At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead planning for major infrastructure projects and guide teams through the consent process.
- Company: Join a leading global consultancy shaping sustainable development across various sectors.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, private medical insurance, and excellent career progression.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for learning and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in national projects while enjoying a flexible work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Degree in Town Planning, MRTPI qualified, with experience in infrastructure consenting.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading global consultancy as they expand their UK town planning team. We are seeking Principal and Associate level Infrastructure Planners to work on some of the UK's largest and most complex infrastructure projects.
This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking, multidisciplinary organisation that plays a key role in shaping sustainable development across the energy, water, rail, highways and aviation sectors. You will be involved in projects of national significance, working alongside engineers, environmental specialists and engagement professionals to deliver successful outcomes for clients and communities.
With offices across the UK, the roles offer flexibility on location and hybrid working, supporting a healthy work-life balance.
The Role
You will take a leading role in the planning and consenting of major infrastructure schemes. Depending on experience and project scale, you will act as consents lead or deputy consents lead, guiding projects through all stages of the planning process.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading or supporting the consenting of major infrastructure projects
- Advising clients on planning strategy, risk and delivery programmes
- Preparing consent strategies, applications and supporting documentation
- Managing multidisciplinary project teams
- Engaging with stakeholders, statutory consultees and inspectors
- Supporting business development and bid preparation
- Contributing to planning policy, guidance and best practice
About You
- Degree and/or Master's in Town Planning
- MRTPI qualified
- Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation and policy
- Experience of infrastructure consenting and major projects
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven project management and client relationship experience
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and profit share
- Hybrid and flexible working options
- Private medical insurance, life assurance and income protection
- Flexible benefits package supporting health and wellbeing
- Excellent learning, development and progression opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced planners looking to progress their careers within a values-driven, employee-owned consultancy delivering projects that make a real difference.
Interested?
Infrastructure Planners - Principal & Associate in London employer: Penguin Recruitment
Penguin Recruitment is an excellent employer for Geotechnical Engineers in Cardiff, offering a supportive environment that prioritises career growth and chartership opportunities. With a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including a generous pension scheme and flexible perks, employees can thrive while working on technically challenging projects that make a real impact.
