site plans, and other required documentation for development projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical understanding of planning processes, a working knowledge of legislation and guidelines, and proficiency in AutoCAD and other visualization tools.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Planning Technician Program (required).
• Minimum 2 years of technical planning work experience (required).
• Membership in the Canadian Association of Certified Planning Technicians (CACPT) - associate membership (required), designation preferred.

Technical Skills :

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, 3D Visualizations, and Presentation Graphics.
• Proficiency in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and related software.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in preparing documentation.
• Familiarity with Planning and Development processes, Building Legislation, Municipal and Provincial Guidelines, and Standards.
• Thorough understanding of Planning Legislation, Hierarchy of Planning Documents, Ontario’s Planning Act, and Provincial Policy Statement (PPS).
• Experience with Zoning By-laws, Official Plan policies, and other planning policy documents.
• Critical thinking and decision-making skills to resolve planning and development issues.
• Proactive problem-solving skills to assess project feasibility and compliance with regulations.
• Must have ability to communicate to all levels of management and with clients.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Highly motivated, strong interpersonal skills, enabling positive working relationships with diverse teams with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize multiple projects, and manage time effectively.
• Adaptability and flexibility to respond to changing project needs and timelines.

Responsibilities and Duties

The Planning Technician is responsible for but not limited to the following :

• Draft concept plans, site plans, draft plan of subdivisions, and other project-related documentation.
• Support project teams with report writing and documentation.
• Conduct technical assessments and data analysis for land use and development projects.
• Prepare and submit various planning and development applications for site plan approvals, zoning bylaw amendments, and minor variances.
• Liaise with clients, municipalities, and agencies for project coordination.
• Assist the Principal Planner in Lead and facilitating public consultation processes, including community meetings.
• Assist in coordinating multi-disciplinary project teams to deliver planning documents and reports.
• Review complex planning and development applications and provide detailed feedback.
• Provide development support to other disciplines as required.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure project requirements are met.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Benefits :

• Group Health benefits
• Paid time off

Schedule

Full-time, Monday to Friday

Location Requirement

Candidates must be able to reliably commute to or plan to relocate to Leamington, Ontario before starting work

Baird AE is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all people. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Only those we are interested in will be contacted.