Senior Technical Director, Urban & Regional Planning

GHD; Bunbury; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Technical Director – Planner to join the WA Environment Business Group. You will deliver major urban and regional planning projects across Western Australia, providing strategic guidance and leading a high-performing team.

With 10+ years in planning, WA consulting experience is valued, along with strong knowledge of WA planning policy and approvals. The role focuses on client leadership, risk management and building lasting stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Urban and Regional Planning with 10+ years of planning experience.
• WA experience in consulting and delivering major projects is highly regarded.
• Strong knowledge of WA planning system, policy frameworks and approvals.
• Proven client leadership including account management and business development.
• Commercial acumen, risk management and strong communication skills.
• Collaborative, client-focused approach to build high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership, strategic advice and resource coordination across a diverse portfolio.
• Act as Technical Director/reviewer on design and delivery of complex urban and regional planning projects.
• Build and maintain client relationships, lead key pursuits and contribute to proposals.
• Mentor and develop the Planning team through training and knowledge sharing.
• Liaise with government clients, agencies, internal specialists and sub-consultants.
• Provide visible leadership and coaching to uplift capability and uphold GHD values.

Skills

Urban planning

Leadership

Strategic advisory

Project delivery

Client relationships

Education

Tertiary qualification in Urban and Regional Planning

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Job description

GHD is seeking a Technical Director – Planner to join the WA Environment Business Group. You will deliver major urban and regional planning projects across Western Australia, providing strategic guidance and leading a high-performing team.

With 10+ years in planning, WA consulting experience is valued, along with strong knowledge of WA planning policy and approvals. The role focuses on client leadership, risk management and building lasting stakeholder relationships.