Development Planning Manager
About the role
As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, the City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city¿and their careers¿forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.
Employment Status
Exempt – Regular Full-Time
Scope
The Development Planning Manager requires considerable experience and expertise in City planning in the municipal sector. Reporting to the Director, Development Planning, this position involves managing professional Planning staff through the review and processing of land development applications that is expeditious yet comprehensive and will be involved with the review and editing of Planning Reports for consideration by City Council.
This role will be responsible for providing key directions and guidance to staff, developers and consultants. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, promotes innovation, inclusivity, transparency, is motivating, cooperative and service-oriented, with strong ethics and values.
Responsibilities
As the Development Planning Manager, you will:
Supervise a team of professional and technical planning staff dealing with a heavy workload of land development applications and experiencing considerable pressures.
Provide technical and strategic direction and guidance to staff, developers and consultants.
Communicate extremely well, both orally and in writing.
Attend Council meetings and participate as needed.
Review and edit Planning Reports to Council, regarding land development applications, as well as other Planning documents (i.e. CD By-laws, Preliminary Layout Approval letters, memos to Council etc.).
Participate in preparing the Division¿s work program.
Assist in the recruiting and hiring of staff.
Support the ongoing growth and development of staff through Personal Development Plans (PDP¿s).
Ensure consistency and sound judgement in decision-making and efficiency in processes and when necessary, take action that moves issues to closure.
Delegate effectively and ensure individual and team accountability.
Demonstrate proficiency in public relations techniques and conflict resolution.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders including staff, the development community, community groups and the public.
Qualifications
As the successful candidate, you will:
Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or related discipline, however, a Master’s Degree in Planning is preferred.
Be a member or fulfill the requirements for membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners.
Have comprehensive knowledge of pertinent legislation and City bylaws and policies.
Have a minimum of ten years’ experience in the planning profession, preferably in the municipal government sector, with demonstrated leadership experience.
Other Information
Number of Job Openings: 1
Pay Grade: M5
Annual Rate: $159,626 - $187,795
Conditions of Employment
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until February 10, 2026.
Our Values
Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community
About City of Surrey
We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.
Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play.
Social Media Terms of Use: http://bit.ly/COSTerms
Development Planning Manager
About the role
As one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, the City of Surrey is a globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation. City of Surrey employees are talented innovators, inspired by meaningful work and the opportunity to drive our city¿and their careers¿forward. Build a City. Build a Future at the City of Surrey.
Employment Status
Exempt – Regular Full-Time
Scope
The Development Planning Manager requires considerable experience and expertise in City planning in the municipal sector. Reporting to the Director, Development Planning, this position involves managing professional Planning staff through the review and processing of land development applications that is expeditious yet comprehensive and will be involved with the review and editing of Planning Reports for consideration by City Council.
This role will be responsible for providing key directions and guidance to staff, developers and consultants. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, promotes innovation, inclusivity, transparency, is motivating, cooperative and service-oriented, with strong ethics and values.
Responsibilities
As the Development Planning Manager, you will:
Supervise a team of professional and technical planning staff dealing with a heavy workload of land development applications and experiencing considerable pressures.
Provide technical and strategic direction and guidance to staff, developers and consultants.
Communicate extremely well, both orally and in writing.
Attend Council meetings and participate as needed.
Review and edit Planning Reports to Council, regarding land development applications, as well as other Planning documents (i.e. CD By-laws, Preliminary Layout Approval letters, memos to Council etc.).
Participate in preparing the Division¿s work program.
Assist in the recruiting and hiring of staff.
Support the ongoing growth and development of staff through Personal Development Plans (PDP¿s).
Ensure consistency and sound judgement in decision-making and efficiency in processes and when necessary, take action that moves issues to closure.
Delegate effectively and ensure individual and team accountability.
Demonstrate proficiency in public relations techniques and conflict resolution.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders including staff, the development community, community groups and the public.
Qualifications
As the successful candidate, you will:
Hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Planning or related discipline, however, a Master’s Degree in Planning is preferred.
Be a member or fulfill the requirements for membership with the Canadian Institute of Planners.
Have comprehensive knowledge of pertinent legislation and City bylaws and policies.
Have a minimum of ten years’ experience in the planning profession, preferably in the municipal government sector, with demonstrated leadership experience.
Other Information
Number of Job Openings: 1
Pay Grade: M5
Annual Rate: $159,626 - $187,795
Conditions of Employment
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Closing Date
This job will be posted until February 10, 2026.
Our Values
Integrity - Service - Teamwork - Innovation - Community
About City of Surrey
We are one of the fastest growing, culturally diverse cities in Canada. We are a forward thinking, globally recognized leader in building vibrant, sustainable communities through technology and innovation.
Our combination of entrepreneurial approach, big city resources, and remarkable growth have given us opportunities to build an inclusive and sustainable city where people can live, work and play.
Social Media Terms of Use: http://bit.ly/COSTerms