Urban Design & Planning (Design & Architecture) Full time Urban Strategies is an industry leader in the delivery of town planning services.We are a dynamic team of professionals who are passionate about encouraging and facilitating high-quality planning and development outcomes.Our depth of experience allows us to work on a broad range of projects, which are often complex, challenging, and highly rewarding.The Role We are currently seeking a motivated and proactive early career town planner to join Urban Strategies.Opportunities exist to work in either our Gold Coast or Brisbane office. You will be working with our experienced team to assist in the provision of a range of planning services that will include land use planning, project planning, and strategy and application management.Key duties will include: Management of Development ApplicationsProviding property development adviceProviding clients with strategic advice on the planning and development processLiaising with clients, specialist consultants, and Government AuthoritiesCo-ordinating work input/output from project teamsMentoring of junior staffTo be successful in this role you will require: Urban and Regional Planning Degree recognised by the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA)5+ years experience in the industryAn in-depth knowledge of the Planning Act along with State and Local policiesAbility to provide high-level technical expertise to ensure quality project delivery to clientsExperience in providing strategic and statutory planning advice to clientsStrong commitment to client service and a passion to shape planning outcomesAbility to work effectively and build productive working relationships with internal and external clientsExperience working in a team environment - be highly motivated and an active team playerExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHigh level of effective problem solving and negotiation skillsAbility to produce high-quality reports and correspondenceAbility to effectively time manage projects to ensure they are delivered on time and to a high standard.Why Urban Strategies? Urban Strategies values our people and believes in fostering a strong workplace ethos of commitment, professionalism, and a collective enthusiasm for what we do.We provide attractive remuneration, support and encourage career development, offer flexibility in work arrangements, and promote a healthy and social workplace that is inclusive and embraces diversity.If you are ready to join the Urban Strategies Team, email a short cover letter and your CV to Dianne Angus at (email protected).Your application will include the following questions:How many years' experience do you have with project planning and scheduling?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?Do you have customer service experience?How many years' experience do you have as a town planner?How many years of project management experience do you have?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr