About us.
Urbis is more than just a consultancy. We are a multidisciplinary urban consultancy, inspiring and creating solutions for our ever-changing world. We empower our brightest minds with opportunities to push boundaries, collaborate and deliver exceptional, creative solutions for our clients and each other.
If you're looking to make transformational impact in our cities and communities, we're keen to meet you.
We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be. Here you will make a tangible difference and create positive impact, while gaining enviable industry experience and broad exposure to the most exciting work.
The opportunity & how you will make an impact.
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Consultant to join our growing Heritage team in our Brisbane office! This opportunity is suited to someone who is passionate about the progressive conservation and adaptive re-use of Australia's built heritage, and who values work that contributes to strong communities and the protection of shared history.
You will bring expertise in building conservation and statutory heritage planning, underpinned by a strong working knowledge of Queensland and national heritage frameworks. Your understanding of heritage legislation, building fabric, and the principles of conservation philosophy will inform your strategic advice and practical solutions across a diverse portfolio of heritage places-ranging from urban landmarks to regional and remote sites of cultural significance.
As a Built Heritage Consultant, every day is different, you will:
- Provide practical advice on a strategic level on a range of built heritage projects involving heritage conservation and adaptive reuse.
- Prepare historical and physical analysis of historic heritage sites, interpreting archival and contextual data to inform heritage reports and planning advice.
- Work across a wide range of applications and assist in developing proposals, tenders & submissions for potential projects.
- Assist with the preparation of reports including heritage studies, due diligence assessments, management plans and impact assessments.
- Respond quickly and communicate in a clear, concise and transparent manner to internal and external clients.
- Work alongside other professionals on a range of multi-disciplinary projects, working to specification, to deadlines, within budget and with a commercial outcome.
- Promote the firm and its services to create business opportunities.
- Comply with all workplace health safety (WHS) and wellbeing (WHS) policies and procedures, reporting any identified hazards, near misses, injuries and incidents.
About you.
We look for talented people who are purpose-driven and thrive in high-performing, inclusive and collaborative environments. You'll work across teams to bring out the best in others whilst bringing new thinking and energy.
We know everyone is different and bring different strengths and passions with them. In addition to yours, we're keen to connect with you if you bring the following experiences and attributes:
- Tertiary qualifications in Architecture, Heritage Conservation, or a closely related discipline.
- 2 - 5 years of professional experience in heritage advisory, planning, or conservation-preferably within a consultancy environment.
- Appreciation of Australian historical architecture, construction methods, and traditional building fabric.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver heritage assessments and reporting across a range of heritage-listed places.
- Has a proficient understanding of and ability to apply statutory heritage legislation, and principles of the Queensland Heritage Act 1992 to resolve and advise on projects.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing CMPs, HISs, and other technical reports to a high professional standard.
- Comfortable working independently or as part of a team on complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
- Committed to culturally respectful practice, including the recognition and protection of Aboriginal heritage and working collaboratively with Traditional Owners.
- A collaborative mindset, to bring out the best in yourself and others while bringing new thinking to Urbis and our clients
- Passion for purpose-led work, and driving a positive legacy for our communities, clients and yourself
- Authenticity to foster respect, trust and advocacy in all your work interactions
- Confidence and decisiveness to drive high performance for yourself, others and our clients
- Innovation and creativity when solving complex problems
- A digitally curious mindset, that is keen to explore how technology can contribute to our experience and efficiency
Why Urbis?
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:
- Salary continuance insurance, a generous 18 week 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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