JUNIOR PLANNER

Over the last 44 years, Weston Consulting has become a leader in land use planning
and urban design, serving the public and private sectors throughout the Greater Toronto
and Hamilton Area in Ontario. Due to our on-going contribution to the built environment
and our commitment to our clients, we are looking to grow our team through the addition of
a Junior Planner.

Mission Statement

Creating sustainable communities together through resilient and engaging solutions.

Core Values
• Integrity - Culture of Integrity, Professionalism and Trust
• Teamwork - Working Together in a Structure of Accountability, Results and Reward
• Develop - Recruit, Develop and Support the Best Talent
• Engagement - Giving Back to the Community, the Industry and the Planet
• Client Focus - Client Value and Management

At Weston, you will have the opportunity to work within a multi-skilled team on a variety of
projects that focus on housing, master plans and secondary plans, commercial and industrial
developments, and urban infill. You will collaborate with our internal and sub-consultant
teams as well as developers, builders, stakeholders, and residents to obtain various land
use planning approvals throughout (and beyond) the Province of Ontario. These experiences
will provide you with countless opportunities to further your objectives for career growth while
contributing to the success of the firm.

Your Responsibilities, under the guidance of the Team Lead, and other senior staff,
will include:
• Maintaining on-going correspondence with clients and with other consultants
• Assisting with the preparation, monitoring and processing of Planning Act applications
• Organizing, preparing, and attending client and sub-consultant meetings
• Researching and investigating files as directed
• Assisting in the preparation of hearing materials
• Preparation of letters, reports, memos, and presentations
• Coordinating with the Design, Proposal, Accounting and Administrative Teams

You will bring:
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills that will assist you in generating successful
results
• The ability to communicate effectively with the project team, city staff, clients, and
members of the public
• Strong teamwork, organization and collaboration skills
• The ability to hold oneself accountable while maintaining integrity and professionalism
• Knowledge of the Ontario Planning System, including relevant legislation and the
development approval process
• Knowledge of the Local Planning Appeal Tribunal is an asset
• Provisional or pre-candidate membership with OPPI
• Bachelor’s or Graduate degree with a specific focus in Planning and Land Development
• Some planning or related experience is an asset
• Valid G-class driver’s license with daily access to a vehicle

At Weston, we support each other as a team, through various company-wide events. We are
committed to assisting individuals with personal and professional growth through our active
student recruitment and mentorship program.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities, access to resources and fair treatment
of all individuals. All voices, thoughts and ideas hold value and we seek to make sure that
they are encouraged and heard. We strive to create a workplace that reflects and celebrates
diversity and encourages members of equity-seeking groups to self-identify in their cover
letters.

If you require accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, please let us know
of your needs in advance by contacting us directly.
Please submit your cover letter, resume and portfolio, in confidence, via email to Kyla Aly-Rigby at [email protected]. Please limit the size of the portfolio to 5mb, and
list your name and the role you are applying for in the subject line.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will
be contacted