O2 is a collaborative practice that integrates landscape architecture, planning, and urban design. We are innovators in data-driven planning and design, integrating evidence-based solutions with creative expression and inclusive engagement. We challenge the conventional to create the exceptional.

 

With more than 30 years of experience, we are an interdisciplinary team that works collaboratively to build cities and landscapes that are beautiful, resilient, and equitable. Our firm works from offices in Calgary, Edmonton, and Toronto, functioning as one team. Our work seeks to understand the broader social, ecological, and cultural systems that create a successful place. We focus on delivering deeper, richer, and more sustainable planning and design solutions.

 

Our planning practice is a leading organization that specializes in shaping and building municipalities, cities, and communities with a strong commitment to public interest, economic development, and social responsibility. We work diligently to ensure sustainable and inclusive growth in the areas our projects are located.

 

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Municipal Planner to join our team. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the planning and policy application for the City of Toronto and surrounding Ontario regions. We encourage candidates who are passionate about planning theory, data gathering and analysis, decision making, participatory practices, and policy formulation to apply.

 

·        Prepares policy and best practices background reports with clear recommendations moving forward.

·        Develops land use policy pertaining to regional and/or municipal studies.

·        Develops and delivers project work plans, timelines and public engagement plans.

·        Liaises with clients and consultants and provides project management and planning advice under the guidance of an Associate or Principal.

·        Responds to and prepares proposals under the guidance of an Associate or Principal.

·        Collaborates with the O2 team across disciplines (planning, design, landscape, technical, data analytics) to complete deliverables and meet project expectations.

·        Embodies O2’s values and demonstrates a professional demeanor.

Candidates should have a Professional degree in Planning, or related field (ideally a Master’s degree) in addition to 5+ years prior work experience. An awareness of current planning legislation and industry standards is a must. Strong competencies in graphic programs (Adobe Creative Cloud) are required. Having an entrepreneurial mindset, high energy, innovative thinking and a dynamic approach to urban design and planning would make an ideal fit to our firm.

 

Interested applicants should submit the following:

 

·        This is a full-time salaried position.

·        O2 offers comprehensive and competitive employee benefits. 

·        O2 is an equal opportunity employer.

·        We are committed to achieving a workforce as diverse as Canada.

·        Due to the volume of interested applicants, we are not able to respond to all inquiries.

 

Please send your cover letter, CV via email with “Planner – Municipal” in the subject line to Human Resources at hr@o2design.com.