Senior Planner

Galway or Dublin

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of Ireland's leading multi-disciplinary consultancies in the search for a Senior Planner to join their well-established Planning team, based in either Galway or Dublin.

This award-winning consultancy employs over 200 professionals across the ecology, environmental, and planning sectors. With a national reputation for delivering complex and high-profile projects, they are committed to creating a lasting legacy through innovative thinking, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a values-led approach.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Planner, you'll play a key role in delivering large-scale renewable energy and infrastructure projects from inception through to completion. You will work closely with a high-performing, collaborative team, while also acting as the main point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and project partners.

This role will suit a motivated and experienced planner with strong knowledge of the Irish planning system and recent experience in renewable energy or infrastructure planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of planning applications for renewable energy projects.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
• Manage and mentor junior team members.
• Oversee planning inputs and review key deliverables across multiple projects.
• Engage with local authorities, statutory bodies, and community stakeholders.
• Ensure all planning work is completed in line with project deadlines and quality expectations.

About You

• A recognised planning qualification (IPI or RTPI accredited).
• Experience in a consultancy environment.
• Strong understanding of Irish planning legislation and its application to renewable energy projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven project leadership and stakeholder management experience.
• Full driving licence required.

Why Join?

• Be part of a purpose-driven team making a meaningful impact on Ireland's renewable energy landscape.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting, nationally significant projects.
• Supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking company culture.
• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience.
• Flexible working and career development pathways

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792361770 or [email protected]