Zain Khalaf
Urban and Regional Planner
6 yrs experience · Toronto, ON · <10 hrs/week
About
Urban Planning Specialist with over 2+ years of experience in project management and communication, I excel in leveraging urban planning principles to foster meaningful connections between businesses and communities, facilitating sustainable development. My expertise includes comprehensive knowledge of zoning bylaws, land use regulations, and urban design standards. By integrating these elements into planning strategies, I ensure the creation of vibrant, resilient, and inclusive communities. Adept at navigating dynamic environments, I advocate for sustainable urban development, ensuring that planning efforts contribute to the long-term well-being of all stakeholders.
Skills
Experience
- Urban Planner, Planning Surveyor · City of Toronto08-01-2021 – 01-01-2023
Worked as an Urban Planner and Planning Surveyor, contributing to urban development projects and conducting surveys to support city planning initiatives.
- QA Specialist · Morgana Catering09-01-2020 – 10-01-2022
As a QA Specialist, ensured the quality and safety of catering services, overseeing compliance with industry standards.
- Business Analyst · Alkhoulani Real Estate08-01-2017 – 12-01-2019
Worked as a Business Analyst, analyzing market trends and financial data to support real estate investment decisions.
- Urban Planning Intern · Lux Development01-01-2019 – 03-01-2019
Interned in urban planning, assisting with development projects and gaining experience in planning processes.
Education
- Michigan State UniversityCertificate, Geographic Information Science and Cartography
- York UniversityBes, City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
- York UniversityCity/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
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