Heritage Senior 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 looking for a proactive and experienced Consultant or Senior Consultant to join our Sydney Heritage team as part of the wider national team. You will have the opportunity to work across a deeply diverse, high profile, range of projects, contributing to reports and advice for our clients.

The role will be supported by National team of Directors and a market leading Heritage team. Some of the key projects the heritage team have collaborated on recently include the Lands and Education Buildings Bridge Steet, Chief Secretary's Building, AMP Quay Quarter Circular Quay, Sydney Opera House, Victoria Barracks Paddington, Millers Point properties, Pier One Walsh Bay, Former Treasury Building, Australia Square, MLC Sydney and the State Theatre including the Butterfly Room interiors restoration.

 About You: 

A consultant or senior heritage consultant position at Urbis would suit someone who has a 5+ years' experience in a similar role or industry related discipline. You would have a range of the following skills:

• Ability to undertake heritage research utilising multiple sources and methodologies; and present a preliminary assessment of findings relevant to the project
• Demonstrated understanding of architectural styles,  fabric identification and analysis
• Experience writing Heritage Impact Statements, Heritage Assessments and Conservation Management Plans
• Detailed understanding of Heritage design principles and the ability to apply them
• Demonstrated understanding of the application of statutory heritage and planning legislation to projects, particularly the Heritage Act 1977
• Demonstrated ability to navigate various approval pathways and statutory systems (eg; Heritage act exemptions, experience with conditions of consent)
• Have highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Develop reverse briefs, assist on tenders & submissions for potential projects
• A lateral approach to problem solving, contributing to stakeholder negotiations and
• Using your time management skills, work autonomously on multiple projects under the direction of senior staff
• Project management skills. Taking responsibility of project tasks meeting client needs, deadlines and budget.
• Displays an ability to contribute to innovative solutions to situations and effectively explores alternatives and positions to meet the objectives of stakeholders

Other non-essential but relevant skills and qualifications applicable to the role depend on background and experience include any or;

• Relevant industry experience in a heritage field
• Architect or heritage architecture experience
• European or aboriginal archaeological experience
• Masters in heritage conservation or similar

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?

If you are an enthusiastic candidate, with the desire to become part of a driven and highly professional team, click on “Apply for this job.”

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