An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy in their successful and progressive Bristol planning team.
The consultancy works at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure and development, supporting clients across a diverse range of major projects. With a strong focus on areas including Net Zero, Biodiversity Net Gain, strategic planning and major infrastructure, this is an excellent opportunity for a planner looking to work on projects that have a genuine impact on the future of communities and infrastructure across the UK.
The Role
As a Senior Town Planner, you will take an active role in delivering a varied portfolio of planning and development projects, working alongside colleagues across environmental, engineering, design and other technical disciplines.
You will have the opportunity to act as a Planning Lead or Planning Support Lead, contribute to major multidisciplinary projects and take responsibility for project management and delivery.
The role will also provide exposure to strategic planning, consenting and development management, with projects potentially involving applications under the Town and Country Planning Act, Development Consent Orders (DCOs) and Transport and Works Act Orders (TWAOs).
The Ideal Candidate
- Relevant degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
- Chartered or working towards MRTPI.
- Previous experience within a planning consultancy or similar professional environment.
- Strong knowledge of the UK planning system.
- Experience in strategic planning, planning policy and/or development management.
- Experience working on major development or infrastructure projects would be advantageous.
- Understanding of TCPA, DCO, TWAO or equivalent consenting processes would be highly beneficial.
- Knowledge of the Environmental Impact Assessment process would be advantageous.
- Strong project management and organisational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Confident working with clients and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Commercially aware, proactive and keen to contribute to business development and work-winning opportunities.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Opportunity to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation across the planning and infrastructure sectors.
- Exposure to major infrastructure and development projects across a range of sectors.
- The opportunity to work alongside specialists in engineering, environment, architecture and design.
- Excellent career progression and professional development opportunities.
- A collaborative working environment with access to a wide range of technical expertise.
- The chance to work on projects supporting Net Zero, sustainable development, biodiversity and critical infrastructure.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Town Planner in Bristol who is looking to take the next step in their career and gain exposure to some of the UK's most exciting infrastructure and development projects.
Interested?
For more information, or to discuss the role confidentially, please contact Efan Thomas at efan.thomas@penguinrecruitment.co.uk.
