Senior Consultant - Built Heritage

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About This Role
Who we are:
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
Urbis has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Consultant to join our growing Heritage team in Perth! You will have the opportunity to work across a diverse, high profile, range of projects, leading expert quality written and verbal advice for our clients.
Acting as a trusted senior member of our Heritage team, you will be providing advice to clients on a range of projects including conservation management plans, heritage impact statements, interpretation plans, archival recording and architectural conservation documentation.
This is a full-time permanent position but there is flexibility to accommodate a work/life balance.
You Will
Lead and manage heritage projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes.Provide expert advice on heritage conservation, adaptive reuse, and heritage impact assessments.Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions.Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.Contribute to business development activities, including client relationship management and proposal preparation.
About You
An undergraduate degree in heritage conservation, history, architecture, or a related field. Post graduate qualifications or extensive experience in heritage conservation is highly desirable.Extensive experience in heritage consultancy, with a strong understanding of Western Australian heritage legislation and best practices.Proficient knowledge and ability to apply statutory heritage legislation from both the Heritage Act 2018 and the Planning and Development Act 2005Proven project management skills, with the ability to lead and deliver complex projects on time and within budget.Demonstrated ability to prepare high quality written reports using Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative suite software.Some ability to use AutoCAD for architectural conservation documentation is highly desirable.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.A passion for heritage and a commitment to preserving and enhancing our cultural legacy.
Why Urbis?
Benefits
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:
A competitive salary package based on skills and experience.Flexible working arrangements and an office in the heart of Perth's CBDOpportunity to work on projects across Australia and work from one of our other offices.Investment in professional membership and continued professional developmentSalary 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 training 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.”
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