Director, Environment and Planning

Aurecon

. Lead the strategy, pursuit and delivery of complex environmental approvals and Environmental Impact Statements under Queensland and Commonwealth legislation .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeBrisbane • AustraliaLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in leading Environmental Impact Statements and complex environmental approvals under relevant legislation, while effectively managing project performance and fostering client relationships. Proven ability to coach and develop multidisciplinary teams in a consulting environment.

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Environmental Impact StatementsEnvironmental ApprovalsEPBC ActClient Relationship ManagementMultidisciplinary Project Leadership

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Hard Skills

Environmental PlanningEnvironmental AssessmentEnvironmental EngineeringEnvironmental LawProject Performance ManagementRegulatory EngagementTechnical Quality AssuranceBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementApproval Pathways

Soft Skills

CoachingCollaborationClient FocusNegotiationCommercial Skills

Industry Keywords

Queensland LegislationCommonwealth LegislationState Development ProcessesTransport ProjectsWater ProjectsEnergy ProjectsResources ProjectsDefence ProjectsEmerging Infrastructure ProjectsQueensland Office of the Coordinator-General

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategy, pursuit and delivery of complex environmental approvals and Environmental Impact Statements under Queensland and Commonwealth legislation
Advise clients on approval pathways, environmental risks and opportunities, including matters under the EPBC Act and Queensland State Development processes
Build trusted client relationships, identify new opportunities and contribute to major Queensland and national pursuits
Lead multidisciplinary technical studies and engagement with State and Commonwealth regulatory agencies
Own project performance, including technical quality, scope, budget and schedule
Coach and support environmental professionals
Work across transport, water, energy, resources, airports, defence and emerging infrastructure projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Law or a related discipline
Significant experience in environmental planning, assessment and approvals, ideally in a consulting or multidisciplinary project environment
Recent experience leading Environmental Impact Statements and complex approvals under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 and Queensland legislation, including the State Development and Public Works Organisation Act 1971
Experience engaging and negotiating with regulatory bodies, including the Queensland Office of the Coordinator-General and relevant State and Commonwealth departments
Strong client relationship and commercial skills, including identifying opportunities, winning work and contributing to major proposals and pursuits
Experience leading complex projects and multidisciplinary technical teams
Collaborative approach to coaching and developing others
Technical credibility, client focus and ability to work collaboratively with an established senior team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Part-time or flexible working arrangements
Lifelong learning, career development and professional growth support
Inclusive, safe and empowered workplace culture
Recruitment adjustments available