Permits, Licenses, and Approvals Coordinator

WSP

  • Toronto, ON
  • Permanent
  • Temps-plein
  • Il y a 17 jours
Job Category: PlanningJob Description:The Opportunity:The Permits, Licenses, and Approvals Coordinator (PLA coordinator) will support the Lead and coordinate the permitting, licensing, and approval processes for various projects within the Ontario Urban Planning team at WSP. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong coordination and problem-solving skills to ensure timely and efficient acquisition of necessary permits and approvals, while maintaining compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.Why choose WSP?
  • We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
  • Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
  • A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
  • Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
  • Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
  • A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.#WeAreWSPWhat you can expect to do here:
  • Permitting and Licensing: Support and coordinate the process of obtaining all necessary permits and licenses for projects, ensuring compliance with local, provincial, and federal regulations.
  • Approval Support: Support the approval process for projects, coordinating with relevant authorities and stakeholders to secure timely approvals.
  • Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with internal teams, clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies to facilitate smooth project execution.
  • Documentation: Prepare and maintain detailed records of all permits, licenses, and approvals, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential risks related to permits, licenses, and approvals, and develop mitigation strategies to address them.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Stay updated on changes in regulations and standards, ensuring all projects comply with the latest requirements.
  • Reporting: Provide regular updates to the Lead and leadership team on the status of permits, licenses, and approvals, highlighting any issues or delays.
What you'll bring to WSP:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in permitting, licensing, and approvals, preferably within the planning or construction industry.
  • Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills; proficiency in project management software and tools.
  • Certifications: Registered Professional Planner (or working towards certification as a candidate) is mandatory. Relevant certifications in project management or regulatory compliance are a plus.
  • Project Management: Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
  • Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth understanding of local, provincial, and federal regulations related to permits, licenses, and approvals.
  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels.
About Us:WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.At WSP:
  • We value our people and our reputation
  • We are locally dedicated with international scale
  • We are future focused and challenge the status quo
  • We foster collaboration in everything we do
  • We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please

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