Project Manager, Urban Forestry (Contract/Job Rotation up to 1 Year)
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Type:
Contract NU (Full Time) (Fixed Term)
Closing Date:
April 19, 2026
Salary/Wage Range:
$101,881.00 - $127,351.00
Working for the City of Burlington
A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.
We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership.
Salary****Range
$101,881.00 - $127,351.00 (under review)
Type of Vacancy
Existing Vacancy
Hours of Work
35 hours per week
Contract Length
Up to 1 year
Department
Roads, Parks & Forestry
Location
This position is eligible for a hybrid work model. When attending an event or meeting in person, your primary office location will be based out of 3330 Harvester Road, Burlington, Ontario. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Effective September 2027, this role will be required to be on site 50% of the time each month.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Manager, Urban Forestry, this role contributes to the development review process by preparing Urban Forestry conditions of approval for subdivision plans, site plans, rezonings, and Official Plan amendments. The position also represents forestry interests at City Council and the Ontario Land Tribunal.
Responsibilities
- Manages the day-to-day operation of the technical staff team including assigning work, recruitment, training, and professional development.
- Oversee accuracy of technical comments, approval conditions, and legal agreement schedules. Reviews prior to release to other departments, agencies or public.
- Provides input and guidance on development applications, and the completion of assignments and agreement preparations.
- Reviews technical reports such as Environmental Impact Assessments and Environmental Impact Studies/Reports, Forest Management Plans, Arborist reports, preservation plans, replacement plans.
- Review, prepare, and clear conditions related to development and as-constructed drawings for development applications, including official plan amendments, rezoning, subdivisions, site plans, parkway belt regulations, condominium “H” removal and part-lot control, committee of adjustment, land division, and Niagara Escarpment Development Permits, with a focus on urban forestry requirements such as tree and woodland preservation, removal, and replacement.
- Ensure the protection and ongoing health of trees, woodlands, and vegetation before, during, and after construction through the warranty period; attend pre-construction and site meetings to coordinate logistics with a focus predominantly on development projects.
- Participate in corporate working groups, as a subject matter expert for urban forestry, construction, and development related matters
- Provides on-site field inspections of reviewed and approved projects as required.
- Act as a liaison between the public, elected officials, developers, committees, groups, other departments and outside agencies to provide final decisions and develop mutual solutions.
- Attend public meetings and meetings of the City’s Committee of the Whole and Council
- Appears before the Ontario Lands Tribunal to give expert evidence on the City’s behalf for development application appeals.
- Duties and responsibilities are inclusive but not limited to the above.
Requirements
Completion of an undergraduate degree in Urban Forestry, Forestry, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, or related field. ISA Certified arborist designation and full membership with seal of the OALA is required. RPF and RPP designations are considered assets.
Successful candidates will possess 4-7 years experience in a project management role working with development review. Strong time management, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are required to oversee staff and work with stakeholders on time sensitive matters.
This position may require occasional work outside of regular working hours. It may also require travel between sites and/or City facilities and must provide own transportation.
Accommodations
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at:
if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.
Note to Applicants:
We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.
Not the right fit? Search for Project Manager, Urban Forestry jobs in Burlington, ON
About City of Burlington, Ontario
As you look through our current job openings, remember: the grass is greener at the City of Burlington. With approximately 890 full-time and 600 part-time employees, we focus on teamwork, collaboration and investing in our co-workers. It’s no wonder our employee turnover rate is less than 7 per cent (that’s good). The City of Burlington is an award winning city, filled with award winning staff. In fact, we put the “greater” in the GTA.
As public servants, our job is to provide excellent public service and good value for taxes. Our staff know this and are proud of the work they do, because as Canada’s best mid-sized city, we’re second to none. Our staff are dedicated, caring, professional and award winning. We have excellent benefits and pension as well as flexible work arrangements such as work from home, job sharing/rotations and a compressed work week. If you want to join a forward-thinking organization, apply today. Come for the job, stay for the career. We’ve got it all.
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Project Manager, Urban Forestry (Contract/Job Rotation up to 1 Year)
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Type:
Contract NU (Full Time) (Fixed Term)
Closing Date:
April 19, 2026
Salary/Wage Range:
$101,881.00 - $127,351.00
Working for the City of Burlington
A great career is closer than you think. Come work for the City of Burlington, where you'll be joining an innovative and progressive workplace focused on building a 21st century city that respects the diversity of our residents, visitors and employees; and prioritizes continuous opportunities for you to learn and grow.
We don't just spend time attracting the best talent. We spend time and resources to keep the best talent. This may include: flexible working hours, mobile and hybrid working arrangements, a great pension and benefits package, as well as programs to foster innovation and leadership.
Salary****Range
$101,881.00 - $127,351.00 (under review)
Type of Vacancy
Existing Vacancy
Hours of Work
35 hours per week
Contract Length
Up to 1 year
Department
Roads, Parks & Forestry
Location
This position is eligible for a hybrid work model. When attending an event or meeting in person, your primary office location will be based out of 3330 Harvester Road, Burlington, Ontario. Work location is subject to change at the discretion of the City due to operational demands. Effective September 2027, this role will be required to be on site 50% of the time each month.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Manager, Urban Forestry, this role contributes to the development review process by preparing Urban Forestry conditions of approval for subdivision plans, site plans, rezonings, and Official Plan amendments. The position also represents forestry interests at City Council and the Ontario Land Tribunal.
Responsibilities
- Manages the day-to-day operation of the technical staff team including assigning work, recruitment, training, and professional development.
- Oversee accuracy of technical comments, approval conditions, and legal agreement schedules. Reviews prior to release to other departments, agencies or public.
- Provides input and guidance on development applications, and the completion of assignments and agreement preparations.
- Reviews technical reports such as Environmental Impact Assessments and Environmental Impact Studies/Reports, Forest Management Plans, Arborist reports, preservation plans, replacement plans.
- Review, prepare, and clear conditions related to development and as-constructed drawings for development applications, including official plan amendments, rezoning, subdivisions, site plans, parkway belt regulations, condominium “H” removal and part-lot control, committee of adjustment, land division, and Niagara Escarpment Development Permits, with a focus on urban forestry requirements such as tree and woodland preservation, removal, and replacement.
- Ensure the protection and ongoing health of trees, woodlands, and vegetation before, during, and after construction through the warranty period; attend pre-construction and site meetings to coordinate logistics with a focus predominantly on development projects.
- Participate in corporate working groups, as a subject matter expert for urban forestry, construction, and development related matters
- Provides on-site field inspections of reviewed and approved projects as required.
- Act as a liaison between the public, elected officials, developers, committees, groups, other departments and outside agencies to provide final decisions and develop mutual solutions.
- Attend public meetings and meetings of the City’s Committee of the Whole and Council
- Appears before the Ontario Lands Tribunal to give expert evidence on the City’s behalf for development application appeals.
- Duties and responsibilities are inclusive but not limited to the above.
Requirements
Completion of an undergraduate degree in Urban Forestry, Forestry, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Planning, or related field. ISA Certified arborist designation and full membership with seal of the OALA is required. RPF and RPP designations are considered assets.
Successful candidates will possess 4-7 years experience in a project management role working with development review. Strong time management, leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are required to oversee staff and work with stakeholders on time sensitive matters.
This position may require occasional work outside of regular working hours. It may also require travel between sites and/or City facilities and must provide own transportation.
Accommodations
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the City of Burlington accommodates the individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment process. Please call us at 905-335-7602 or email us at:
if you require accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.
Note to Applicants:
We thank all those who apply for positions, but only those applicants who are invited for an interview will be contacted.
Not the right fit? Search for Project Manager, Urban Forestry jobs in Burlington, ON
About City of Burlington, Ontario
As you look through our current job openings, remember: the grass is greener at the City of Burlington. With approximately 890 full-time and 600 part-time employees, we focus on teamwork, collaboration and investing in our co-workers. It’s no wonder our employee turnover rate is less than 7 per cent (that’s good). The City of Burlington is an award winning city, filled with award winning staff. In fact, we put the “greater” in the GTA.
As public servants, our job is to provide excellent public service and good value for taxes. Our staff know this and are proud of the work they do, because as Canada’s best mid-sized city, we’re second to none. Our staff are dedicated, caring, professional and award winning. We have excellent benefits and pension as well as flexible work arrangements such as work from home, job sharing/rotations and a compressed work week. If you want to join a forward-thinking organization, apply today. Come for the job, stay for the career. We’ve got it all.