ADVISOR, PROPERTIES & PLANNING

Strategy & Planning

Victoria

The Opportunity

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.

The Role

Reporting to the Manager, Terminal Strategic Planning, you will play an integral role in managing BC Ferries’ land portfolio and supporting long-term terminal planning and investment strategies.

Key responsibilities include:

• 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 you bring to the team

Education & Work Experience:

• 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)

Knowledge & Competencies:

• 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

Join us!

If this sounds like your next great career move, please submit your cover letter and resume as one combined PDF document by August 02, 2026 at 11:59pm.

Additional information

The target salary range: $83,500 - $104,300 per annum.  The starting salary is determined based on the successful candidate’s knowledge, experience and internal equity.

"We sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC”  

At BC Ferries, our people are at the heart of delivering safe and reliable service along 1,600 km of coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers and vehicles across our 25 routes through the dedication, expertise and hard work of our teams. Guided by a shared commitment to safety, service, inclusion, and local commitment, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a positive impact. Whether you work onboard our vessels, in our terminals or behind the scenes, you'll play an important role in connecting people, supporting communities, and keeping coastal BC moving. 

We support employment equity and diversity in the workplace and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace. 

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.