Marketing Statement

A career at TransLink and our family of companies means working with people with a wide range of skills and perspectives, all teaming up towards a common goal: preserving and enhancing the region's world-envied quality of life. Together, we connect the region and enhance its livability by providing a sustainable transit and transportation network, embraced by our communities and people. At TransLink we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace, recognizing the unique value and skills every individual brings.

Looking for a excellent place to work where your contributions are valued and you can make a difference in a vibrant city? At TransLink, one of BC’s Top Employers, you'll help make Metro Vancouver a better place to live, built on transportation excellence. Put your future in motion!

Responsibilities

PRIMARY PURPOSE In pursuit of making the region a better place to live for everyone, built on transportation excellence, coordinates, facilitates and administratively supports Planning programs/projects.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Provides support on planning projects, including facilitating planning project activities, coordinating on work direction, facilitating and tracking document flow and project plans, participating in monitoring the achievement of milestones /deliverables, ensuring service and quality standards, budgets and project deliverables are in compliance with the project goals and objectives.

Compiles and tracks project and program budgets and expenditures, including assisting in redistributing and correcting budgets; coordinating to Finance for errors; assisting in the development of various capital processes. Reviews monthly variance report and prepares information for justification statements and reports on budget and variances as requested. Supports the annual project and/or divisional fiscal year end processes as requested.

Maintains and updates project reporting systems, including dashboards, metrics, measurements to support and monitor the design and delivery of the projects. Prepares information for regular and ad hoc reports for management and stakeholders on the project status. Collects and analyzes data for project progress and performance according to the defined standards and measurements.

Highlights critical issues for management and project managers according to defined policies, procedures, standards and guidelines.

Facilitates and coordinates bookings, agendas and logistics for meetings and workshops. Coordinates,



attends and participates in project-related meetings taking notes and preparing minutes as requested; including Steering Committee level meetings.

Coordinates and compiles information for internal and external correspondence, drafts, edits, public information materials, newsletters, websites, open houses, etc., and proofreads various documents. Prepares reports and delivers presentations to internal project teams when requested. Maintains appropriate confidentiality.

Coordinates information sharing with stakeholders and serves as a liaison to keep all parties updated appropriately throughout the project; communicates project progress updates to project managers and others as assigned. Collects information and feedback from external stakeholders and provide information as required.

Coordinates activities between the project team and external consultants/vendors; monitors and tracks contractor/vendor activities for timeliness and contract compliance; identifies issues to senior levels. Provides information on application of enterprise procurement policies, procedures, standards and protocols and coordinates with procurement staff when requested.

Identifies opportunities to integrate understanding of the lived experience and transportation needs of people and businesses in Metro Vancouver, and especially of disadvantaged and marginalized groups in plans/projects.

Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Typically requires 3 years of related experience and completion of a Certificate or Diploma in Business Management, Planning or a related field of study.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Working knowledge of project management standards and practice.

Good interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

Good verbal and written communication skills.

Good analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, to resolve issues of lower impact, risk, and complexity.

Solid technical skills in Microsoft Office software including Excel, PowerPoint and other project management tools.

Solid time management skills to balance and coordinate effort across multiple, concurrent activities and manage priorities to meet tight deadlines.

Working knowledge of transportation planning and practices is an asset.

Some formal project management training is an asset.

Sound knowledge of plans, products,



roles and responsibilities of government agencies is an asset

Other Information

Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions. This position is a temporary assignment covering a maternity leave for approximately 12 months and may be extended up to 18 months based on business needs.

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week. This is a full-time temporary position with an estimated end date of November 12, 2027.

Work Designation

Hybrid This position offers the flexibility of working both on-site and remotely within B.C.

Rate of Pay

The salary for this position ranges from $71,360 - $107,040 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role. We aim to provide competitive pay that reflects your professional background and expertise. We want to ensure our offer will align with your strengths considering experience, skills, and internal equity to offer a fair and equitable salary. The Total Compensation Package, which includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan upon eligibility as well as other employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses.

How to Apply

Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner of the page or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply for this position and view instructions on the process. INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.

Posting Date: August 26, 2026

Closing Date: Open until filled

Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.

Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TransLink is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at [email protected].

📌 Planning Projects Coordinator - FTT (Metro Vancouver)
🏢 TransLink
📍 Metro Vancouver