Senior Planning Consultant

About this role

Who we are:

Urbis is people focussed, and we want the best for our team, our clients, and our communities. We are a community of passionate problem solvers, sought out by clients for our fresh thinking and approach to their city-shaping projects. Our mission is to help create meaningful, sustainable cities & communities.

Urbis is an employer of choice for gender equality (EOCGE), recognised through the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA), and active participants in the Federal Career Revive Initiative which supports the attraction and retention of women returning to work after a career break.

We pride ourselves in empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be. Here you will make a tangible difference and positive impact, while gaining incredible industry experience and broad ranging exposure to the most exciting work.

Urbis, Shaping futures your way!

The Opportunity: 

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Planning Consultant to join our team in the Gold Coast! In this role you will work with the best in the business and have the flexibility to work part-time or full-time.

Using your technical expertise and proven skills, you will actively support our clients by demonstrating a sound understanding of statutory and strategic urban planning to provide relevant advice and insights.

In this role you will be expected to bring leadership, credibility, and professionalism to build and maintain new and existing relationships with clients.

You will: 

• Provide a diverse range of services including land use advice, development capability, due diligence assessments, master plans, and approval process management.
• Developing client relationships through cultivating trust, providing quality advice and managing expectations
• Write accurate submissions, proposals and advice aligned with client's needs
• Manage small to medium size projects, including scoping and costing of projects, tracking job costs and coordinating consultants and sub-consultants, when necessary.
• Coach and develop team members as needed

About You: 

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Urban Planning
• Tertiary qualifications in Town Planning or related discipline 
• Strong and confident communicator
• Passionate about producing insightful and high-quality advice

Why Urbis?

Urbis is committed to fostering an inclusive, flexible, and diverse work environment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and those returning to work after a career break. By joining us you will receive many benefits including:

• Salary continuance insurance, a generous parental leave policy, health & wellbeing programs and much more.
• Active mentorship by the best in the business, development of career goals and support in achieving them.
• Investment in ongoing training with all employees provided with an annual training budget.
• Monthly morning teas and regular social events to celebrate professional and personal wins.

Across all our sectors, you will play a part in shaping cities and communities. Bring your spark, and shape futures your way.

How to Apply?

Are you ready to start your journey with some of the brightest minds in the industry and you are passionate about making a difference to our clients, community, and team? Click on “Apply for this job.” Or email us at careers@urbis.com.au if you have any questions. 

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