Senior Planner, Land Development
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 14, 2026. WSP scores B on the Alion truth index.
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The Opportunity
Build the Future With Us
Help shape vibrant communities across Calgary and Western Canada by leading planning initiatives that support responsible land development and private-sector growth. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you'll contribute to projects that influence how people live, work, and connect while helping clients navigate complex planning and development processes.
Your Impact
- Lead planning and development applications for a diverse portfolio of private-sector land development projects.
- Advise clients on municipal policy, land use planning, development approvals, and regulatory processes.
- Build strong relationships with developers, municipalities, Indigenous communities, and key stakeholders.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams to deliver integrated planning solutions.
- Prepare and review planning reports, policy analyses, development applications, and supporting documentation.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen client partnerships and support business development initiatives.
- Present recommendations to municipal councils, committees, stakeholders, and clients with confidence and clarity.
- Mentor junior planning professionals and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
The Skills That Set You Apart
- 7+ years of progressive professional planning experience with a focus on land development and private-sector projects.
- Strong understanding of municipal planning legislation, development processes, statutory plans, and policy frameworks.
- Demonstrated experience managing development permit, subdivision, land use redesignation, and planning approval processes.
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships within the development industry.
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and balancing multiple priorities in a consulting environment.
- Excellent written, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Fluency in both English and Mandarin (written and spoken) is considered a strong asset.
- Membership, or eligibility for membership, with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP) and Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI) is considered an asset.
Why Choose WSP?
Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
- Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
- A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
- Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
- Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
Compensation
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 - $138,000
MB & ON: $95,000 - $130,800
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $94,100 - $124,900
Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Ready to Shape Communities?
Bring your planning expertise, development industry knowledge, and Mandarin language capabilities to a team that is helping create thriving communities across the region. If you're passionate about partnering with clients, navigating complex planning challenges, and making a lasting impact on the built environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help shape the future of land development at WSP.