Senior Town Planner

Senior / Principal Town Planner

Location: Manchester / Sheffield

My client, a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy, is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior / Principal Town Planner to join their progressive and dynamic team in the North of England. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to major infrastructure and development projects, working with a diverse range of clients across multiple sectors.

The Role

As a key member of the planning team, the successful candidate will:

• Act as the Planning Lead on various projects across different markets and sectors.

• Be actively involved in bid preparation, tender submissions, and framework responses.

• Lead and manage multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring successful project delivery.

• Provide mentorship and support to junior colleagues within the planning team.

• Collaborate with colleagues across environmental, engineering, and design disciplines.

• Engage with market and client leads to identify and support business growth opportunities.

What You Will Bring

• A degree in Planning or a related discipline (RTPI membership desirable).

• Self-motivation, enthusiasm, and resilience to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

• Strong knowledge of TCPA, DCO, TWAO, or equivalent planning applications.

• Experience with the Environmental Impact Assessment process.

• Expertise in Strategic Planning and Planning Policy.

• Ability to work independently and as part of multi-disciplinary teams.

• Strong report writing and presentation skills.

• Experience in developing and maintaining client relationships.

• Proven track record in business development and work-winning.

Why Join the Company?

• Work for one of the UK's leading planning consultancies, known for thought leadership in sustainable infrastructure and development.

• Engage in high-profile projects with clients such as Energy and Water companies, National Highways, Homes England, HS2, MoD, Network Rail, and various local authorities.

• Be part of an inclusive and collaborative work environment that values diversity and innovation.

• Benefit from strong career progression opportunities within a company that fosters professional development.

• Join an organisation that is committed to creating a positive social and environmental impact.

Interested?

Contact Sofia Conte (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position