The Role:
The Urban Designer will assist in preparing allotment layouts and associated documentation for land developments. This role provides efficient and accurate support to the Planning & Design Manager in creating disclosure documentation for market sales.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare allotment layouts that meet attributes and impediments for the disclosure process as outlined in the QLD Land Sales Act.
- Assess subdivision requirements on land parcels in Southeast Queensland.
- Conduct detailed analyses for potential development sites concerning current and evolving land sales legislation in QLD.
- Evaluate other developed allotments to support investment and retail sales, focusing on impacts or risks associated with dwelling placement or construction.
- Understand planning authority requirements and communicate effectively to ensure business effectiveness.
- Conduct site assessments of completed subdivisions to verify that built forms meet business needs.
- Assess the need for referral agency notifications related to land/development under review.
- Assist in coordinating and placing allotment services within developments under assessment.
- Educate the consultant team to maximise the use and placement of housing products and lot typologies.
- Perform digital land search assessments and provide concise overviews of risks and impediments.
- Research subject and neighbouring developments to ensure appropriate information disclosure to the Land Development team and associated consultants.
- Document detailed house siting requirements for project releases to the Sales Team.
- Contribute relevant information to the Building Essentials document reflecting subdivision approval conditions.
- Provide project status updates and forecast application needs.
- Maintain a balance between current and pending projects.
- Work towards efficiency in processes, procedures, and cost savings.
- Ensure high-quality presentation of all communication materials.
- Prepare submissions in response to local and state authority planning amendments affecting Ausbuild and the industry.
- Build relationships within Queensland urban planning associations to stay informed on legislative changes.
- Undertake other duties as directed.
- Strong understanding of QLD urban planning requirements.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a fast-paced land development environment.
- Passion for residential typologies aimed at evolving options for future homeowners.
- Proficient in ArcGIS systems and knowledgeable about QLD planning schemes and residential controls.
- Basic knowledge of Queensland Planning Legislation and QLD Development Code.
- Highly computer literate, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Proficient with relevant software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite or similar.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a professional phone manner.
- Strong relationship-building skills.
- Exceptional time management and organisational abilities.
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive, positive attitude.
- Continual desire to learn and embrace challenges.
The benefits:
- A strong and stable company experiencing growth, with approximately 200 staff members.
- Brand new two-storey open-plan office
- Formal & Social Functions
- Access to a Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for All Employees
- Collaborative Working Environment
- Excellent salary + Benefits
- Continuous Career Growth and Opportunities