Pre-construction: Planning and Permits Coordinator

Pre-construction: Planning and Permits Coordinator (Co-op)

Term: Starting May 2026

TERM: 4 Month Term Preferred

Key Responsibilities:

Municipal Approvals & SPA Support

• Assist in preparing and submitting Site Plan Approval (SPA) applications
• Review municipal zoning by-laws and Official Plans for project compliance
• Track approval timelines, conditions, and agency comments
• Coordinate submission materials (drawings, reports, forms) with architects and consultants
• Support responses to municipal comments and revisions

Permitting & Regulatory Coordination

• Assist with building permit submissions and tracking
• Communicate with municipal planning and building departments
• Support clearance of conditions for building permit issuance
• Maintain records of permits, approvals, and inspection milestones

Research & Analysis

• Conduct planning policy and zoning research across multiple municipalities
• Summarize municipal requirements and identify risks or constraints
• Prepare internal briefing notes for project managers

Project & Team Support

• Attend meetings with municipal staff, consultants, and internal teams
• Take meeting minutes and track action items
• Maintain organized digital project files and approval logs
• Assist in improving internal approval tracking systems
• Assist in creating a database for us on submission requirements per municipality as well as city contacts

Qualifications:  

• A full-time student enrolled in a related post-secondary program of study (i.e. Urban Planning, Regional Planning or master's in planning)
• Or be a new graduate from a related program of study who completed studies in 2026.
• Experience with Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel would be an asset

About Maple Reinders:

Maple Reinders is one of Canada's most respected and trusted construction firms, delivering innovative solutions for over 55 years. We are a full-service construction provider specializing in ICI buildings (industrial, commercial, institutional) and civil/environmental projects such as water and wastewater treatment plants, composting facilities, energy-from-waste, and biogas systems.

With 500+ team members across six offices nationwide and more than 2,900 projects completed coast-to-coast, we've built a reputation for excellence, adaptability, and integrity.

We are proud to be:

• A Platinum Member of Canada's Best Managed Companies
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Recipients of numerous awards for innovation, sustainability, and design

We want an individual who will embody Maple Reinders core values of

• People – Supporting our people to thrive.
• Integrity – Doing the right thing without compromise.
• Relationships – Building trust with clients & partners.
• Stewardship – Caring for communities & the environment.
• Ingenuity – Embracing challenges. Encouraging ideas. Engineering solutions. 

Pay Range: $21 - $26 / hour (depending on previous experience) 

Location: Office based role in Mississauga with travel to different sites in Ontario. 

Interested in Joining Our Team?

Submit your resume and project list through this posting or on our website. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We use artificial intelligence (AI) to review resumes of candidates and assess their fit based on the criteria outlined in the job posting. We do not use AI to make any final hiring or interview decisions.

Maple Reinders is an equal opportunity employer  and supports employment equity and diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace. Upon request, Maple Reinders accommodates candidates with disabilities throughout the hiring process.  If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please contact  .