James Parker

TEAM

Spatial Analytics

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science (Urban and Regional Planning), University of Western Australia

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James Parker

Associate - Planning & Spatial Analyst

James is a highly experienced Urban Planner and Spatial Analyst with over twelve years experience working across a diverse range of projects and technical disciplines. He has successfully delivered multiple land development and infrastructure projects across Australia, focusing on client satisfaction, outcome based strategy and innovation. He is passionate about the synergies between urban planning and approvals consulting, and the increasing demand for innovative geospatial and digital solutions.

In his role as Spatial Analytics Lead James is working with the broader team on opportunities for element to explore exciting new ways of adding value to their clients’ projects. Through this work, James is leveraging detailed Retail Gravity Models, Human Movement Data, generative AI and bespoke data and geospatial visualisations to better understand his clients’ challenges and find unique solutions. A digital leader with a deep appreciation for the nuances and complexities of planning and environmental approvals consulting, James works closely with his team and clients to understand where workflow efficiencies can be gained, optimised and achieve outcomes, bringing projects to life.

Portfolio

Transport and Infrastructure

Roseville Residences Subdivision and Planning Approval, Planning Lead, Sydney*
Gig State Pilot – Planning Approval Strategy, Planning Lead, Regional NSW*
WA Public Transport Authority Station Access Improvement Program - Station Access Strategies, Geospatial Advisor, Perth*
NSW Telco Authority Critical Communications Enhancement Program (CCEP), Sydney 2017 -2020, Planning Lead, Sydney*
EQUINIX SY4 and SY5 Data Centres, Sydney 2015 - 2018, Planning Lead, Sydney*
Telstra Balmain Exchange Divestment, Planning Lead, Sydney*
Parkes, Dubbo, Wagga Wagga and Williamtown Special Activation Precincts NSW, Technical Advisor for Telecommunications and Data, NSW*
Beach Energy - Behara Springs Approvals Plan, Planning Lead, WA*

Strategic Geospatial Solutions and Innovation

Automated Bushfire Hazard Assessment mapping
Local Heritage Survey remote data capture platform
Public Art Audit and Valuation toolbox
Automated Retail Gravity Modelling to support Retail Needs and Economic Impact Assessments
City of Perth Analysis and Design Guidelines - Character and Heritage Areas

Spatial Analytics

Human Movement Analysis at Bill Ellson Reserve, City of Melville (2023)
Cowaramup, Witchcliffe and Augusta Character Studies
WA State Football Centre precinct strategic visioning and future modelling
John Connell Reserve Master Plan, City of Melville
Pinjarra Junction Shopping Centre retail tenant strategic assessment

Telecommunications and Data

NSW Telco Authority Critical Communications Enhancement Program (CCEP), Sydney*
Planning approval for EQUINIX SY4 and SY5 Data Centres, Sydney 2015 - 2018, Planning Lead, Sydney*
Telstra Balmain Exchange Divestment, Sydney*
Parkes, Dubbo, Wagga Wagga and Williamtown Special Activation Precincts NSW, Technical Advisor for Telecommunications and Data, NSW*
Gig State Pilot – Planning Approval Strategy, Planning Lead, Regional NSW*
National Planning Approvals Lead – Telstra, Optus, Vodafone, NBN*

Statutory and Strategic Planning

Roseville Residences Subdivision and Planning Approval, Planning Lead, Sydney*
Public Open Space Provision at Canning Bridge Activity Centre

*With previous employers

Jesfae John

James Curtis FAIM GAICD