Director, Environmental Planning & Approvals

Aurecon Group; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon, a engineering optimist, seeks a Director in Queensland to lead complex environmental planning, approvals and Environmental Impact Statements for major infrastructure projects. Based in Brisbane, Mackay, Gladstone or Maroochydore, you will guide multi-disciplinary teams and navigate EPBC Act and state processes.

You will build client relationships, win work, manage budgets and schedules, and mentor environmental professionals, working within a growing team of 80+ experts across

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Law or related.
• Significant experience in environmental planning, assessment and approvals.
• Experience leading Environmental Impact Statements under EPBC Act and Queensland legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex environmental approvals and Environmental Impact Statements across major infrastructure and industry projects.
• Advise clients on approval pathways and environmental risks.
• Build trusted client relationships and contribute to major proposals and pursuits.
• Lead multidisciplinary technical studies and engagement with regulatory agencies.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Commercial thinking

Collaborative leadership

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Law or related

Job description

Aurecon, a engineering optimist, seeks a Director in Queensland to lead complex environmental planning, approvals and Environmental Impact Statements for major infrastructure projects. Based in Brisbane, Mackay, Gladstone or Maroochydore, you will guide multi-disciplinary teams and navigate EPBC Act and state processes.

You will build client relationships, win work, manage budgets and schedules, and mentor environmental professionals, working within a growing team of 80+ experts across