CAREERS
At B&A, we are constantly seeking innovative, collaborative, and dynamic people to help us continue to deliver outstanding results and positive impacts for the clients and communities we serve.
Company Description
Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to.
Welcome to people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA.
At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company.
At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.
Welcome to CIMA+
Job Description
We’re seeking a Planner / Engagement Specialist to join our growing Vancouver Studio, an energetic and collaborative team working on some of the most dynamic planning and engagement projects in Canada. This opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment and is motivated by the impact that thoughtful planning and meaningful engagement can have on communities.
You’ll contribute to a wide range of projects, from land development and community planning to policy initiatives and regional growth studies. Working alongside senior practitioners across B&A and CIMA+, you’ll play a key role in both the technical and relational aspects of planning by helping shape how we communicate ideas, gather input, and bring people together around shared visions for the future.
You’ll have the opportunity to participate in our hybrid work model, offering flexible work hours and a combination of remote work and in-office collaboration at our Vancouver location.
What You’ll Do
- As a Planner / Engagement Specialist, you’ll play a key role in shaping the next phase of B&A’s Vancouver studio. Working closely with our interdisciplinary teams and clients, you’ll:
- Lead and support a diverse range of projects including land use planning, policy development, community planning, and engagement strategy.
- Coordinate and deliver public and stakeholder engagement activities such as workshops, open houses, focus groups, surveys, and online engagement campaigns, ensuring inclusive and meaningful participation.
- Prepare and contribute to planning documents, bylaws, policies, and land use frameworks, ensuring technical accuracy and alignment with client objectives.
- Conduct and interpret planning research, policy analysis, demographic data, and market trends to inform planning recommendations.
- Help develop clear, visually compelling materials such as reports, presentations, and graphics that communicate ideas effectively to a range of audiences.
- Present findings and recommendations to clients, Councils, Committees, and community groups in both written and verbal formats.
- Collaborate within interdisciplinary project teams that include planners, designers, engineers, and engagement specialists to deliver integrated, high-quality work.
- Contribute to the continued growth of our Vancouver studio by supporting business development initiatives, proposal writing, and client relationships as your career progresses.
Qualifications
- A degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Geography, Environmental Design, Economics or a related field.
- 3+ years of professional experience in planning, ideally within a consulting or multidisciplinary environment.
- Demonstrated experience designing, coordinating, and facilitating engagement activities. Candidates with IAP2 training or certification are preferred.
- A solid understanding of planning legislation, policy development, and municipal approval processes in British Columbia.
- Excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging materials for diverse audiences.
- Experience with socio-demographic and economic analysis, research practices, and forecasting methods is an asset.
- Proven project coordination and client communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, and deliverables.
- Experience with GIS, Adobe Creative Suite, or other visualization and mapping tools is considered an asset.
- A desire to contribute to the continued growth of B&A’s planning and engagement presence in British Columbia.
The expected salary for this position is between $67,440 – $92,730 and based on the richness and diversity of the candidate’s experience, training, skills and internal equity. The position or associated salary could vary depending on the profile of the candidate.
Who You Are
- A collaborative team player who values open communication and shared success.
- Curious, adaptable, and solutions-oriented with a natural ability to connect ideas across disciplines.
- Confident engaging with clients, stakeholders, and community members, and comfortable facilitating discussions in both public and virtual settings.
- Detail-oriented yet able to see the big picture, balancing strategic insight with technical execution.
- Passionate about city-building, community development, and the role of engagement in creating meaningful outcomes.
- Proactive and self-motivated with an interest in professional growth, mentorship, and contributing to a supportive studio culture.
Why Join B&A
B&A is one of Canada’s leading planning, design, and engagement consultancies, now part of the CIMA+ family. Together, we offer an unmatched multidisciplinary platform that connects urban design, planning, engineering, and engagement under one collaborative network.
Joining our team means:
- Working in a studio environment that values creativity, inclusivity, and curiosity.
- Collaborating with professionals across Canada on projects that shape communities of all sizes.
- Contributing to projects that matter – from transformative urban redevelopments to forward-thinking greenfield communities.
- Having the opportunity to lead, influence, and grow in a design studio that is entering its next exciting phase of evolution.
- Opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and national collaboration through CIMA+.
- Enjoying a workplace that offers flexible work arrangements, competitive compensation, professional development support, and a culture rooted in collaboration and respect.
Additional Information
Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).
In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.
Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.
Find out about The CIMA+ advantage – CIMA+.
Company Description
Welcome to a place where people are at the heart of everything we do.
Welcome to people with an inspiring vision and who seek stimulating challenges. At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where you’ll have many opportunities to learn and develop while working on engaging projects.
We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and define what work-life balance means to you.
When you join CIMA+, we welcome you to a place that you can call home.
Job Description
CIMA+ Urban Planning team, operating within B&A Studios, is a dynamic, future-focused, multidisciplinary collective of strategic problem-solvers dedicated to creating great places and spaces. With over three decades of experience shaping communities across Canada and beyond, our team delivers positive, high-impact planning, design, and engagement services. Supported by expertise in visualization, analytics, sustainability, and strategic communications, we bring best-in-class solutions to a wide range of project types—from complete communities and municipal planning to commercial, mixed-use, and business logistics centres. As a planner on the B&A team at CIMA+, you’ll join a creative and collaborative studio that seamlessly integrates into multidisciplinary projects, working alongside experts across planning, design, engineering, and engagement disciplines.
We are currently seeking a Senior Urban Planner to join our team in the Greater Toronto Area, based at CIMA+’s Toronto or Mississauga office.
In this leadership role, you will be responsible for managing and delivering complex planning and land development projects across the GTA, supported by the B&A team. You’ll work primarily with private sector clients — including landowners, developers, and real estate professionals — while also supporting projects with public and institutional partners. Your work will focus on development approvals, land use planning, and policy / municipal zoning interpretation. As a senior member of the team, you’ll lead client relationships, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with multidisciplinary experts across CIMA+.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and deliver complex land development projects, including Site Plan Approvals, Official Plan Amendments, Zoning By-law Amendments, and Draft Plans of Subdivision.
- Lead the preparation and management of planning documents, including development applications, land use studies, policy documents, and urban design briefs.
- Represent clients at public meetings, council presentations, and stakeholder sessions, including testimony at Ontario Land Tribunal hearings where required.
- Conduct planning analysis and provide expert advice on development strategy, planning policy, and regulatory frameworks in Ontario.
- Manage business development activities, including identifying opportunities, cultivating new and existing client relationships, and supporting proposal development.
- Serve as a key liaison between clients, municipalities, approval agencies, and internal project teams in the GTA.
- Mentor and supervise junior and intermediate staff, providing technical guidance and support for professional growth.
- Collaborate with the B&A Leadership team on growth opportunities and develop a strategic growth plan.
- Coordinate with internal and external teams, including with other sectors of CIMA+, to ensure high-quality, timely project deliverables.
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in urban planning, with a strong focus on land development, policy analysis, and regulatory approvals within Ontario.
- Bachelor’s degree in urban or regional Planning. A graduate degree and/or a combination of education and experience in real estate development or related fields is considered a strong asset.
- Full membership or eligibility for membership in the Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) and Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP).
- Deep knowledge of the Ontario Planning Act, Provincial Policy Statement, Growth Plan, and local planning policies.
- Proven experience leading and managing complex development applications and multi-stakeholder planning processes.
- Strong client-facing and relationship management skills with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain partnerships.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident presenter in public, political, and professional settings.
- Strong project management skills, capable of delivering on multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with GIS or graphic design tools is an asset.
- Collaborative, strategic thinker with a strong interest in mentorship and studio leadership.
At CIMA+, we value diversity of talent and perspective. You think you can add value, but don’t meet all the job requirements? We invite you to apply, because everyone has something unique to offer. The outstanding talents that choose to join us at CIMA+ soon realize that we go all out to encourage them to grow. We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our success.
Why choose CIMA+? Because we offer you:
- A creative and inclusive work environment within a nationally recognized planning and design studio
- Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Paid professional dues and association memberships (e.g., OPPI/CIP)
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with up to 4% employer contribution
- As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares for all employees
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Work/Life balance policy across Canada
- 3-5 weeks of vacation, based on years of relevant experience
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills.
For more information, please contact Réna Chont.
Additional Information
Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).
In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.
Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.
Find out about The CIMA+ advantage – CIMA+.
Company Description
Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to.
Welcome to people who like people, to brilliant minds, tomorrow’s visionaries, challenge seekers, collaborators, and those with an entrepreneurial spirit in their DNA.
At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people. At CIMA+, we care about our people and make sure that they feel valued, appreciated, and part of the team. You could even become a shareholder in the company.
At CIMA+, we give you the freedom and flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.
Welcome to CIMA+
Job Description
About the Opportunity
Over the past several years, B&A has established a leading urban design practice that is both distinct and complementary within Western Canada’s consulting landscape. What started as a small, hands-on studio has evolved into a recognized design leader, capable of delivering creative, practical, and integrated design solutions across scales – from community and neighbourhood planning to site-specific design, redevelopment, and public realm projects.
Our studio works collaboratively with B&A’s planning, engagement, visualization, and GIS teams, while also taking on standalone design commissions that showcase our creativity, technical rigour, and passion for place. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Senior Urban Designer to join our Calgary-based studio.
This is an exciting opportunity for a design professional who thrives on collaboration, creativity, and the ability to bring ideas to life – someone who can lead complex projects, inspire clients, mentor emerging designers, and contribute meaningfully to the evolution of the practice.
What You’ll Do
As a Senior Urban Designer, you’ll play a key role in shaping the next phase of B&A’s design studio. Working closely with our interdisciplinary teams and clients, you’ll:
- Lead the design and delivery of projects ranging from new communities, redevelopment plans, and mixed-use sites to master plans and urban realm design.
- Manage multidisciplinary teams, ensuring projects are delivered with creativity, quality, and care – on time, on budget, and aligned with client objectives.
- Develop and nurture relationships with clients, municipalities, developers, and other professionals, helping grow our portfolio of work through reputation and trust.
- Mentor and support junior staff, fostering an environment of learning, collaboration, and design excellence.
- Champion design innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity in every project.
- Contribute to business development efforts, including proposals, competitions, and studio promotion initiatives.
- Collaborate across B&A and CIMA+, connecting design with engineering, infrastructure, and environmental disciplines to deliver truly integrated solutions.
Qualifications
What You Bring
- A degree in Urban Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
- Professional accreditation (or eligibility) with the Alberta Association of Architects (AAA) or Alberta Association of Landscape Architects (AALA) is strongly preferred.
- A minimum of 8–12 years of professional experience in urban design, architecture, or landscape architecture, including experience leading projects and managing teams.
- A strong understanding of urban design principles, planning frameworks, and development processes in Alberta and Western Canada.
- Exceptional conceptual and graphic design skills, with proficiency in tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, SketchUp, GIS, Revit, and/or other design software.
- Strong communication and presentation skills — both visual and verbal — with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and compellingly to diverse audiences.
- A collaborative mindset, entrepreneurial spirit, and passion for creating vibrant, sustainable, and enduring places.
Who You Are
You are a passionate designer who thrives in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment. You balance creativity with pragmatism and have a deep understanding of how thoughtful design can shape better communities. You are energized by collaboration with clients, colleagues, and communities, and you’re equally comfortable sketching a concept, leading a workshop, or presenting to a city council.
You see mentorship as a key part of your leadership. You’re motivated to help grow and strengthen the studio’s next generation of designers, while continuing to challenge yourself and the team to elevate the design conversation.
Why Join B&A Studios
B&A Studios is one of Western Canada’s leading planning, design, and engagement consultancies, now part of the CIMA+ family – one of Canada’s largest privately-owned engineering and consulting firms. Together, we offer an unmatched multidisciplinary platform that connects urban design, planning, engineering, and engagement under one collaborative network.
Joining our team means:
- Working in a studio environment that values creativity, inclusivity, and curiosity.
- Collaborating with professionals across Canada on projects that shape communities of all sizes.
- Contributing to projects that matter — from transformative urban redevelopments to forward-thinking greenfield communities.
- Having the opportunity to lead, influence, and grow in a design studio that is entering its next exciting phase of evolution.
- Enjoying a workplace that offers flexible work arrangements, competitive compensation, professional development support, and a culture rooted in collaboration and respect.
Additional Information
Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).
In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.
Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.
Find out about The CIMA+ advantage – CIMA+.
Company Description
Welcome to a commitment to sustainable development you can relate to.
Welcome to people with an inspiring vision of the future and challenge seekers.
At CIMA+, you’ll find a place where your ideas and perspectives are welcomed and encouraged. In both the field and at the office, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to reach your full potential in an environment that’s engineered for people.
We are a firm 100% owned by its employees and we value a collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset. You will have the flexibility to manage your work on your own terms and the opportunity to work on projects you can relate to.
Welcome to CIMA+
Job Description
Our B&A Studios team has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Urban Planner to join them in the downtown Calgary office. As part of CIMA+, B&A Studios combines its recognized expertise in planning, design, and community engagement with the breadth of CIMA+’s engineering and consulting services. This creates unique opportunities for our employees to work on impactful projects that shape communities across Canada. By joining our team, you will benefit from the creativity and collaborative spirit of B&A along with the scale, resources, and growth potential offered by CIMA+, one of the country’s leading multidisciplinary firms.
The Urban Planner is responsible for supporting the creation of plans and policies that guide the development, zoning, and management of land in cities and regions. This role focuses on developing your career as a planner and offers many opportunities for professional growth through hands-on planning experience. Working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, the Urban Planner contributes to high-quality, innovative, and practical planning solutions that serve a wide range of clients and project types.
Responsibilities:
- Manages urban planning projects under the supervision of a Senior Planner, Associate, or Partner.
- Conducts research on urban development trends, demographics, and land use.
- Develops land use plans, zoning regulations, and policies.
- Writes proposals and prepares reports with oversight from a Senior Planner.
- Creates plans that address housing, transportation, infrastructure, and environmental concerns in partnership with other teams and disciplines.
- Collects and analyzes data on economic, social, and physical factors affecting land use, projects future community needs, and prepares narrative reports.
- Acts as a project team liaison and monitors project performance (deadlines, budget, deliverables).
- Identifies and recommends business development opportunities.
- Applies knowledge of municipal governance structures, planning legislation, standards, and practices.
- Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Works on diverse projects across several different service areas.
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience as an urban/community planning professional.
- Accredited undergraduate degree in Urban Planning or a related field.
- Membership or candidate membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP); RPP designation (or eligibility) is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of urban planning theories, zoning laws, municipal governance, and land development processes.
- Familiarity with MS Office 365, GIS, and database systems is considered an asset.
- Strong research, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating in an interdisciplinary team environment.
Additional Information
Ethics and integrity are fundamental values at CIMA+. That is why we are committed to ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities for candidates, regardless of their identity (race, ethnicity, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic status or background, etc.).
In keeping with the principles of employment equity, we encourage all applications, including, but not limited to, those from women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities. We also encourage candidates to complete the self-identification form when applying for employment.
Accommodations are available on request. Your Business Partner will process your request.
Find out about The CIMA+ advantage – CIMA+.
We are always on the lookout for exceptional talent. If you have a sharp skill set and a passion for creating great spaces and places, please don’t hesitate to send your resume to careers@bastudios.ca. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Our Engagement Studio focuses on the design and implementation of accessible and transparent engagement strategies that help broaden project understanding.
We understand the importance of sustainability and the environment as a critical aspect of modern design.
Our team of technical experts uses data, tools, and compelling visuals to strengthen project materials.
We collaborate with clients to develop strategies and communications tools and techniques to connect with audiences.
With more than 30 years of experience, our award-winning team delivers