Senior Planner

Senior Planner – Wellington Responsibilities Leading and contributing to the preparation of comprehensive environmental assessments and planning approval applications for multi‑disciplinary projects Acting as a Project Manager for routine projects, collaborating effectively with project stakeholders to ensure positive client experience in project delivery Working with a national team of planners, including learning from experienced Technical Directors and supporting the growth and development of less experienced planners, coaching and motivating them to deliver quality outcomes for clients Leading and contributing to the preparation of proposals and seeking out business development opportunities in a client‑facing role Growing and developing professionally through mentoring, training, and active involvement in professional organisations and GHD global technical communities Being part of a diverse, collaborative and supportive GHD culture, with the ability to work flexibly for work‑life balance Opportunity to leverage existing expertise or experience in community and stakeholder engagement, or upskill in this area, to develop and implement consultation and engagement strategies Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years’ experience in environmental planning Full Membership of the NZPI (or working towards this) Proven technical planning record in regional council, local council or private sector planning including consenting of infrastructure projects Project management experience, including financials, budgets, programming Experience in client management and business development Experience in community and stakeholder engagement advantageous Well‑developed communication skills – both verbal and written Proactive, decisive, and problem‑solving skills Strong analytical thinker; self‑motivated and energetic Enthusiastic to work collaboratively with other technical disciplines and think laterally to deliver integrated solutions on multi‑disciplinary projects Equal Employment Opportunity GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr