Location: Perth, WA (Western Suburbs)
New purpose-built office opening late ****
Salary: Highly Competitive
Potential for work in/ buy in options
Competitive Bonuses
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About The Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Planning Manager to lead their in-house planning function and drive the successful delivery of a diverse property development portfolio across Western Australia. Reporting to senior leadership, this role will oversee a team of six planners and play a key role in shaping strategic planning outcomes, managing approvals, and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation transitioning into a new purpose-built office in Perth's western suburbs, offering a modern and collaborative working environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 6 planners in a large multi disciplinary consultancy, fostering performance, capability development, and engagement
Oversee planning strategy and statutory approvals across residential, mixed-use, and/or commercial developments
Manage all stages of the planning process including feasibility input, due diligence, applications, and approvals
Provide strategic advice to development and executive teams on planning risks, opportunities, and timelines
Build and maintain strong relationships with local councils, government authorities, and external consultants
Monitor and interpret changes in planning legislation, policies, and regulatory frameworks




Drive efficiencies in planning processes, systems, and reporting
Support site acquisition and project feasibility with planning insights
Ensure projects align with planning frameworks, community expectations, and sustainability considerations
About You
Degree-qualified in Urban & Regional Planning or a related discipline
Significant recent experience in a WA based planning consultancy
Proven track record managing planning approvals and complex developments
Minimum of 10 years experience in a private consultancy
Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing teams
Strong understanding of WA planning frameworks and statutory processes
Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
Commercially astute, with the ability to balance risk, timelines, and project outcomes
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
Why Apply?
Leadership role with direct impact on high-profile development projects
Opportunity to shape and grow an internal planning function
Work within a team-oriented, forward-thinking development business
Move into a new, purpose-built office in Perth's western suburbs
Competitive salary package
Potential for work in/ buy in options
Competitive Bonuses
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How to Apply
If you are a motivated planning professional ready to take the next step into a leadership role, I'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or call Jake Williamson on .
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