Principal Urban Planner

Your leadership andexpertisewill directly contribute to some of Melbournes most significant and transformative infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

Your role will include but not be limited to:

• Leading the delivery of statutory and strategic planning services across major infrastructure water and urban development projects.

• Providingexpert planning advice throughout all project phases from feasibility and development through to approvals and delivery.

• Managing and securing planning approvals including planning permit applications Heritage Act permits and other regulatory processes.

• Acting as a trusted advisor to water utility clients government agencies and infrastructure providers supporting the successful delivery of critical assets and services.

• Building andmaintainingstrong relationships with clients government authorities communities and internal stakeholders.

• Leading multidisciplinary project teams and coordinating specialist sub-consultants to ensure high-quality project outcomes.

• Preparing and reviewing technical reports planning assessments and approval documentation.

• Supporting business development activities client engagement initiatives and the growth of our planning and environmental services offering.

• Mentoring and developing junior planners while fostering a collaborative high-performing team environment.

About You

You are a highly accomplished planning professional withsignificant experiencedelivering planning outcomes for major infrastructure projects. You bring a strong understanding of Victorias planning framework and have successfully navigated complex approval pathways for large-scale developments.

Ideally you haveestablishedconsultingexperience working within the water industry and/or partnering with water utility clients giving you a strong appreciation of the planning challenges and opportunities associated with essential water infrastructure.

You are a natural leader who enjoys mentoring others building strong client relationships and driving exceptional project outcomes.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Urban Planning Environmental Planning or a related discipline.

• 10 years experience in statutory and strategic planning ideally within major infrastructure water utilities or urban development projects.

• Demonstrated experience working with or delivering projects for water authorities water utilities or the broader water sector.

• Strong knowledge of Victorian planning and environmental approvals processes particularly for major and complex infrastructure projects.

• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior planning professionals.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills including experience working with government agencies utility providers and project partners.

• Strong business development capability anda track recordof building andmaintainingclient relationships.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Eligibility for membership of a relevant professional planning association.

Why Join KBR

At KBR we partner with our clients to deliver complex and meaningful projects that make a difference. As part of ourPlanning and Environmentteamyoullhave the opportunity to work on someof Australias mostsignificantinfrastructureprojects supported by industry-leading technical specialists and a collaborative culture.

Withnearly 2000employees across Australia we offer:

• Opportunity to work oniconicinfrastructureprojects.

• Exposure to nationally significant projects that contribute to Australias future capabilities.

• Ongoing professional developmenttrainingand career progression opportunities.A collaborative and inclusive culture built on ourOne Teamapproach.

• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.

• Access to multidisciplinary teams and national career pathways.

KBR Values

At KBRWe Value Our People We Deliver We Are People of Integrity We Empower and We Are a Team of Teams.

Our people-first culture is central to our success and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrivegrowand make a meaningful impact.

Help Shape Tomorrow

Ifyourelooking to applyyourplanningexpertiseto projects that support criticalinfrastructurewedlove to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of a team delivering solutions that matter.

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