Associate Director / Town Planning Manager

Willowtree Planning Pty Ltd; North Sydney Council; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear progression pathways

Mentorship from senior leaders

Flexible working options

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Willowtree Planning Pty Ltd seeks an Associate Director/Town Planning Manager for their North Sydney office. The role involves managing complex planning projects and mentoring technical staff, ensuring high-quality outcomes through teamwork and commitment to quality.

With an ambitious growth strategy, successful candidates will manage large-scale development applications, work closely with the executive team, and engage in ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Approx. 10-15 years' experience in town planning.
• REAP qualified or nearing 10 years' experience on major projects.
• Strong understanding of environmental planning documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prepare large-scale development applications and planning proposals.
• Secure new business opportunities.
• Mentor and manage technical staff.

Skills

Team alignment

Town planning qualification

Project management

Planning due diligence advice

NSW Planning legislation knowledge

High quality writing

Education

Qualification in town planning or related discipline

Job description

Associate Director / Town Planning Manager

Willowtree Planning specialises in transforming development concepts and visions to living, breathing outcomes . We bridge the gap between complex and simple through teamwork, an unwavering commitment to quality and our will to win. Boasting a range of institutional and private clients, we have offices in Sydney and Brisbane.

Underpinned by an ambitious growth strategy, Willowtree Planning is looking to appoint an Associate Director in our North Sydney office.

If you want to join the A-Team, here is what we need:

• You Align with Willowtree Planning’s Core Values ofTeam, Quality, A will to win, and Integrity;
• You have a qualification in town planning or related discipline, with approx. 10-15 years' experience;
• REAP qualified or nearing 10 years’ experience working on major projects;
• You thrive on project managing complex planning projects and co-ordinate various sub-consultants;
• You have experience in providing planning due diligence advice and planning approvals pathway advice and strategies;
• You have a strong understanding of current NSW Planning legislation and recent changes to legislation;
• You have Experience in the preparation of Statements of Environmental Effects, Environmental Impact Statements and Planning Proposal documents;
• Attention to detail and proven ability to write high quality and concise advice, reports and submissions.

Your Responsibilities:

• Independently manage and prepare large-scale development applications and planning proposals, namely design competitions and state significant development projects;
• Maintain research of industry and regulatory technical developments;
• Provide efficient and effective consulting services;
• Independent attendance at meetings as required including inception meetings, client meetings, council and panel meetings;
• Securing new business opportunities;
• Work closely with the executive and senior management team in the implementation of the Business’s systems, processes, procedures, Quality Assurance practices and project methodologies;
• Ensure budget targets are achieve and maintained, including your direct reports;
• Mentor and manage technical staff.

With us, you can expect:

• Access to the best work, the best projects and the best clients;
• Learning, Development and mentoring programs;
• Annual remuneration review and bonus structure to reward top performance;
• Generous parental leave policy;
• Staff wellness contribution per annum;
• Flexible Working including working from home on Wednesdays;
• Value Awards to recognise employee’s exceptional behaviour aligning with our values;
• The Opportunity to work closely with the MD and Director/s;
• Exposure to a range of industry events, breakfasts, lunches, presentations, B2Bs and industry working groups.

Willowtree Planning specialises in transforming development concepts and visions to living, breathing outcomes . We offer integrated town planning, strategic advisory and communications services. Creating efficiency for clients, reducing friction, and accelerating better outcomes. We bridge the gap between complex and simple through teamwork, an unwavering commitment to quality and our will to win. Boasting a range of institutional and private clients, we have offices in Sydney and Brisbane.

Willowtree Planning specialises in transforming development concepts and visions to living, breathing outcomes . We offer integrated town planning, strategic advisory and communications services. Creating efficiency for clients, reducing friction, and accelerating better outcomes. We bridge the gap between complex and simple through teamwork, an unwavering commitment to quality and our will to win. Boasting a range of institutional and private clients, we have offices in Sydney and Brisbane.

Perks and benefits

• Clear progression pathways
• Mentorship from senior leaders
• Exposure to major projects across Australia
• Ongoing professional development
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Annual retreats & team events