Spatial Services Manager

Urbis is more than just a consultancy. We are a multidisciplinary urban consultancy, inspiring and creating solutions for our ever-changing world. We empower our brightest minds with opportunities to push boundaries, collaborate and deliver exceptional, creative solutions for our clients and each other. If you're looking to make transformational impact in our cities and communities, we're keen to meet you. We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and supporting them to be the best they can be. Here you will make a tangible difference and create positive impact, while gaining enviable industry experience and broad exposure to the most exciting work. The opportunity & how you will make an impact. We're seeking a Spatial Services Manager to drive the growth and uplift of spatial services at Urbis, partnering with our Economics, Property, and Future State business units. Based in Melbourne and reporting to the Head of Spatial Products, you'll be part of a national leadership group shaping the future of spatial capability across the organisation. In this senior role, you will take a proactive approach to engaging stakeholders, building awareness of spatial capability, identifying opportunities, and positioning spatial services as a valued partner in delivering client and organisational success. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and clients to develop compelling proposals and solutions, securing work that grows the impact and commercial performance of the business. Once the work is won, you'll lead your team to deliver a diverse range of projects to the highest standard, ensuring quality, timeliness, and financial performance, and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high performance. As a Spatial Services Manager, you will: Lead spatial service delivery for your business unit focus, setting clear direction, building capability, and fostering a collaborative, high‑performance culture. Partner with internal stakeholders and clients to design and deliver spatial solutions that align with organisational priorities and create measurable value. Proactively identify opportunities and contribute to tenders and proposals that grow the scope, impact, and commercial success of spatial services. Oversee the successful delivery of projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and financial performance in collaboration with project managers. Guide and contribute to technical delivery, ensuring best practice and innovation in methods and outputs. Manage and enhance spatial products and tools to improve efficiency, capability, and commercial outcomes. About you. We look for talented people who are purpose-driven and thrive in high-performing, inclusive and collaborative environments. You'll work across teams to bring out the best in others whilst bringing new thinking and energy. We know everyone is different and bring different strengths and passions with them. In addition to yours, we're keen to connect with you if you bring the following experiences and attributes: Tertiary qualification in Geographic Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Science, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related discipline. At least 8 years' experience providing expert spatial advice and managing complex programmes of work, ideally in a private consulting environment. A self‑starter approach, with the ability to proactively engage with business units to identify opportunities, build awareness of spatial capability, and grow impact. Proven ability to operate with a consultancy mindset, partnering with internal stakeholders and clients to design and deliver innovative spatial solutions. Advanced knowledge and experience with desktop GIS, enterprise/web GIS platforms, data manipulation, task automation, and solution development. Strong leadership skills, with a track record of guiding high‑performing teams to deliver quality outcomes on time and within budget. collaborative mindset , to bring out the best in yourself and others while bringing new thinking to Urbis and our clients Passion for purpose-led work, and driving a positive legacy for our communities, clients and yourself Authenticity to foster respect, trust and advocacy in all your work interactions Confidence and decisiveness to drive high performance for yourself, others and our clients Innovation and creativity when solving complex problems A digitally curious mindset , that is keen to explore how technology can contribute to our experience and efficiency Why Urbis? As a member of our team, you will have the benefit of: Working in environment that is inclusive, supports flexibility, and welcomes diversity. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer (recognised through EOCGE, WGEA and AWEI). 18 weeks parental leave policy; Working in a truly 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 participate in industry events, breakfasts, lunches, presentations, B2Bs and industry working groups across the State and Nationally. Working on city-shaping projects alongside the best in the industry, and across all sectors. Regular and consistent feedback program as well as annual reviews. Monthly and annual awards for staff performance; Opportunity to participate in our employee remuneration bonus scheme program; Daily breakfast and fruit, monthly team lunches. Sound interesting? If we sound like a great fit for you, and you are ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. Click on ‘Apply' for this job.' You can also confidentially connect with us via Recruitment Agencies - thank you for thinking of us. We have a preferred supplier agreements in place. We don't accept resumes outside of these arrangements. Should we receive a resume from you related to this role, an introduction fee will not apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr