Senior Heritage Consultant

Who we are:

Urbis is people focussed, and we want the best for our team, our clients, and our communities. Our mission is to help 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 valuable industry experience through exposure to a broad range of significant projects.

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, generous paid parental leave policy for both primary & secondary carers, work life balance, health & wellbeing programs and much more.

Urbis is also committed to supporting our communities. Including reconciliation with a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) endorsed by reconciliation Australia and a National RAP Working Group. We also have our give back program, which underpins our commitment to supporting vulnerable communities and places. We undertake pro-bono projects, donate cash contributions, and can take a day of volunteer leave per year.

Urbis is also proud to be a certified Net Zero, carbon neutral organisation demonstrating our commitment to climate action.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a proactive Consultant or Senior Consultant to join our Sydney built Heritage team as part of the wider national team. You will have the opportunity to work across a deeply diverse, high profile, range of projects, contributing to reports and advice for our clients.

The role will be supported by National team of Directors and a market leading Heritage team. Some of the key projects the heritage team have collaborated on recently include the Lands and Education Buildings Bridge Steet, Chief Secretary's Building, AMP Quay Quarter Circular Quay, Sydney Opera House, Victoria Barracks Paddington, Millers Point properties, Pier One Walsh Bay, Former Treasury Building, Australia Square, MLC Sydney and the State Theatre including the Butterfly Room interiors restoration.

About You:

• 2 years (Consultant) or 5+ years' (Senior Consultant) of experience in a similar role or industry related discipline. Please note we are open to applicants with architecture background that are passionate about heritage and design with a strong understanding of design principles and adaptive re-use as well as client liaison and planning.

• Ability to undertake heritage research utilising multiple sources and methodologies; and present a preliminary assessment of findings relevant to the project, or analyse findings of prepared research in a methodical and succinct manner

• Demonstrated understanding of architectural styles, fabric identification and analysis

• Experience or understanding writing Heritage Impact Statements, Heritage Assessments and Conservation Management Plans

• Detailed understanding of Heritage design principles and the ability to apply them

• Demonstrated understanding of the application of statutory heritage and planning legislation to projects, particularly the Heritage Act 1977

• Demonstrated ability to navigate various approval pathways and statutory systems (eg; Heritage act exemptions, experience with conditions of consent)

• Develop reverse briefs, assist on tenders & submissions for potential projects

• Using your time management skills, work autonomously on multiple projects under the direction of senior staff

• Project management skills. Taking responsibility of project tasks meeting client needs, deadlines and budget.

• Displays an ability to contribute to innovative solutions to situations and effectively explores alternatives and positions to meet the objectives of stakeholders

Other non-essential but relevant skills and qualifications applicable to the role depend on background and experience include any or;

• Relevant industry experience in a heritage field

• Architect or heritage architecture experience

• European or aboriginal archaeological experience

• Masters in heritage conservation or similar

Why Urbis?

Urbis is committed to fostering a work environment that is inclusive, supports flexibility, and welcomes diversity. As a member of our team, you will have the benefit of:

• Working in a 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.

• Opportunities to partake in internal and external networking and social events across the State and Nationally.

• Working with a national heritage and archaeology team operating in Victoria, NSW, Qld and WA.

• Working on city-shaping projects alongside the best in the industry, and across all sectors.

• Salary continuance insurance, a generous parental leave policy, cultural leave exchange, health & wellbeing programs and much more.

• Active mentorship by the best in the business, development of career goals and support in achieving them.

• Investment in ongoing training with all employees provided with an annual training budget.

• Monthly morning teas and regular social events to celebrate professional and personal wins.

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." Or email us at if you have any questions.

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