REECE WENZEL

Experienced Senior Landscape Architect with a six-year private practice background and two years at Ipswich City Council in various roles, including Acting Principal Landscape Architect. Led a team of design professionals to successfully deliver open space projects for the Council's Capital Works Program, enhancing the city's public realm and community well-being. Skilled in sustainable design principles, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, navigating public sector policies, and engaging stakeholders to meet their needs. A forward-thinking and innovative professional, up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in landscape architecture, driven by a passion for creating exceptional open spaces. Eager to contribute leadership and expertise to further enrich Ipswich City Council's public spaces.

• Demonstrated a strong commitment to Landscape Architecture and urban design,
• Embraced an active lifestyle, engaging in trail running, triathlons, and cricket, culminating in the successful completion of an 85km Trail Race along the renowned Brisbane Valley Rail Trail.
• Advanced from a Landscape Architect to a Project Landscape Architect following graduation, leading diverse projects encompassing large-scale public infrastructure developments like Queen's Wharf, HOTA Art Gallery, and Brisbane Lions Springfield, as well as overseeing broadscale residential projects.
• Developed proficiency in collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, skillfully producing quality documentation, and employing BIM processes and Contract Administration to achieve successful project deliveries.
• Successfully served as Acting Principal Landscape Architect for the last six months, gaining valuable experience in team management and project delivery, sparking a keen interest in further professional development in this role.

Relevant ICC Projects:

• Played a key role in the Masterplanning of Limestone Park.
• Contributed to the Windle Road project with Wolters Consulting Group.
• Involved in the development of the Tivoli Sporting Complex with Cardno.

Previous Relevant Experience:

• Detailed Design and Construction documentation of Queens Wharf Brisbane with the Destination Brisbane Consortium.
• Project managed and aided delivery of the HOTA Gold Coast Cultural Precinct project with the City of Gold Coast.
• Involved in documenting the Landscape design of Burleigh to Palm Beach: M1 Upgrade with TMR.
• Contributed to the Foreshore Estate, Coomera project with Stockland.
• Played a role in the Flagstone, Jimboomba development with PEET.

• Passionate about pushing limits through ultra marathon running, finding joy in the journey of training and gradual improvements. Inspired by personal development books/content, continuously seeking growth.
• Keen interest in the outdoors, connecting with nature through various activities. Enthusiastic about team sports, valuing camaraderie and collaboration. Expresses creativity through photography, capturing the world's beauty.
• Hobbies encompass physical challenges, mental growth, outdoor exploration, teamwork, and artistic expression, contributing to a holistic approach to life and personal development.