– Halifax, NS

Hiring Manager : Bob Warren (Site Acquisition Manager)

TEP Canada is seeking a full-time Municipal Planning and Permitting Specialist in Halifax, NS. In this role, you will serve as an integral member of our Site Acquisition and Permitting Team. TEP Canada offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation, and RSP matching that will truly assist you in planning for the future. Moreover, we believe in rewarding employees' hard work in addition to providing a fun learning environment.

Job Summary
Municipal Planning and Permitting Specialist facilitates the attainment of all concurrence and approvals required for proposed new communications installations in a given municipality and acts as the bridge between the client, the project team and local government agencies.

Typical Duties

Research communication facility siting requirements for new proposed sites

Contact and establish rapport with key individuals in local jurisdictions to determine permitting and submittal requirements

Work with internal and external resources to source all required information and documentation for submissions

Prepare and submit complex applications to municipal, provincial and/or federal government agencies

Occasionally attend zoning board hearings, city council meetings, or planning commission reviews to present projects and answer community or board questions

Monitor the status of submitted applications, manage timelines, and expedite where possible to prevent project delays

Calculate and process permitting fees associated with applications

Track tasks and progress in a systematic way, providing timelines for completion

Provide regular updates and attend update calls/meetings as required





Manage all project documentation in an organized and systematic way

Proactively and concisely communicate with all stakeholders in a timely fashion

Required Education, Experience and Skills

Bachelor’s Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Public Administration, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field

2 to 5 years of experience in municipal planning, site acquisition, or construction permitting (with experience specifically dealing with cell tower sites, fiber optics, or utility infrastructure being highly desirable)

A proven track record of successfully navigating local zoning laws, municipal ordinances, and building code requirements across multiple jurisdictions

Expertise in compiling complex, multi-layered application packages and drafting formal requests for variances, special use permits, or zoning appeals.

Excellent interpersonal skills to create alignment between multi-disciplinary internal teams and external stakeholders

Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation (or eligibility for RPP certification) with Licensed Professional Planners Association of Nova Scotia (LPPANS) is highly desired

Essential Abilities and Traits

Teachable spirit and a positive, team player attitude

Ability to independently analyze and solve problems in a timely fashion

Demonstrated ability to advance projects independently with little direct oversight

Robust technical, written, and verbal communication skills

Strong experience with Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word & PowerPoint mainly)

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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📌 Municipal Planning and Permitting Specialist (Nova Scotia)
🏢 TEP
📍 Nova Scotia