AddressPrincipal Consultant / Senior Town Planner - Shape the Future of Western Australia!
Are you a seasoned Town Planner passionate about sustainable urban and regional development? Do you thrive in dynamic, challenging environments where your expertise directly shapes communities? We are seeking a dedicated Principal Consultant to lead our Urban/ Regional Planning department in Western Australia and contribute to our vision for a vibrant, resilient and sustainable future.
About the Role:
As a Principal Consultant (Planning), you will drive the growth of Trace Enterprises, generation of new planning clients/ leads and work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team, stakeholders, and local communities to deliver strategic, innovative, and sustainable planning outcomes. This position is an exceptional opportunity to leave a lasting legacy on the Western Australian landscape.
Key Responsibilities:
With a focus on diverse projects across the commercial, residential, industrial, and community sectors, your responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
- Lead generation and client relationship management.
- Developing professional relationships and liaise with various stakeholders including government bodies, developers, and community groups.
- Management of assigned department budgets.
- Developing growth strategies in collaboration with Trace Enterprises senior management team.
- Overseeing and managing complex town planning projects from inception to completion.
- Undertaking a high level of planning research, interpretation, and report
writing. - Providing expert advice on local and state planning policies and regulations.
- Preparing and presenting a range of documents including planning reports, site appraisals, development applications and other planning application
documentation to clients, stakeholders, and at public meetings. - Working across a wide range of applications to contribute to proposals,
tenders, and submissions for potential projects. - Working closely with our Heritage and Environmental teams on tender
documents and projects.
About You:
You are a seasoned professional with a minimum of 3 years experience in town planning within the Western Australian planning consulting industry. You are driven to grow the department and generate new leads. You possess a deep understanding of Western Australian planning regulations, policies, and procedures. Your excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills enable you to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholder groups.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
- Tertiary qualifications in urban and regional planning, geography or similar.
- Minimum 3 years experience as a planning consultant in Western Australia.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability and passion to network and generate new client leads.
- An ability to research, problem-solve and think laterally.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- An understanding of planning principles and the ability to apply them.
- The ability to apply relevant statutory planning legislation to the projects.
Benefits:
At Trace Enterprises, we believe that our team is our most valuable asset. We provide a comprehensive total reward framework to ensure they are well looked after. This includes support, incentives and a healthy work/life balance. Our goal is to create a happy, engaged team that is passionate about their work and committed to delivering the best possible service to our clients.
Benefits for working at Trace include (but are not limited to):
- Competitive salary package, plus commission.
- Annual bonuses based on performance
- Mobile phone allowance
- 4-day work week
- Flexible work arrangements to support a healthy work/life balance
- Professional development support includes work-related memberships, conferences and access to training courses
- Support, guidance and mentorship
- Employee care program
- Opportunity to work on and manage a diverse range of projects
- Career growth and opportunities to lead and mentor.
- Amazingly situated office in Osborne Park.
- Friendly, welcoming and outgoing team of professionals
- Pet-friendly office.
Join us to shape the future of Western Australia, contributing to its growth and vitality. If you are looking for a role that offers both professional growth and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Application submissions and information:
Please submit your CV and Cover Letter outlining why you are the ideal candidate for the role to Trace's CEO and Managing Director Joshua Davis at ************@traceenterprises.com
For information regarding the job role, please contact Trace Enterprises' Chief Operating Officer Rochelle Tonkin on (08) 9446 61***or email ***************@traceenterprises.com
Join us to shape the future of Western Australia, contributing to its growth and vitality. If you are looking for a role that offers both professional growth and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Apply now and become a part of the team shaping Western Australia’s future!
