Technical Director – Environmental Planning & Approvals

About the role

Arcadis is seeking a Technical Director to lead and grow its Queensland capability within the national Environment Planning, Permitting & Compliance team. You will provide senior technical leadership on complex environmental planning and approvals projects across a range of sectors.

Key responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex environmental planning and approvals projects throughout Queensland.
• Provide strategic and technical advice on approvals pathways, assessment requirements and project risks.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulators, stakeholders and industry partners.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality outcomes on time and within budget.
• Mentor and develop the environmental planning and approvals team.
• Contribute to business growth through work winning, proposal development and client engagement.

Required profile

• Significant experience delivering complex environmental planning and approvals projects in Queensland.
• Relevant degree or professional accreditation in environmental science, planning, environmental management or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of Queensland and Commonwealth environmental assessment and approvals processes.
• Proven ability to lead technical delivery, manage project risks and provide strategic client advice.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior professionals.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Required skills

• Expertise in environmental planning and approvals processes.
• Understanding of Queensland and Commonwealth environmental legislation.