Planner / Engagement Specialist
Cima+
Lead planning and engagement projects, develop policies, and facilitate stakeholder participation.
4 days ago ago
C$67,440 - C$92,730
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
3,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy and Power
Industry and Resources
Buildings
Project Management
Operational Technologies and Solutions
Infrastructure
Transportation
Earth and Environment
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Healthcare
Water
Manufacturing
Residential
Role
What you would be doing
land use
policy development
research analysis
stakeholder engagement
report production
client presentation
- Contribute to the continued growth of our Vancouver studio by supporting business development initiatives, proposal writing, and client relationships as your career progresses.
- Present findings and recommendations to clients, Councils, Committees, and community groups in both written and verbal formats.
- Lead and support a diverse range of projects including land use planning, policy development, community planning, and engagement strategy.
- Collaborate within interdisciplinary project teams that include planners, designers, engineers, and engagement specialists to deliver integrated, high-quality work.
- Help develop clear, visually compelling materials such as reports, presentations, and graphics that communicate ideas effectively to a range of audiences.
- Prepare and contribute to planning documents, bylaws, policies, and land use frameworks, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with client objectives.
- Collaborating with professionals across Canada on projects that shape communities of all sizes.
- Coordinate and deliver public and stakeholder engagement activities such as workshops, open houses, focus groups, surveys, and online engagement campaigns, ensuring inclusive and meaningful participation.
- Contributing to projects that matter - from transformative urban redevelopments to forward-thinking greenfield communities.
- Conduct and interpret planning research, policy analysis, demographic data, and market trends to inform planning recommendations.
What you bring
gis
adobe
iap2
planning degree
project coordination
3+ years
- A solid understanding of planning legislation, policy development, and municipal approval processes in British Columbia.
- Excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging materials for diverse audiences.
- Experience with GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, or other visualization and mapping tools is considered an asset.
- Detail-oriented yet able to see the big picture, balancing strategic insight with technical execution.
- Demonstrated experience designing, coordinating, and facilitating engagement activities. Candidates with IAP2 training or certification are preferred.
- Proven project coordination and client communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and deliverables.
- A degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Geography, Environmental Design, Economics or a related field.
- Confident engaging with clients, stakeholders, and community members, and comfortable facilitating discussions in both public and virtual settings.
- Curious, adaptable, and solutions-oriented with a natural ability to connect ideas across disciplines.
- 3+ years of professional experience in planning, ideally within a consulting or multidisciplinary environment.
- Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and national collaboration through CIMA+.
- Enjoying a workplace that offers flexible work arrangements, competitive compensation, professional development support, and a culture rooted in collaboration and respect.
- Having the opportunity to lead, influence, and grow in a design studio that is entering its next exciting phase of evolution.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1990
Year Established
The company was established in the early 1990s, laying the foundation for its growth into a leading consulting firm.
40+ Offices
Geographic Reach
Operates a widespread network across Canada, supporting both local and national projects.
60% Green Revenue
Sustainability Focus
Significantly contributes to environmentally friendly projects, emphasizing sustainable practices.
CAD 350M Revenue
Financial Scale
Achieved substantial revenue, cementing its position as one of Canada's largest consulting firms.
- From modest beginnings, it grew into a multidisciplinary firm delivering both local and national projects.
- It operates over 40 offices across Canada, offering integrated consulting across engineering disciplines.
- Services span energy, infrastructure, transport, buildings, environmental, geotechnical, and digital systems.
- Typical projects include major infrastructure, urban development, environmental restoration, and complex transit systems.
- CIMA+ has reinforced its scope through strategic acquisitions like C3 Water, Eramosa and MidSea Engineering.
- It stands out for its employee-shareholder model, fostering commitment and entrepreneurial drive.
- Continuously expanding presence and innovating in project delivery and digital technology integration.
- Ethics and integrity
- Team spirit
- Excellence
- Entrepreneurship
- Social responsibility
GHG Reduction
Carbon Emissions Drop
Achieved a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from 6,160 tCO₂eq in 2019 to 4,460 tCO₂eq in 2023.
62% Green Revenues
Revenue Breakdown
62% of total annualized gross revenues in 2023 were generated from 'Green Revenues'.
$500,000 Grant
Decarbonization Solutions
Allocated a $500,000 grant to model zero-emission freight transport solutions.
2030 Deadline
Electric Fleet Transition
Target to transition the entire vehicle fleet to electric by 2030.
- Annual GHG inventories using 2019 as baseline, covering Scopes 1, 2, 3
- Centre of Excellence for Sustainability (CES) established to drive ESG initiatives
- Financial planning dedicated to decarbonization efforts
- Lifecycle management of IT assets emphasizing extended use, eco-friendly recycling and cloud solutions
$25K Scholarship Agreement
Indigenous Student Support
Long-term financial commitment to support Indigenous students through a five-year agreement with Indspire.
$1K Scholarship Awarded
Kiuna College Student
Financial support provided to a deserving Indigenous student at Kiuna College.
$2K Scholarship Awarded
Female Engineering Student
Recognition and support for a female engineering student at IngénieurE au Féminin Conference.
Parity Certification
Gender Equality Achievement
Awarded Canada’s first Parity Certification for achieving gender equality in governance.
- EDI Framework based on three pillars: increase fairness, diversifying talent, create an affirming culture
- Led by Senior EDI Advisor, includes Reconciliation Action Plan
- Partnered with EngiQueers Canada for training and professional network development
- Focus groups conducted on International Women’s Rights Day across Canadian offices
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