Transitioning from structured planning environment, bringing skills in research, best practice, leadership and project management. Expertise in coordinating complex projects and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Seeking to apply these skills in renewable energy, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Planning Officer (Development Management)
London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames
06.2023 - 11.2024
Processed 320 Planning decisions throughout my time in the public sector. Managing deadlines and consistently exceeded monthly output goals.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and legislative changes to inform planning decisions and strategies.
Managed client expectations effectively throughout the lifespan of various projects, ensuring time-efficiency without compromising quality.
Established strong working relationships with clients, community members, and colleagues alike, fostering collaborative problem-solving environments.
Accelerated information flow and guidance from senior leaders to synchronize and unite efforts.
Negotiated contracts with vendors and consultants as needed for specialized services or consultations related to project needs.
Prioritize and manage a large casebook of applications
Provided support, structure and guidance to drive organizational planning efforts.
Planning Enforcement Officer
Richmond Council
09.2022 - 06.2023
Investigate alleged breaches of planning control using Local, Regional and National Acts and legislation
Maintain transparency through the planning enforcement process with stakeholders (members of the public, residents, architects and developers)
Assess, negotiate and take formal action when necessary
Understand expediency in the context of planning enforcement
Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation
Provide advice and guidance in response to planning best practice
Summer Student/Part-Time Employee
Zeidler Architecture
06.2018 - 01.2020
Highlights of my time at Zeidler was working on several of the following projects:
Music Production Studio (MacEwan University) - I assisted with the CAD drawings
Redevelopment of a parking lot including landscaping works in Forest Lawn.
Office Floorplans for in house renovations
Education
Master of Arts - International Planning and Sustainable Development
University of Westminster
London, United Kingdom
08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Studies
University of Calgary
Calgary
01.2020
Skills
Ms Office 365
ArcGIS
ArcMap
AutoCAD
Additional Information
- Football (soccer) fan, lifelong Chelsea fan
- Avid traveller, have been to 20 countries and counting
- Calgary Flames fan
- Enjoy staying active and getting outside
Timeline
Planning Officer (Development Management)
London Borough of Richmond Upon Thames
06.2023 - 11.2024
Planning Enforcement Officer
Richmond Council
09.2022 - 06.2023
Summer Student/Part-Time Employee
Zeidler Architecture
06.2018 - 01.2020
Master of Arts - International Planning and Sustainable Development
University of Westminster
Bachelor of Arts - Urban Studies
University of Calgary
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