Planning Lead – WA Environment & Infrastructure

AECOM; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Extra annual leave

Public holiday swaps

Learning & development

Job summary

AECOM in Western Australia is seeking a seasoned Planning Leader to drive development approvals across WA. You will lead planning delivery, engage with clients, governments and stakeholders, and shape pathways under WA Planning and Development Act.

You will mentor a growing planning team, build a sustainable pipeline of work, and contribute to the growth strategy of WA Environment. AECOM offers hybrid work options and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Degree in Urban & Regional Planning or a related discipline.
• 12+ years' experience in urban, regional or statutory planning.
• Strong knowledge of Western Australia's planning system, legislation and approval pathways.
• Demonstrated experience securing planning and development approvals for complex projects.
• Proven ability to build client relationships, win work and develop new opportunities, with strong stakeholder engagement skills across government and private sector clients.
• Consulting experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and development approval processes for projects across Western Australia.
• Provide strategic advice on planning pathways under the WA Planning and Development Act and associated planning frameworks.
• Manage engagement with the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC), Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (DPLH), local governments and key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities and converting them into new work.
• Lead pursuits, proposals and tenders across the development, infrastructure and energy sectors.
• Act as the senior planning reviewer and technical lead for complex planning projects.
• Help establish, grow and mentor a future planning team in Western Australia.
• Contribute to the growth strategy and market presence of the Planning business in WA.

Skills

Planning leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Business development

Project delivery

Education

Urban & Regional Planning degree

Job description

AECOM in Western Australia is seeking a seasoned Planning Leader to drive development approvals across WA. You will lead planning delivery, engage with clients, governments and stakeholders, and shape pathways under WA Planning and Development Act.

You will mentor a growing planning team, build a sustainable pipeline of work, and contribute to the growth strategy of WA Environment. AECOM offers hybrid work options and clear career progression.