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Job Description
“AECOM has given me the opportunities, support and trust to build a career that's aligned with my ambitions and interests.” Lauren Spring, Sector Manager & Growth Lead
- Environment, WA Come grow with us. AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources,



promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage. Due to client and project demand, an opportunity exists to establish and grow a Planning capability within our WA Environment business. As the first dedicated planning leader in the team, and with the support of a well-established approvals team behind you, you'll combine project delivery, client engagement and business development to build a strong and sustainable pipeline of work. How you’ll make a difference Lead planning and development approval processes for projects across Western Australia. Provide strategic advice on planning pathways under the WA Planning and Development Act and associated planning frameworks. Manage engagement with the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC), Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (DPLH), local governments and key stakeholders. Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities and converting them into new work. Lead pursuits, proposals and tenders across the development, infrastructure and energy sectors. Act as the senior planning reviewer and technical lead for complex planning projects. Help establish, grow and mentor a future planning team in Western Australia. Contribute to the growth strategy and market presence of the Planning business in WA. Qualifications The qualities that help you thrive Degree in Urban & Regional Planning or a related discipline. 12+ years' experience in urban,



regional or statutory planning. Strong knowledge of Western Australia's planning system, legislation and approval pathways. Demonstrated experience securing planning and development approvals for complex projects. Proven ability to build client relationships, win work and develop new opportunities, with strong stakeholder engagement skills across government and private sector clients. Consulting experience is beneficial but not essential. Additional Information Why you’ll love working with us Adaptable work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year Swap public holidays
- swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better Continuous learning and growth
- lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the landson which we, our clients and our communities live and workaround Australia.
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📌 Associate Director (Perth)
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📍 Perth