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Senior Consultant / Associate Director - Heritage

Senior Consultant / Associate Director - Heritage

UrbisPerth, WA, AU
4 days ago
Job description

About this role

Who we are :

Urbis is people focussed, and we want the best for our team, our clients, and our communities. Our mission is about helping people create meaningful, sustainable cities & communities. We are a community of passionate problem solvers, sought out by clients for our fresh thinking and approach to their city-shaping projects. Here you will make a tangible difference and positive impact, while gaining incredible industry experience and broad ranging exposure to the most exciting work.

We pride ourselves in empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be. You will have the benefits of salary continuance insurance, work life balance, health & wellbeing programs and generous parental leave policy for both primary & secondary carers. This includes leave to organise adoptions, surrogacy, and foster care arrangements.

Urbis is an employer of choice for gender equality (EOCGE), recognised through the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). We are also an AWEI Bronze Employer, honoured by the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) for our commitment to fostering genuine inclusion and accessibility for all employees.

Urbis shaping futures your way!

The Opportunity

We are offering an exciting opportunity for an inspiring and forward-thinking Senior Consultant / Associate Director – Heritage to join our Perth-based team . This senior role is ideal for a heritage professional who is passionate about the progressive preservation and adaptive re-use of Australia's built heritage , and who thrives on delivering meaningful work that shapes communities and protects our shared history.

You will bring expertise in building conservation and statutory heritage planning , underpinned by a strong working knowledge of Western Australian 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 natural collaborator, you will mentor and support a high-performing team, working across complex, multidisciplinary projects alongside architects, planners, engineers, and other specialists. You will play a critical role in strengthening our Perth heritage practice while contributing to national initiatives and the long-term growth of the business.

This is more than a job—it's a chance to lead projects that make a lasting impact, to shape best-practice heritage outcomes, and to champion a respectful, inclusive, and future-focused approach to heritage conservation in Western Australia.

You will :

  • Provide informed, strategic, and practical leadership on a wide range of heritage matters, including :

Heritage assessments and significance studies

  • Conservation Management Plans (CMPs)
  • Heritage Impact Statements (HISs)
  • Interpretation planning and storytelling
  • Archival recording and analysis
  • Architectural conservation supervision
  • Expert witness services where required
  • Lead, mentor, and support junior and mid-level staff in the delivery of heritage reports and projects of the highest quality.
  • Prepare winning proposals, tenders, and submissions to secure new opportunities and strengthen client relationships.
  • Lead preparation historical and physical analysis of historic heritage sites, interpreting archival and contextual data to inform heritage reports and planning advice.
  • Oversee project lifecycles from inception through to completion, ensuring delivery is on time, on budget, and aligned with client expectations and regulatory requirements.
  • Work in close collaboration with professionals from other disciplines to deliver integrated, innovative, and sustainable project outcomes.
  • Represent the firm in professional forums, public engagements, and industry events, actively promoting our heritage capabilities and values.
  • Manage your workload and project hours with discipline and accountability, contributing to the financial performance of the team.
  • About You :

  • Tertiary qualifications in Architecture, Heritage Conservation, or a closely related discipline.
  • 7+ years of professional experience in heritage advisory, planning, or conservation—preferably within a consultancy environment.
  • Advanced appreciation of Australian historical architecture, construction methods, and traditional building fabric.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality heritage assessments and reporting across a range of heritage-listed places.
  • Strong working knowledge of Western Australian and national heritage legislation, policies, and statutory planning processes.
  • Proven experience in mentoring and on-the-job coaching, with a supportive and constructive approach to developing junior staff.
  • Strong business acumen with experience in business development, client engagement, and securing new or repeat consultancy work.
  • 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.
  • Why Urbis?

    As a member of our team, you will have the benefit of :

  • Working in environment that is inclusive, supports flexibility, and welcomes diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer (recognised through EOCGE, WGEA and AWEI).
  • 18 weeks parental leave policy;
  • Working in a truly flexible workplace, while maintaining strong client support and engagement.
  • Active mentorship, development of career goals and support in achieving them.
  • Investment in ongoing training with all employees provided with an annual training budget.
  • Professional membership fees covered.
  • Opportunities to participate in industry events, breakfasts, lunches, presentations, B2Bs and industry working groups across the State and Nationally..
  • Working on city-shaping projects alongside the best in the industry, and across all sectors.
  • Regular and consistent feedback program as well as annual reviews.
  • Opportunity to work closely with Directors;
  • Monthly and annual awards for staff performance;
  • Opportunity to participate in our employee remuneration bonus scheme program;
  • Daily breakfast and fruit, monthly team lunches.
  • Our commitment to Inclusion

    At Urbis, we encourage everyone to be themselves and share their unique views which are shaped by their individual identity. We are proud of our ongoing recognition as a champion of workplace inclusion amongst our professional services peers. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

    If you need any accommodations, please inform your recruiting contact upon initial connection.

    How to Apply?

    Are you ready to start your journey with some of the brightest minds in the industry and you are passionate about making a difference to our clients, community, and team? Click on “Apply for this job.”

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