Company description:

The City of Canterbury Bankstown is one of the largest Council's in NSW with the most culturally, socially and economically diverse communities in Sydney. We deliver 28 key services such as childcare, waste collection, parks maintenance, libraries, community facilities and aquatic centres to over 380,000 residents.

Job description:

The Role
The Senior Urban Designer will work independently and as part of a team to provide expert professional advice; management of large public domain, open space and architectural projects; and place-based public domain and master planning.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of something great and help shaping the City's future, elevate the design quality, and deliver a more sustainable and liveable outcomes.

*This opportunity will be offered on a Permanent full-time basis.

Duties will include, but are not be limited to:

• Lead and manage public domain, open space and architectural projects;
• Undertake needs analysis, prepare internal project briefs defining quality, scope, budget and program for each project;
• Prepare consultant briefs, procure and manage external consultants for key projects
• Lead place specific public domain strategic planning;
• Lead place specific masterplans;
• Provide urban design input and advice during the construction of key Council projects
• Visually communicate and test ideas using information technology and freehand skills;
• Undertake engagement and communication with the community.
• Represent Council's interests in dealings with State and Federal Government Agencies and other Authorities;

*For a full list of duties, click here to review the position description.

You will have:

• 5 Years + experience in an identical position (or similar senior position such as senior architect or senior landscape architect)
• Experience or demonstrated skills in all stages of public domain planning, urban renewal and city building, with exposure to infrastructure improvement projects;
• Experience in design management procuring and managing an urban design or architectural consultant team to deliver high quality public domain and architectural projects.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, SketchUp (or similar) and Microsoft Office preferred;
• Demonstrated high quality written, graphic and verbal communication skills;
• Working knowledge of current trends and opportunities for urban design and more broadly sustainable design;
• Experience in working within multi-discipline teams including Architects, Landscape Architects, Artists, Engineers, Contract Managers, Quantity Surveyors, etc.;
• Display interpersonal skills in negotiation, advocacy, consultation skills, and strong customer Service focus;
• Eligibility for registration with AIA, AILA, PIA or equal professional peak organisation.

The salary range for this opportunity commences at $101,423 (Grade H, Step 1) + 11.5% super. Salary may be negotiable dependent on skills and experience.

What's in it for you?

• An attractive Remuneration Package.
• Embrace a better work-life balance with our Acrued Time Off program, designed to prioritise your well-being and help you manage the balance between your personal and professional life.
• An investment in your professional growth, fostering continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Access to our employee Health and Wellbeing Programs.

For more information, please contact John Wilson on 0439261582

How to apply:
You will need to submit your application via the ‘Apply Now' button and create a login using your email address and upload a:

• Resume; and
• Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria within the position description and explaining your suitability for the role.

Applications close on Sunday, 11 May 2025

CBCity is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We want our workplace to reflect the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities; this includes people with disability,

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

If you require support with your application and throughout the recruitment process, please contact the Talent Management Team at [email protected]

Successful applicants may be required to undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children Check in accordance with the position.

Applicants must hold an Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or possess a valid work permit/visa with full unrestricted working rights to be eligible.