Location: Stonnington City Centre, 311 Glenferrie Road, Malvern + Working from homeJob Category: Project ManagementCity of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington.As Senior Landscape Architect you will lead design projects with the ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team of Landscape Architects.You will deliver high-quality projects, manage design consultants, and coordinate multidisciplinary professionals. To be suitable, you have proven experience in public consultation and working with local communities in a landscape architecture environment, with an aptitude for project, contract, and financial management.You will also:Enhance organisation networks and provide specialist guidance to internal and external stakeholders.Lead design and project management processes for landscape and streetscape projects for the unit's Capital Works program.Utilise strong decision-making skills in the delivery of landscape projects.Assist in the management, tendering, and evaluation of services across relevant Council projects, discovering opportunities for growth and improvement.This is a temporary one-year full-time position with an annual salary range of $105,785 - $117,494 per annum + 11.5% superannuation and an accrued day off each month.We come together at least 3 days a week to collaborate in our vibrant office culture. When on-site, you will enjoy modern and sustainable facilities and office spaces. Desired Skills and Experience To be suitable for this role you have:Demonstrated experience in a senior leadership role, mentoring technical staff.Excellent people skills with the ability to negotiate, influence, and facilitate positive and cooperative working relationships to support a productive working environment.Proven experience in public consultation and working with local communities in a landscape architecture environment, with an aptitude for project, contract, and financial management.An innovative and independent work practice with proven ability to set priorities, meet tight deadlines, and problem-solve despite conflicting pressures.Strong project management skills with a good understanding of governance and procurement processes.Well-developed administrative skills with proficiency in industry-related financial, design, and drafting software.A strong understanding of landscape architecture policies and practices, and the unit's contribution to broader organisational objectives.A tertiary qualification in Landscape Architecture, or a related field, together with demonstrated experience in Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, or a similar environment.Join Stonnington today. Work that matters. People who make a difference.To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.We acknowledge we are meeting on the Traditional Lands of the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung and Bunurong peoples of the East Kulin Nations and pay our respect to their Elders past, present, and emerging.We extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We acknowledge their living connection to Country, relationship with the land, and all living things extending back tens of thousands of years.