(PLAA) Coordinator
- Toronto, ON, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of work-related experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Position Summary
Reports to: PLAA Lead
The Key Responsibilities Are
WORK ENVIRONMENT
FCC Canada Ltd. is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that all aspects of our recruitment and selection processes are accessible to individuals with disabilities. We offer reasonable accommodations upon request to support applicants throughout their journey with us. This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), affirming our ongoing efforts to provide a supportive and equitable environment for all.
This position is located in Toronto, ON.
We appreciate your interest; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes.
Reports to: PLAA Lead
The Key Responsibilities Are
- Establish and maintain working relationships with relevant Governmental Authorities and Stakeholders through the Contracting Authority Representative.
- Review project’s documents (drawings, reports, contract…) to identify permits & approvals requirements.
- Assist the PLAA Manager in scheduling, arranging, and coordinating of meetings with City and other external stakeholders.
- Have knowledge and/or experience with City’s different types of permits and the processes of obtaining them.
- Utilize the PLAA tracking system to track the progress of Permits & Approvals throughout the project.
- Utilize and maintain permit tracker to manage records of comments, responses, submissions, resubmissions of permit applications.
- Ensure that all plans and records relating to Permits, Licences, Approvals and Agreements are uploaded into registries as required by Governmental Authorities and Contracting Authority.
- Identify potential issues affecting Permits & Approvals, define mitigation measures and report to the PLAA Manager.
- Arrange, schedule, coordinate and align PLAA team’s objectives with interdisciplinary cross-functional working groups, including but not limited to Design teams, Consultants and Construction teams.
- Provide monthly input on various reports and spreadsheets on PLAA’s progress.
- Monitor and track documents related to Lands, Property and Access for the entire Project.
- Negotiate with prospective property owners in the vicinity of the project to secure Permit to Enter for testing and technical investigation.
- Work integrally with PLAA team to achieve objectives and provide coverage for the team members as needed.
- Minimum of 5 years of work-related experience.
- A bachelor's or advanced degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in urban planning, engineering, environmental studies, architecture, or a combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent.
- Possession of professional designations such as PMP, BCIN, OPPI, OAA, PEO, or OACETT is considered an asset.
- Demonstrate excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and Bluebeam.
- Highly developed interpersonal and excellent communication skills to deal with complex multi-disciplinary issues.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple and changing priorities.
- Working knowledge of design and construction industry practices is essential.
- Sound knowledge of regulatory requirements, third-party permits, and approval processes, as well as environmental and property approvals pertinent to large projects.
- Sound judgment, excellent problem-solving abilities, and exceptional attention to details
- Experience with OBC and the Toronto Building Inspection process is considered an asset.
- Working knowledge of land development principles, regulations, and practices is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of and experience acquiring permits, licenses, and approval requirements for major infrastructure and transit infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, procedures, and permit requirements, including the Ontario Water Resources Act, Building Code, Planning Act (Ontario), Metrolinx Act, 2006 (Ontario), Municipal Act (Ontario), railway corridor infrastructure, and related construction projects.
- Ability to liaise with other specialty consultants, contractors, and Governmental Authorities.
- Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects, preferably in the Province of Ontario.
- Prior experience in a similar capacity or with working in or with the City of Toronto and Ontario Government would be an asset.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
FCC Canada Ltd. is dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that all aspects of our recruitment and selection processes are accessible to individuals with disabilities. We offer reasonable accommodations upon request to support applicants throughout their journey with us. This commitment is in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), affirming our ongoing efforts to provide a supportive and equitable environment for all.
This position is located in Toronto, ON.
We appreciate your interest; however, only qualified candidates will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team. We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Coordinate permits, approvals, and related documentation across the project, maintaining relationships with government authorities, stakeholders, and project teams. Track progress and risks, support reporting and meetings, and coordinate land, property, and access matters, including negotiating permits to enter.
Requirements
Requires at least five years of relevant experience and a bachelor's or advanced degree in urban planning, engineering, environmental studies, architecture, or equivalent education and experience. Candidates should have knowledge of design and construction practices, regulatory and third-party approval processes, and major infrastructure projects, along with strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Skills
- Permit And Approval Coordination
- Stakeholder Relations
- Government Liaison
- Permit Tracking
- Regulatory Compliance
- Project Coordination
- Document Management
- Risk Mitigation
- Land And Property Access
- Negotiation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- SharePoint
- Bluebeam
- Communication
- Problem-Solving
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Categories
- Construction
- Management & Leadership
- Engineering
- Government & Public Sector
Keywords
- Permits
- Approvals
- Licences
- Agreements
- Governmental Authorities
- Stakeholder Relations
- Contracting Authority
- Permit Tracker
- SharePoint
- Bluebeam
- Microsoft Office
- Design And Construction
- Infrastructure Projects
- Transit Infrastructure
- Land Development
- Property Access
- Permit To Enter
- Ontario Building Code
- Toronto Building Inspection Process
- Ontario Water Resources Act
- Planning Act
- Metrolinx Act, 2006
- Municipal Act
- Environmental Approvals
- Third-Party Permits
- Project Coordination
- Risk Mitigation
- PMP
- BCIN
- OPPI