Senior Planning Leader, WA Environment & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Hybrid work options

Annual leave benefits

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a senior planning leader to drive planning approvals across Western Australia. You will combine project delivery, client engagement and business development to build a strong and sustainable pipeline of work.

Lead development pathways under the WA Planning and Development Act, manage engagement with WA Planning Commission and local governments, and mentor a future planning team while growing the WA planning practice.

Qualifications

• Degree in Urban & Regional Planning required.
• 12+ years experience in urban, regional or statutory planning.
• Strong knowledge of WA planning system and approvals pathways.
• Proven ability to secure planning and development approvals for complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and development approvals for WA projects.
• Provide strategic advice on planning pathways under WA Planning and Development Act.
• Manage engagement with WA Planning Commission, DPLH, local governments and stakeholders.
• Build client relationships and identify opportunities to win work.
• Lead pursuits, proposals and tenders across development, infrastructure and energy sectors.
• Act as senior planning reviewer and technical lead for complex projects.
• Help establish and mentor a future planning team in WA.
• Contribute to growth strategy and market presence of the Planning business in WA.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Client relationships

Project management

Education

Degree in Urban & Regional Planning

Job description

AECOM is seeking a senior planning leader to drive planning approvals across Western Australia. You will combine project delivery, client engagement and business development to build a strong and sustainable pipeline of work.

Lead development pathways under the WA Planning and Development Act, manage engagement with WA Planning Commission and local governments, and mentor a future planning team while growing the WA planning practice.