At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead planning applications for exciting energy and renewable projects.
- Company: Dynamic consultancy focused on sustainable infrastructure and environmental solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, generous leave, and professional development support.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and work on nationally significant projects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the UK's transition to net zero while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in Town Planning, RTPI membership, and experience in energy or infrastructure projects.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
An established and growing planning and environmental consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner to join its London office. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering nationally significant energy and renewable infrastructure projects while working alongside a multidisciplinary team of planning, environmental and technical specialists.
The successful candidate will work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the energy sector, including renewable energy generation, battery energy storage systems (BESS), electricity transmission infrastructure and other low-carbon developments. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to projects that support the UK's transition to net zero while providing excellent prospects for career progression.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and manage planning applications for energy and renewable infrastructure projects.
- Prepare planning strategies, planning statements and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams and liaise with environmental specialists.
- Manage client relationships and provide strategic planning advice throughout the project lifecycle.
- Engage with local planning authorities, statutory consultees and key stakeholders.
- Support the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Development Consent Order (DCO) projects where appropriate.
- Mentor junior members of the planning team and contribute to their professional development.
- Assist with business development activities, including preparing fee proposals and supporting bids for new work.
The ideal candidate will have:
- A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
- Chartered membership of the RTPI (or eligibility to achieve chartership shortly).
- Significant experience within a planning consultancy, developer, infrastructure or public sector environment.
- Strong knowledge of the UK planning system, particularly relating to energy and infrastructure development.
- Experience delivering renewable energy, electricity transmission, battery storage or wider infrastructure projects.
- Excellent report writing, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong project management abilities with the confidence to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- A proactive and collaborative approach with a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.
- Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Professional membership subscriptions and ongoing CPD support.
- Clear career progression within a growing and respected consultancy.
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure and renewable energy projects that contribute to the UK's net zero ambitions.
- Supportive, collaborative and inclusive working environment.
Senior Town Planner in City of London employer: Vivid Resourcing
Vivid Resourcing is an exceptional employer for recent graduates seeking a dynamic and rewarding career in recruitment. With a vibrant work culture that fosters ambition and competition, employees benefit from merit-based progression and the potential for high earnings through uncapped commission. Located in the heart of London, the company also offers unique incentives such as trips to Dubai and Palma, making it an attractive place for those looking to grow both personally and professionally.
