Town Planning Graduate Program (Feb 2025)

Stantec are seeking talented a Town Planning Graduate to join our Community Development team in Wollongong or Nowra.

What we provide

• Accredited 2-year world-class graduate development program where you will get exposed to unique and enriching mentoring and be provided with technical support and encouragement
• Access to a global developing professionals’ network that can provide opportunities to take your career offshore and participate in fun activities to build your network.
• Exposure to industry leaders and projects like City of Perth Library, Belconnen Bikeway, Centennial Park Sporting Precinct and Fairways Estate Townsville Gold Club
• Flexible work environments and employee benefits including Mental Health Program, Salary packaging, Employee Assistance Program, Rewards and Benefits Program
• Support towards becoming a Chartered Engineer or an Environmental professional. 
• Being a large multidisciplinary organisation, you will have a unique opportunity to work collaborative with colleagues from other disciplines

With us, not only will you work as part of an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse team, but also be able to develop your skills and knowledge in designing the future of engineering and shape your own career along the journey. 

What does a Town Planner in Community Development do?

Our Community Development team work to deliver projects that activate city and suburban centres, small towns, rural places to create destinations that make places feel like home.

As a Graduate Town Planner you will contribute to this by: 

• Provisioning planning support and technical planning input to all Stantec projects dealing with a variety of disciplines (infrastructure, commercial, residential, urban)
• Carry out investigations and the preparation of planning submissions and reports
• Preparation of Development Consent and associated environmental approvals documentation
• Preparation and assessment of development applications and planning studies, utilising your knowledge of statutory planning principles
• Provision of practical and analytical planning advice to key stakeholders
• Project management, ensuring deliverables and budgets are met in a timely manner
• Managing client and community relationships while maintaining quality standards

About you: 

• Town planning or Urban Planning degree. If you have an environmental interest or doing a double degree in environmental science, this would be highly desirable.
• Passion for learning and problem-solving 
• Currently in final year of degree or 1-2 years of experience 

Why Stantec?
Stantec stands out as a global leader in engineering and environmental solutions, boasting a 28,000 -strong team renowned for innovative and sustainable projects worldwide. With a commitment to community-centric design, we foster a sense of belonging and make a positive impact locally and globally. 

How to Apply: 

Please submit your CV, cover letter, academic transcript and ensure you fill in the application form when applying! 

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