Senior Planner

Job Overview

Join GHD, a global leader in engineering and professional services, as a Senior Planner in Christchurch, New Zealand. We are committed to environmental and community sustainability and seek a motivated individual to contribute to varied projects in transport, water, renewable energy, and social infrastructure. Become part of a vibrant team working collaboratively to deliver high-quality, sustainable solutions that positively impact the community and environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in developing comprehensive environmental assessments and preparing planning approval applications for multidisciplinary projects.
• Manage routine projects as a Project Manager, ensuring effective collaboration with stakeholders and delivering a positive client experience.
• Collaborate with a nationwide team of planners, provide mentorship and support to junior planners, helping them grow professionally.
• Take the lead in preparing proposals, identifying business development opportunities, and maintaining client relations in a client-facing capacity.
• Engage in ongoing professional growth through mentoring, training, professional organization involvement, and participation in global technical communities.
• Contribute to GHD's diverse and inclusive culture, with flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• Optionally, apply or enhance expertise in community and stakeholder engagement by creating and implementing consultation and engagement strategies.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree and at least eight years of experience in environmental planning.
• Be a full member or actively working towards full membership of the New Zealand Planning Institute (NZPI).
• Demonstrate a proven technical planning background within local/regional government bodies or the private sector, with experience in consenting infrastructure projects.
• Have project management skills, including managing finances, budgets, and scheduling.
• Exhibit client management and business development experience.
• Community and stakeholder engagement experience is beneficial.
• Display excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Be proactive, decisive, and capable of effective problem-solving.
• Possess strong analytical thinking, with a self-driven, energetic work ethic.
• Value collaboration with other technical disciplines and the ability to generate integrated solutions for multidisciplinary projects.

Additional Information

GHD promotes equal employment opportunities and values diversity across all backgrounds, genders, and cultures. We encourage you to bring your unique perspectives to help achieve shared goals. Please note, we respectfully request no agency applications at this stage.

About GHD

GHD is an employee-owned global professional services firm with expertise spanning engineering, architecture, and construction. With over 11,000 skilled professionals operating out of 200+ offices worldwide, we strive to address critical global challenges such as water sustainability, energy, and urbanisation through our commitment to responsible solutions. Join us to make a meaningful difference and drive real change through dedication and innovation.