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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR URBAN PLANNING SYDNEY

•  Location: Sydney and Western Sydney (multiple offices)
• Competitive Salary Package with additional bonus scheme, pathway to Director
• Medium to large scale (state-significant) projects across NSW

The Company

This well-regarded consultancy is going through a growth period – and as part of that process, they’re looking for an Associate Director based in their Western Sydney office in Parramatta.

As one of the key players in Western Sydney, they have work in diverse types of developments and clients (private and government). They provide advice and services in strategic planning, statutory planning, social planning, transport planning, analytics and tech.

About You

As an Associate Director, you will be providing urban planning services – mainly in statutory planning including due diligence assessment, development advisory, planning pathways advice, and planning proposals.

We are interested to speak with candidates who demonstrate strong technical experience with the NSW Planning system (circa 10+ years’) – would suit a Senior/Principal looking to step up or an AD looking for new opportunities.

HOW TO APPLY
 
Apply directly via the links or get in touch with consultants at Planned Resources for a confidential discussion!

• Cindy Tran on 0406 849 717 or email 
• Leo Liemesak on 0450 911 172 or email 

For a full list of available opportunities in the Town Planning field, please visit our Planning Job Opportunities page.

Job Title: Urban Planning Expert

Service Line: Government & Public Sector

Sub-service line: IIDA

Location: Kanpur, on-site, no work from home

>>About KPMG India: G&PS – IIDA

Advisory Industrial and infrastructure development holds critical significance for India's economic growth, acting as a catalyst for greenfield/ brownfield infrastructure development, industrial deepening, enhanced productivity, job creation and achieving ambitious development goals. The Government's unwavering commitment to advancing economic expansion is evident through transformative national programs and amplified capital spending. By strategically prioritizing these sectors, the government aims to lay the foundation for sustained progress, regional inclusivity, and heightened global competitiveness, helping ensure a robust and prosperous future for the nation. The Industrial and Infrastructure Development Advisory (IIDA) practice of KPMG in India has been advising and assisting India’s development objective by seamlessly bridging the gap between Government’s vision and execution, steering impactful initiatives across the spectrum of infrastructure, industrial and Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) development as well as tourism, leisure, and sports. Our multidisciplinary approach blends cutting-edge strategies, regulatory acumen, and global best practices. Our team of multi-domain experts has successfully delivered national priority strategic engagements, providing guidance and insights to central and state governments, Public Sector Units (PSUs), and multilateral institutions

About the Role:

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Urban Planning professional at the Assistant Manager level to support strategic planning and policy implementation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in urban planning, hands-on experience with GIS tools , and a proven track record of working on government policy and regulatory frameworks .

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the drafting, review, and implementation of urban planning policies, rules, and regulations at the State and Central Government levels.
• Conduct project appraisals , feasibility studies, and impact assessments for urban development initiatives.
• Utilize GIS tools for spatial analysis, mapping, and data visualization to inform planning decisions.
• Collaborate with government departments, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with planning objectives.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external use.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of urban planning projects and provide strategic inputs.

Key Requirements:

• Postgraduate degree (Master’s) in Urban Planning from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in urban planning, with demonstrable GIS expertise .
• Experience in policy drafting , regulatory tasks , and project appraisal for State/Central Government initiatives.
• Strong understanding of urban development frameworks, planning norms, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Familiarity with urban planning software and tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Prior experience in consulting or working with government agencies is a plus.

Job Title: Urban Planning Expert

Service Line: Government & Public Sector

Sub-service line: IIDA

Location: Kanpur, on-site, no work from home

>>About KPMG India: G&PS – IIDA

Advisory Industrial and infrastructure development holds critical significance for India's economic growth, acting as a catalyst for greenfield/ brownfield infrastructure development, industrial deepening, enhanced productivity, job creation and achieving ambitious development goals. The Government's unwavering commitment to advancing economic expansion is evident through transformative national programs and amplified capital spending. By strategically prioritizing these sectors, the government aims to lay the foundation for sustained progress, regional inclusivity, and heightened global competitiveness, helping ensure a robust and prosperous future for the nation. The Industrial and Infrastructure Development Advisory (IIDA) practice of KPMG in India has been advising and assisting India’s development objective by seamlessly bridging the gap between Government’s vision and execution, steering impactful initiatives across the spectrum of infrastructure, industrial and Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) development as well as tourism, leisure, and sports. Our multidisciplinary approach blends cutting-edge strategies, regulatory acumen, and global best practices. Our team of multi-domain experts has successfully delivered national priority strategic engagements, providing guidance and insights to central and state governments, Public Sector Units (PSUs), and multilateral institutions

About the Role:

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Urban Planning professional at the Assistant Manager level to support strategic planning and policy implementation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in urban planning, hands-on experience with GIS tools , and a proven track record of working on government policy and regulatory frameworks .

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the drafting, review, and implementation of urban planning policies, rules, and regulations at the State and Central Government levels.
• Conduct project appraisals , feasibility studies, and impact assessments for urban development initiatives.
• Utilize GIS tools for spatial analysis, mapping, and data visualization to inform planning decisions.
• Collaborate with government departments, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with planning objectives.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external use.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of urban planning projects and provide strategic inputs.

Key Requirements:

• Postgraduate degree (Master’s) in Urban Planning from a recognized institution.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in urban planning, with demonstrable GIS expertise .
• Experience in policy drafting , regulatory tasks , and project appraisal for State/Central Government initiatives.
• Strong understanding of urban development frameworks, planning norms, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Attributes:

• Familiarity with urban planning software and tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Prior experience in consulting or working with government agencies is a plus.

Planner/Senior DA Planner

• Private consultancy in Brisbane
• Diverse land-use projects across QLD
• Salary up to circa $120k package – negotiable depending on the candidate.

A private planning consultancy in Brisbane is looking for a Planner/DA Planner to join their team in Brisbane.

The company has a wide range of work in 29 Council areas covering SE and North Queensland to Northern NSW. Hence, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects including:

• Residential: boutique developments, hotels, student accommodations
• Commercial: shopping centres and childcare centres
• Warehouses/industrial use
• Community: disability housing
• Greenfield and subdivisions

The company has 3 Directors giving a broad range of leadership and support – and your work will be split across clients rather than sectors. This means that you will not be pigeon-holed, and you will be able to work on diverse projects.

The role is ideal for those with 2+ years’ experience as a Town Planner within the QLD Planning system. We are open to candidates from either consulting or government background, and we are also open to consider candidates looking for part time arrangements (3-4 days/week).

Salaries range from $5k – $1 0k + super but negotiable depending on the candidate. Hybrid/flexible working arrangements can also be negotiated with the right candidate.

For more information, please contact Leo Liemesak at Planned Resources on 0450 911 172 or email

This is a fantastic opportunity for a go-getter who’s keen to make their mark in Sydney’s planning industry.

• Award winning Planning and Design consultancy in North Sydney
• Lead and develop the Urban Planning team.
• A mix of BD, technical delivery, and people management.

Planned Resources are partnering with a national planning and design consultancy currently looking for a Principal/Associate Director to lead and develop their Urban Planning team.

The studio is going through a growth period – working alongside Landscape Architects and Urban Designers, the Planning team projects and clients are quite broad – but more skewed towards private clients. They have work in a range of sectors including commercial, mixed use, master planning and renewables.

This role will be a mix of technical delivery (50%) with business development component (30%) plus people management (20%).

We are keen to speak with candidates with extensive experience with NSW Planning system (10+ years’) – either from consulting or government background. When it comes to BD, they have a BD plan which can be adjusted and reviewed every 6 months, and we’re keen to speak with someone who knows NSW and Sydney well. You will be overseeing a team of 2 – with the view to grow the team in the future. You will have plenty of support from State Manager, Practice Lead, as well as Directors to ensure success.

The office is situated in North Sydney, and they do offer hybrid working arrangements. Salary range is open – depends on the candidate and what they can offer.

For more information and a confidential chat, please contact Leo Liemesak at Planned Resources on 0450 911 172 or email

Planning Lead – Urban Planning & Regional Planning

We are working with a multi-disciplinary, well-established, and award-wining advisory practice having presence in major capital cities in Australia. This firm takes pride in their strong research and analytic capabilities, which offer unique insights and solutions for their client projects – from urban economics, property/industry-specific analysis, financial modelling, data analytics and GIS mapping!

As part of the plan to expand their Queensland planning practise, they are seeking to recruit a Planning Lead to be based in their Brisbane office. In this role, you will be working on and providing technical guidance on several large scale, long term strategic projects including master planning, planning proposals, reviewing and drafting infrastructure/development funding and contribution, reviewing policy and planning documentations, as well as working on other statutory planning and DA projects.

Whats on Offer:

• Competitive salary package that commensurate with experience
• Diverse client projects, strategic and statutory, urban and regional, mid to large scale
• Supportive and collaborative working culture. You’ll work alongside other experts across their offices including economists, analysts, architects, engineers, urban designers and problem solvers!

This is a full-time, permanent role. Salary package circa $160,000 – $190,000 per year commensurate with experience.

If you have 10+ years of statutory and strategic planning experience, either from government, private sector or consulting background, and have strong understanding of Queensland Planning system, we want to hear from you!

Manager, Planning and Urban Design

• Permanent Full-Time Role (35 hours per week)
• Location: Parramatta CBD and Centennial Park
• Salary commensurate with experience, starting from $125,693 + super

Are you a planner who is passionate about vibrant and sustainable parklands? This role could be for you!

Planned Resources is proud to partner with Greater Sydney Parklands in recruiting the Manager, Planning and Urban Design to help shape Sydney’s iconic urban parklands.

In this unique role, you will lead the charge in creating strategic plans and delivering innovative urban design solutions for Greater Sydney Parklands. From preparing impactful Plans of Management, to advising on complex planning matters, this role offers the chance to influence and make a positive impact on Sydney’s most cherished green spaces.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead across strategic planning and statutory planning matters
• Develop and renew Plans of Management for GSP parks
• Provide evidence-based advice by interpreting planning legislation, environmental planning instruments and policy

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Urban Planning or related discipline
• Strong background and experience in strategic planning and/or open space planning, particularly in a public sector environment
• Background or experience in urban design and graphic skills (Adobe Creative Suite) is highly regarded
• Current Australian driver’s license and ability to attend work at site within GSP portfolio

This role operates within a dynamic and complex environment where strong creativity, collaboration, project leadership, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving abilities are critical to achieving success.

To Apply

If you’re excited about making a lasting impact on Sydney’s parklands and open spaces, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now by submitting your resume and cover letter by Sunday, 16th March 2025 .

For a full copy of the Position Description and further inquiries, please contact:

• Cindy Tran: | 0406 849 717
• Leo Liemesak: | 0450 911 172

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process.