Director of Human Resources & Administration at Tandem Group Consulting Solutions Baird AE is seeking an Urban Planner to support our growing portfolio of land development and municipal planning projects across Ontario. The successful candidate will work closely with planners, engineers, architects, and municipal staff to assist in preparing, reviewing, and managing planning applications and supporting documents for development proposals. University degree in Urban/Regional Planning or a related field.

Minimum 5 years of progressive professional planning experience in land use planning/development projects in either consulting or municipal work experience, including direct interaction with clients and municipalities.

Experience with preparing and managing planning and development applications. Strong understanding of Ontario’s planning framework. Demonstrated capability in public consultation, stakeholder engagement, and presenting complex planning projects. Proficiency with planning & visualization tools (GIS, AutoCAD, 3D visualization, presentation graphics). Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.

Experience at the Ontario Land Tribunal is an asset.



Lead the preparation and submission of planning and development applications. Act as primary planning contact for clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies.

Prepare planning reports, rationale/justification studies, policy analysis, and technical documentation. Ensure proposals align with legislation, policy and sustainability objectives. Technical & Strategic Planning Provide expert advice on complex planning issues; identify and resolve policy/regulatory conflicts.

Support land use feasibility analyses, land use and development assessments. Incorporate and advance sustainability and environmental guidance in planning projects. Facilitate public consultation and community engagement: prepare materials, lead sessions, and address concerns. help build capacity within the planning discipline.

Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams to deliver planning-related deliverables (concept/site plans, reports) on time and to budget. Participate in site assessments, field work, and data collection as needed. Assist through construction/implementation phases when planning input is required.

Prospect to work on diverse development projects across Southwestern Ontario. Mid-Senior level Full-time Administrative Architecture and Planning #

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