Town Planner Technician at AECOM

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About the Business Line Architecture

We help shape the world around us — from high-rise buildings to educational, cultural, research and transportation facilities. Our design process is based on energy-efficient building systems, and appropriate selection of materials and form to maximize environmental conditions and long-term performance.

Job Summary This is a technical planning position with a focus on Development Planning. You will perform varied duties at the Front Counter and in the Area Planning & Development Division.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Providing information services, including by-law and policy interpretation and advice related to planning and development.
• Communicating with the public, applicants, agents, external agencies and departments.
• Preparing reports and correspondence on development applications.
• Acting as a resource to Planning Operations Clerks in carrying out their duties and provide technical assistance in carrying out other planning duties including research, data collection and tabulation.
• The Planning Technician must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and clients and have good communication, written and oral presentation skills be proficient in a wide variety of relevant computer applications. Some knowledge of planning principles, as well as the Local Government Act, Surrey by-laws, regulations, policies, procedures and standards applicable to planning and development are required.

Minimum Requirements

• Previous work experience in the planning field is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in planning, geography, economics, commerce, political science or a related field from a recognized post-secondary educational institution.