Malone Given Parsons is a recognized industry leader in planning consulting. We pride ourselves on our approachable and realistic manner of business.

We don’t take ourselves too seriously and believe that work should be fun, rewarding and upbeat. We embrace the business-casual lifestyle and maintain a low-key office atmosphere. Our staff members are all clever and innovative while also open, friendly and professional. We like to keep things simple, modern and contemporary around the office so that everyone can feel inspired to enjoy and embrace their work, no matter their role.

Our people are what has made us so successful over the years, and our team continues growing and improving with each passing year. We are always looking to add talented people to our team, please send a copy of your resume to hr@mgp.ca.

Available Positions

Junior and Intermediate Planners

MGP is an award-winning land use planning consultancy that offers a full range of planning, urban design, economic, and development management expertise to our public and private sector clients. We are seeking ambitious, self-motivated, organized, and results-oriented Junior and Intermediate Planners to join our team.

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At MGP you will have the opportunity to accelerate your career and professional development by assisting our teams on a broad range of projects, including master and secondary planning of complete communities, Provincial plan and policy interpretation, participation and input into municipal comprehensive reviews, land budgeting and geospatial analyses, urban design, development feasibility analyses, all forms of land development approvals under the Planning Act, and developer group management. The breadth of our work and the excellence we achieve provide an ideal workplace for aspiring career planners who desire growth and opportunities for advancement.

Our physical office is conveniently located near Highways 404, 407, in Markham. Our workplace also provides flexibility for working remotely through a hybrid-work environment, with staff in-office 2-3 days a week and as required for meetings.

At MGP, we value:

Leadership in the industry by providing superior planning knowledge and expertise,
Professionalism and excellence in our work – and the places we plan and design;
Mentorship and continuous professional learning to foster personal growth and career development;
Diversity of our staff and their perspectives;
Excellent client relationships and providing top-tier customer service;
Positive work-life balance to support the well-being of our staff;
A collaborative work environment where we strive for excellence while having fun in a collegial setting;
Supporting our communities through professional, social, and charitable contributions.

The Junior Planner position is ideally suited to professionals with a minimum of two years of broad experience with the planning system in southern Ontario. The Intermediate Planner position requires a minimum of three to five years of relevant planning experience. This experience should include an excellent working understanding of Provincial plans and policy statements and related Planning Act instruments, including official plans, zoning by-laws, and familiarity with development processes (official plan amendments, draft plans of subdivision, zoning by-law amendments, consents to sever, site plan and minor variances.)

Key Responsibilities:

Interpret and summarize provincial policy documents, regional and municipal Official Plans, zoning by-laws, and supporting studies;
Assist with the preparation of due diligence studies, planning opinion reports, draft official plan, and zoning by-law amendments;
Assist with the preparation and submission of complete development approval applications, and assist with the approvals process;
Work on short and long-term projects under the guidance of senior planners;
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams;
Produce high-quality deliverables for multiple concurrent projects;
Exhibit excellent professional judgment, time management, and problem-solving skills required to manage competing deadlines;
Establish and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, municipal and agency staff;
Attend public meetings and open houses, occasionally outside of regular business hours, as needed, in support of the lead project planner;
Assist with day-to-day management of project files and correspondence, including letters, memos, meeting minutes, and emails.

Key Qualifications

University degree in urban planning from an accredited planning program or equivalent;
Full or candidate membership in OPPI/CIP or eligible to be a member;
Registered Professional Planner (RPP) designation or working towards obtaining is considered an asset;
Familiarity with and knowledge of the Ontario planning system, including the Planning Act, provincial/municipal planning policies, related plans, and guidelines;
In-depth, academic knowledge of planning and design principles, methods, and best practices;
Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills;
Strong research and analytical skills, ability to read and interpret development plans;
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
Experience with public meetings and OLT hearing preparation is considered an asset;
Class “G” Driver’s License and regular access to a vehicle are necessary.

Please submit your cover letter and resume by March 1, 2024 to hr@mgp.ca. Please ensure your application (including any references or work samples) is saved in one single document in .doc or .pdf format.

We thank you for your interest in Malone Given Parsons Ltd however only those candidates selected for the interview process will be contacted.

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