Associate Director – Strategic Planning (Brisbane)
- Urbis Employer of Choice for gender equality WGEA (2022-24)
- Enjoy a flexible and dynamic work environment
- Add value to the growth of our business across sectors and clients
Who we are:
Urbis is people focussed, and we want the best for our team, our clients, and our communities. Our mission is about helping people create meaningful, sustainable cities & communities. We are a community of passionate problem solvers, sought out by clients for our fresh thinking and approach to their city-shaping projects. Here you will make a tangible difference and positive impact, while gaining incredible industry experience and broad ranging exposure to the most exciting work.
We pride ourselves in empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be. You will have the benefits of salary continuance insurance, generous parental leave policy for both primary & secondary carers, work life balance, health & wellbeing programs and much more.
Urbis is an employer of choice for gender equality (EOCGE), recognised through the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
Urbis shaping Futures your way!
The Opportunity:
We currently have an opportunity for an Associate Director to join our Brisbane Planning team.
You will have the opportunity to work alongside some of Queensland’s most well-recognised names in planning on some of the most significant and exciting development projects occurring in South-East Queensland
The role is supported by highly experienced Directors and a market leading national Urban Planning team. Urbis provides an exciting multi-disciplinary environment to refine your skills and grow your career.
You will:
- Apply your in-depth understanding of Strategic urban planning and offer expert advice and services to cater to our clients’ needs.
- Manage medium to large size strategic planning projects including the scoping and costing of projects, and formulating tenders.
- Support Directors to achieve ‘whole-of-office’ business plan outcomes, in conjunction with other Business Units.
- Lead strategic projects for tier 1 private and government clients, helping to shape the future form and function of Queensland.
- Proactively identify opportunities to engage and work collaboratively with colleagues from other disciplines and Business Units across Brisbane and the broader firm.
About You:
- A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience, ideally gained in a consultancy environment.
- Tertiary qualifications in Urban Planning or a related discipline.
- Proven ability to manage and develop team members.
- Proven track record of identifying and winning new business.
Why Urbis?
Urbis is committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive, supports flexibility, and welcomes diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and an employer of choice for gender equality (EOCGE), recognised through the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). As a member of our team, you will have the benefit of:
- Working in a truly flexible workplace, while maintaining strong client support and engagement.
- Active mentorship, development of career goals and support in achieving them.
- Investment in ongoing training with all employees provided with an annual training budget.
- Opportunities to partake in internal and external networking and social events across the State and Nationally.
- Working on city-shaping projects alongside the best in the industry, and across all sectors.
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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