Michael Chen
Summary
Michael carries 4 years of planning experience, which includes the preparation of resource consent and notices of requirement applications, consenting strategies, and resource consent processing. Michael has developed a strong understanding of planning regulatory requirements and their application to complex and large-scale projects. Michael thrives in working collaboratively among multi-disciplinary teams to ensure integrated and high-quality outcomes.
Michael is solution-orientated and embraces innovative approaches, working collaboratively and understanding the client's needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant, Environment and Planning
Aurecon
09.2021 - Current
Key responsibilities included:
- Preparation of planning documentation (e.g. resource consent applications, Notice of Requirements, Outline Plan of Works, consenting strategies, planning scoping memorandum etc.) on large-scale infrastructure projects including Auckland Light Rail, City Rail Link, Papakura to Drury South, Whangaparāoa Bus Access and Kiwi Property Access Ramp.
- Preparation of various planning documentation for medium-scale projects such as the Rosedale Wastewater treatment Plant, Industrial facilities and gas tanks.
- Sub-contractor consents processing for regional councils, with a primary focus on discharge and dewatering consents.
Graduate Environment Planner
AECOM
01.2020 - 10.2021
Key responsibilities included:
- Seconded to the Supporting Growth Alliance as an planner and engagement specialist. This involved preparing planning assessments, business case writing, managing the interface with Auckland Council on ongoing consents and undertaking various community engagement events and stakeholder meetings.
- Preparation of resource consents and providing support on various planning tasks for wider planning team.
- Providing weekly case law updates and analysis.
- Undertaking an administrative role on Salesforce (CRM) to track bids and pursuits.
Undergraduate Environmental Planner and Intern
AECOM
11.2018 - 11.2019
Key responsibilities included:
- Undertaking research on bids and pursuits.
- Minute taking alongside senior planners and specialists at meetings with clients and Auckland Council
- Providing general planning support to wider team.
Planner Intern
Changsha Planning And Design Institute
11.2017 - 01.2018
Key responsibilities included:
- Undertaking research on ongoing bids.
- Providing planning maps and spatial analysis for bids using ArcGIS and Adobe Suite Tools (e.g. Photoshop and PowerPoint).
- Providing general planning support for wider team.
Education
Intermediate Member -
New Zealand Planning Institute (NZPI)
2022
Bachelor of Urban Planning (Hons) -
University of Auckland
Auckland, New Zealand 2019
Skills
- The preparation of resource consents, Notices of Requirements, planning constraints assessments, and due diligence for complex projects using the Resource Management Act 1991 and COVID-19 Recovery (Fast-track Consenting) Act 2020
- Proficient in a range of digital tools, including Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), ArcGIS for spatial analysis, and SPSS for data analysis and statistical modelling
- Consultation and Engagement with various stakeholders, including Mana Whenua, landowners, businesses, public sector organisations and communities
Affiliations
Academic Awards:
- Auckland Town Planning Association Prize in Planning 2019 - this scholarship is awarded to the most meritorious Research Study submitted for the Bachelor of Urban Planning (Honours) programme.
- First in Course Award in URBPLAN 102: Urban Planning Economics
Other:
- Bronze Medal - Tertiary Badminton National Championship (2019)
- 1st Place - Y2B Xero Case Competition (2016)
- 1st Place - Auckland Secondary Schools Individuals - Boys Doubles (2015)
- Badminton Senior Boy Cup and Player of the Year (2015)
Volunteering
- New Zealand Planning Institute (NZPI) Emerging Planners Committee Representative (2018 - 2023)
- University of Auckland - Uniguide (2017 - 2018)
- Auckland Badminton Association - Team Manager (2019)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Consultant, Environment and Planning
Aurecon
09.2021 - Current
Graduate Environment Planner
AECOM
01.2020 - 10.2021
Undergraduate Environmental Planner and Intern
AECOM
11.2018 - 11.2019
Planner Intern
Changsha Planning And Design Institute
11.2017 - 01.2018
Intermediate Member -
New Zealand Planning Institute (NZPI)
Bachelor of Urban Planning (Hons) -
University of Auckland
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