Associate Planner – Renewables & Infrastructure | Edinburgh | Hybrid Working

Ready to take the next step in your planning career?

I'm currently working with a highly regarded planning consultancy that is looking to appoint an Associate Planner to join its growing team in Edinburgh. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planner with a strong background in renewable energy and infrastructure projects to play a key role in delivering major developments across Great Britain.

This position offers the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of renewable energy projects while taking on greater responsibility, including mentoring and managing junior team members.

The Role

As an Associate Planner, you'll:

• Lead and manage planning projects across the renewables and infrastructure sectors.
• Advise clients on planning strategy and the consenting process.
• Work on projects throughout Scotland and England, navigating both planning systems.
• Manage applications and consents, including Section 36, Section 37, and Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs).
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Manage and support a planning consultant, providing guidance and mentoring.

About You

We're keen to speak with candidates who have:

• Around 7–10 years' experience in Town Planning.
• Strong experience delivering renewable energy and/or EIA projects.
• A solid understanding of the Scottish planning system, with experience across England also highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Section 36, Section 37, and/or NSIP consenting processes.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Experience managing or mentoring junior planners would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid working, with 2–3 days per week in the Edinburgh office.
• Opportunity to work on high-profile renewable energy and infrastructure projects across Great Britain.
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a supportive and collaborative consultancy.
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.

If you're looking to take on a senior role within a respected consultancy and play a key part in delivering major renewable energy projects, I'd be delighted to tell you more.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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