Advisor, Properties & Planning

BC Ferries • Victoria, BC

2d • CA$83,500 - CA$104,300 • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Advisor, Properties & Planning to join our Strategy & Planning team. As our property and land management subject matter expert, you'll help ensure BC Ferries has the land agreements, approvals, and long-term property strategies needed to support both today's operations and tomorrow's infrastructure investments. Working closely with internal partners, government agencies, First Nations, local governments, and external stakeholders, you'll manage a diverse portfolio of leases, licences, permits, and land use initiatives that directly support terminal operations and future development. If you're a keen learner and collaborator, detail-oriented, and have experience in land use planning and property management – we'd love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of British Columbia's most essential transportation networks with a focus on land planning and land management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, urban planning, real estate, geography or a related discipline
• Minimum 3 to 5 years experience in land and/or commercial property management, land use planning, or a related field, as well as experience negotiating and managing land related lease
• Minimum 3 years experience preparing and submitting permit applications to government agencies and external stakeholders, as well as experience in managing and coordinating
• Minimum 2 years experience with contract administration and a proven ability to gather input from
• Minimum 1 year experience in administrative systems for land related business (e.g. LTSA, BCeID, BC Online)
• Strong understanding of land tenure systems, lease structures, and property management practices, interpretation of land use policy
• Working knowledge of applicable provincial and federal legislation and regulatory approval processes
• Familiarity with foreshore and environmental permitting requirements
• Ability to interpret legal documents, land titles, and complex agreements
• Proficiency with GIS, LTSA, and land information systems
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills and highly detail oriented
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across diverse stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Supporting the management of property- and facility-related lease and licence agreements to ensure due diligence and compliance
• Coordinating all property management and land use activities across BC Ferries
• Coordinating applications and approvals for land use changes and water lot expansions to support terminal improvements and redevelopment projects
• Administering records related to BC Ferries' properties, land holdings, land use, lease and licence agreements, and property assessments
• Providing advice, consultation, and expert review in the development and administration of leases and licences
• Obtaining management approval for lease agreements and renewals, including recommending terms and conditions for property leases and licences
• Assisting the Manager in negotiating leases, licences, and other land-related agreements, while supporting land use and area planning initiatives with local governments
• Providing strategic insight into terminal planning, with a focus on land use and space optimization
• Maintaining professional and technical expertise by monitoring legislative changes, industry trends, and local land use planning initiatives that may impact BC Ferries' land management portfolio

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level