Urbis is people focussed, and we want the best for our team, our clients, and our communities.We are a community of passionate problem solvers, sought out by clients for our fresh thinking and approach to their city-shaping projects.Our mission is to help create meaningful, sustainable cities & communities.Urbis is an employer of choice for gender equality (EOCGE), recognised through the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA), and active participants in the Federal Career Revive Initiative which supports the attraction and retention of women returning to work after a career break.We pride ourselves in empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be.Here you will make a tangible difference and positive impact, while gaining incredible industry experience and broad ranging exposure to the most exciting work.Urbis, Shaping futures your way!The Opportunity: We are looking for an innovative Associate Director in Landscape Architecture to join our Perth office, as part of our national Design team.As part of the Landscape Architecture leadership team, you will be driving the growth and development of the LA design offering in WA by leading and delivering high quality technical, production and design input to the National Design team.This involves demonstrating a broad understanding, passion, and skill base in the areas of landscape, built form, public realm design and placemaking.You will: Lead, manage and co-ordinate all aspects of the delivery of all project sizes including medium to large projects (including complex multi-disciplinary projects with Director support).This includes understanding and managing resourcing, program and fees and flagging issues as they arise to ensure project budget and deadlines are met; Expert proficiency and understanding in the detail of landscape architecture and the construction processes (the different phases, deliverables, contract documents and client expectations) with the expectations of creative landscape and public realm design flair and delivery input into multiple projects from concept stage through to design development, landscape documentation and construction administration; Developing and nurturing consulting staff capabilities and efficiency by providing coaching, mentoring, skills and career development including Brightest Minds review, technical guidance and management on a day-to-day basis; Build new and existing client relationships resulting in the generation of repeat work and strong professional networks across a range of industry sectors; Confidently and efficiently supporting or leading external and internal meetings (i.e.Resourcing meetings), delivering strategic Design strategies and business plan; Achieving commercial performance KPIs including team revenue targets, utilisation, personal fee budgets and Work Under Management through strong service delivery and effective project management; Demonstrating advanced understanding of the services and value of other Business Units (BUs) and the ability to speak to clients with a degree of acumen about the value other BUs can contribute to a project or process.(i.e.ability to cross-sell); Proactively identifying opportunities to engage and work collaboratively with colleagues from other disciplines and Business Units across national offices. About you: Tertiary qualifications in Landscape Architecture; Experience in a Design practice and/or consultancy environment; 10+ years relevant experience or equivalent experience; An ability to develop and document complex landscape architecture designs in AutoCAD and/or Revit /BIM and graphic (Adobe Creative Suite), 3d modelling and visualisation expertise (Sketchup / Rhino 3d / Lumion) formats; Strong Word and Excel skills to develop contract specifications and costing estimates. Why Urbis?Urbis is committed to fostering an inclusive, flexible, and diverse work environment.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and those returning to work after a career break.By joining us you will receive many benefits including: Salary continuance insurance, a generous parental leave policy, health & wellbeing programs and much more; Active mentorship by the best in the business, development of career goals and support in achieving them; Investment in ongoing training with all employees provided with an annual budget; Monthly morning teas and regular social events to celebrate professional and personal wins. Across all our sectors, you will play a part in shaping cities and communities.Bring your spark, and shape futures your way.How to Apply?If you are an enthusiastic candidate, with the desire to become part of a driven and highly professional team, click on "Apply for this job." Recruitment Agencies - thank you for thinking of us.We do endeavour to fill our opportunities through direct channels wherever possible, however, if we find that we do need agency assistance, we'll be in touch.#J-18808-Ljbffr