Technical Director - Planning

Required Skills

Nice to have:

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 20 years' experience in planning, ideally with a focus on infrastructure, and Full Membership of the NZPI. The role requires a highly regarded technical expert with strong consultancy background, established client relationships, and the ability to lead planning and multi-disciplinary projects. The position is Auckland-based (or relocation) with a hybrid work model and opportunities to mentor less experienced planners.

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to have a positive impact on the environment and society, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that. 

Join us as we strive for a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. 

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

We’re looking for a highly experienced and commercially savvy Technical Director to join our New Zealand Planning team, based in Auckland.

This is a technical leadership opportunity for a planner with deep consultancy and infrastructure experience to lead high-impact projects that shape the future of New Zealand. You'll bring proven expertise in delivering complex planning outcomes and winning work, with a strong understanding of the local market and planning environment.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers variety and will see you:

• Providing direction and technical leadership on planning and multi-disciplinary projects, including coordination of planning, environmental assessment and engagement services. 
• Acting as a Project Manager or Project Director for complex projects including financial and programme management, collaborating effectively with project stakeholders to ensure positive client experience 
• Shaping the direction and growth of the New Zealand Planning team through strong client relationships, networking and a strong market understanding to identify emerging opportunities.
• Working with a national team of planners, including supporting the growth and development of less experienced planners, coaching and mentoring them to deliver quality outcomes for our clients
• Growing yourself professionally through training and active involvement in professional organisations and our GHD global technical communities
• Being part of our diverse, collaborative and supportive GHD culture, with the ability to work flexibly for work-life balance

About you:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of  20 years’ experience in planning ideally with a focus on infrastructure
• Full Membership of the NZPI
• Highly regarded and respected technical expert with strong consultancy background 
• Established client relationships and networks
• Excellent people and networking skills 
• Proactive, decisive, and problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical thinker; self-motivated and energetic
• Some international experience is advantageous
• Must be Auckland-based, or willing to relocate to Auckland

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV or reach out to Zen Chua ([email protected]) for more information.

Our Hybrid Work Model:

Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Ki GHD, ka ākina te kaimahi e mātou kia tutuki ōna ake moemoeā. Nā te mea, ko te kaha o te tangata te tuarā o te pakihi. Nā reira, he hiahia nō mātou ki te whiwhi kaimahi nō ngā ahurea tuakiri maha, nō whenua rerekē, tane mai, wahine mai.

At GHD we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

#LI-ZC1

#LI-Hybrid