Fluid Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a highly regarded multi-disciplinary consultancy in search for a Senior Planner to join one of their new purpose-built offices located centrally in Christchurch. They're providing the opportunity to work closely with in-house surveyors and engineers in the land development sector as the organisation enters a new phase of expansion. The Company Fluid Recruitment is proud to be partnering with this South Island based consultancy as we search for a Senior Planner to join one of their Christchurch offices. Employing approximately 90 staff over seven locations across the South Island, they are a highly regarded multi-disciplinary consultancy founded well over 100 years ago. The firm combines most aspects of land development under one roof and services a mixture of large and small clients across multiple districts and regions. Having recently heavily invested in their IT systems and modernising the business as a whole, now is the ideal time to join the team and become an influential member of the organisation. You will work on projects from conception until completion, collaborating with the experienced in-house surveyors and engineers. The highly experienced principals of each sector not only provide a solid foundation for career development but also provide the capability to take on more challenging and complex projects that build on the team's skillset. You will Have extensive knowledge of resource management planning in New Zealand along with a planning and/or resource management degree Have practical and all-round planning experience Hold or be eligible for New Zealand Planning Institute membership Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the resource management planning sector Have the ability to work both collaboratively and autonomously on projects both locally and out of region Possess excellent interpersonal skills along with an ability to communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders The role As the most senior planner in this office you will be provided with leadership opportunities as the team grows and given the opportunity to develop your career as you identify your next steps. The role offers great potential for professional and leadership development. Your success in this position is dependent on exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues. You will be the main point of contact regarding planning in the Christchurch office, heavily liaising with the other offices. Prepare and manage resource consent applications and other planning processes and liaise with consultants, stakeholders, and regional and local authority representatives Lead and work on local projects through to completion working alongside colleagues from different disciplines. Work alongside other disciplines to produce high quality work for clients Project manage the different stages associated with planning projects Create and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders Maintain concise communication with other offices and the rest of the planning team. If you are interested, please apply through Seek, or if you would like a confidential discussion around this position, please call Ben Sewell or email any queries. #J-18808-Ljbffr