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Senior Planner
@ McElhanney Ltd.
Overview
McElhanney Ltd. is hiring a Senior Planner for its Alberta planning practice, based anywhere in Alberta, as a full-time permanent role. The work covers land development, municipal policy and subdivision and land use bylaw approvals, with interim team leadership and mentoring of junior staff. The posting states a salary of $115,000 to $135,000 per year, a bonus plan and a designation as a safety sensitive position.
Pay:
$115,000–$135,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Gérer des projets de planification communautaire, d'analyse de politiques et d'études d'utilisation des terres
- Gérer le processus d'approbation des lotissements, aménagements et règlements de zonage
- Diriger le développement commercial auprès des clients
- Encadrer et mentorer le personnel de planification
Requirements summary:
- 10 ans et plus d'expérience en planification communautaire et d'utilisation des terres
- Maîtrise en urbanisme ou domaine connexe
- Expérience des processus d'approbation et de planification municipale
- Connaissance de la législation provinciale en aménagement
Tools & skills
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 10+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Canadian Institute of Planners membership |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Master’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Urban Planning, Urban Design |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Generous parental leave, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Stock or equity |
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McElhanney Ltd.
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Full company description
Established in 1910, McElhanney is an employee-owned company that provides geomatics, engineering, geospatial, planning, landscape architecture, environmental services, and more. We have 30+ locations across Western Canada and a specialty satellite office in Florida (USA), to service cities, communities & parks, energy & resources, and transportation sectors. We operate locally in the communities where we live and work and share staff resources from across our company. At McElhanney, we work closely with our clients and partners and take on their challenges like they’re our own. Our clients choose us because of our commitment to safety and quality service, because our relationships are rooted in trust, and because our capable teams have the grit and skill to tackle challenging problems. We value hiring and keeping great people, attaining operational excellence, and delivering outstanding work to our valued clients. It’s what drives us forward every day. Our team has won over 100 project and professional awards since 2000 alone. McElhanney is proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm, recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, COR Workplace Safety certified, and ISO 9001:2015 standard certified.
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- Other recorded names
- McElhanney
- Specialties
- Engineering (Civil
- Municipal
- Bridge
- Transportation)
- Traffic Analysis
- Environmental Assessment
- Land Survey
- Legal Survey
- Aerial Photogrammetry
- LiDAR
- Land Use Planning
- and Landscape Architecture
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Established in 1910, McElhanney is an employee-owned company that provides geomatics, engineering, geospatial, planning, landscape architecture, environmental services, and more. We have 30+ locations across Western Canada and a specialty satellite office in Florida (USA), to service cities, communities & parks, energy & resources, and transportation sectors. We operate locally in the communities where we live and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Professional Services |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, BC |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1910 |
| Specialties | Engineering (CivilMunicipalBridgeTransportation)Traffic AnalysisEnvironmental AssessmentLand SurveyLegal SurveyAerial PhotogrammetryLiDAR |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 109 |
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About McElhanney
Based in Western Canada for over 110 years, McElhanney offers innovative and practical engineering, surveying, mapping, planning, landscape architecture, and environmental services. As a 100% employee-owned and operated firm, with over 1,500 staff members in 31 locations, we are proud to offer qualified staff with shareholding options in our company. At McElhanney, we work in teams to build strong connections with our staff, clients, and local communities. Our employees enjoy working here because of our varied projects, high levels of autonomy, opportunities for career development, excellent total compensation and benefits package, and collaborating with a team of great professionals.
The Opportunity
McElhanney's Planning practice in Alberta is seeking a Senior Planner to join its team. Supporting vibrant, livable communities is a key focus for McElhanney across Western Canada, and our Planning teams play an active role in laying the groundwork for complex, interdisciplinary projects that help shape the way we live. This is a full-time, permanent position, and the successful candidate may be based anywhere in Alberta.
The successful individual will contribute to a diverse range of land development and municipal policy initiatives. Our Planning work extends into other jurisdictions in Eastern British Columbia and Saskatchewan. We are looking for a collaborative and entrepreneurial professional who is passionate about community building and navigating development approval processes to deliver successful outcomes for clients.
What You’ll Do
- Support and help build the planning practice in Alberta, while coordinating with planning teams in other branches to ensure excellent project delivery.
- Lead business development efforts with new, existing, and key clients.
- Liaise with clients, project stakeholders, various levels of government, and sub-consultants, while developing strategic partnerships.
- Manage projects involving community planning, policy analysis, and land use studies.
- Manage the approval process for subdivision, development, and land use bylaw applications.
- Provide interim leadership to the Alberta Planning team for a defined term, including staff mentorship, workload coordination, and project oversight.
- Mentor and develop junior and intermediate planning staff through technical guidance, coaching, and professional development opportunities.
What You’ll Bring
- 10+ years of community and land use planning experience; public and private sector experience is an asset.
- Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Urban Design, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in land development approval and municipal planning processes.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering practical, innovative solutions.
- Knowledge of provincial planning legislation, and a willingness to learn surrounding local government policies and bylaw requirements.
- Technical and policy writing expertise.
- Ability to prepare and execute Public Engagement strategies.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume environment.
- CAD experience and technical ability with ArcView, Adobe Illustrator and other GIS or graphics programs.
- Eligibility for membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners.
- Valid driver’s license required
In addition to the Senior Planner role, there is a temporary opportunity for the successful candidate to serve as Team Lead during a maternity leave coverage period.
What Can We Offer You?
The salary range for this position is $115,000 - $135,000 per annum. McElhanney offers fair compensation that is commensurate with the individual’s education, experience, skills, and professional qualifications. The posted base salary/wage range is representative of the required level of qualifications and experience for the position as noted in the job posting. The salary offered will be based on the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
- Work-Life Harmony: Balance your personal and professional commitments. Flexible hours to fit your lifestyle.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Maternity and parental leave top up program, health and dental coverage, RRSP matching, and Employee & Family Assistance Program.
- Safe & Inclusive Workplace: A culture of respect and inclusion for all.
- Compensation: Attractive total compensation package including a generous bonus plan and share ownership potential.
- Professional Development: Reimbursement for dues, educational assistance, mentorship program, workshops, and committee involvement.
- Career Progression: Support and mentorship to shape a career path that fits your goals.
- Relocation Support: Financial assistance if applicable.
This role is designated as a safety sensitive position.
Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
At McElhanney, our unwavering commitment lies in cultivating a culture that aligns with our core values and fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the collective achievements of a team rich in expertise, experiences, and perspectives, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse ethnicities, religions, backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, aboriginal statuses, various age groups, and those with disabilities. Requests for accommodations can be made at any stage of the selection process. If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements outlined. We’re interested in getting to know you and explore the unique contributions you can bring to McElhanney!
If this is the opportunity for you, apply now or visit www.mcelhanney.com/careers to learn more. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Learn more about our recognition here: McElhanney Requalifies as a Gold Standard Best Managed Company!
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Our Purpose: Amaze our clients. Care for our communities. Empower our people.
McElhanney is aware of activities where individuals have received fraudulent job offers. Please be advised that McElhanney will not ask applicants for any form of monetary exchange at any point in the recruitment process. To learn more visit: www.mcelhanney.com/careers/fraud-warning. The disclosure of your information in accordance with this Policy and applicable law, including to third party service providers may result in your personal information being transferred outside of Canada, including to the United States. Such transferred personal information may be subject to the laws of these other countries and the laws of other countries regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information may be different from the laws of Canada.
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