Canacre's core services focus on leadership in Environment and Land services throughout the project lifecycle. At Canacre, we emphasize continuous development and growth. Our commitment to investing in industry knowledge and the expertise of our teams sets us apart. Our goals are to provide technical leadership for greater regulatory understanding and certainty and to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, mitigating tomorrow's environment, land and right-of-way risks today.

At Canacre, we act with honesty and integrity within a culture where trust, collaboration, and teamwork flourish. We commit to diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of successes. Our vision is to foster an environment that promotes inspired and empowered team members who make an impact.

The Planning Manager, Transmission and Right of Way will be responsible for evaluating federal, state/provincial, and local municipal permitting requirements to support construction of transmission infrastructure projects. This role will work on our client's projects, leading the permitting efforts for these projects and other infrastructure @types.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serves as a subject matter expert and provides technical expertise and judgment to resolve issues.

Prepares and submits permit applications and renewals.

Maintains current knowledge on laws and regulations and a working knowledge on the scientific and technical aspects of regulatory requirements and how they may impact Transmission Projects.

Strives to continually develop and improve expert technical knowledge and skill to ensure that department expectations are met.

Leading project teams for key clients

Leading business development efforts

Managing and directing routing/siting studies, analyses, and associated reports

Working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams which could include engineers, attorneys, planners, permitting and environmental specialists, and real estate experts.

Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Post-secondary degree in planning, real estate, energy or environment or related disciplines.

Experience

7-10 years of proven experience leading permitting activities for major transmission infrastructure projects.

Experience supporting regulatory filing applications for major transmission facilities or other infrastructure facilities (renewable, oil and gas, other)

Experience in preparing proposals and presentations, and price structuring

Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of land acquisition principles and agreement @types would be considered an asset. ?????? Knowledge of construction industry would be considered an asset.

Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, defining and understanding client requirements, managing expectations, and communicating with clients and project staff

Extensive critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, and identify the most effective solutions to accomplish objectives of assigned projects.

Must be flexible to a variety of schedules to meet business needs and able to prioritize responsibilities and quickly adapt to change in a pressure work environment.

Licenses/Accreditations

Valid Driver's License, with ability to maintain insurability under the company's insurance carrier

Travel Requirements

Travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.

At Canacre, our benefits program is one of the ways in which we reinforce the value we place on employees and the role they play in helping us achieve our goals. Canacre offers comprehensive health and dental coverage, paid time off, and disability insurance. Other benefits include a 401(k) Savings Plan employer matching program, Employee Assistance Program, flexible work arrangement and a variety of wellness programs.

Canacre is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Canacre complies with federal and state/provincial law governing non-discrimination in employment practices.

Given the volume of applications we typically receive, we are unable to respond to all applicants, however, you will be contacted if your experience is a suitable match with one of our upcoming projects.

At Canacre, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of employment practices in each jurisdiction we operate in. We ensure that all employees are fairly compensated for their work, in accordance with the provisions outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Canada Labour Code.

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