Overview
In this role you help secure planning consent for major infrastructure across the UK, working within a leading infrastructure planning team. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary colleagues to support clients through consenting processes and regulatory approvals, shaping projects from feasibility to delivery. You’ll provide technical and regulatory advice, liaise with statutory bodies, and grow internal knowledge to strengthen the team. This opportunity fits a professional who wants to impact large-scale energy, transport, and utility projects within a global, dynamic firm.
Responsibilities
- Prepare Town & Country Planning Act applications for infrastructure projects across the UK
- Provide consenting inputs on major infrastructure projects (DCOs, DNSs, TWAOs)
- Offer technical advice to project managers to support client requirements
- Liaise with statutory bodies and stakeholders to help deliver projects
- Engage with cross-disciplinary teams to build strong working relationships
- Proactively develop personal knowledge and contribute to the team's internal knowledge base
Key requirements
- Degree in town planning (or equivalent)
- Member of (or eligible for) RTPI
- Strong communication and writing skills
- Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
- Stakeholder liaison and relationship-building
- Consenting processes (DCOs, DNSs, TWAOs)
- Town and Country Planning Act 1990, Planning Act 2008
- Transport and Works Act Order
Town Planner (Infrastructure Planning) in Exeter employer: WSP Group
At WSP, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among our talented team. As a Major Projects Executive in Western Australia, you will not only lead transformative transport infrastructure projects but also benefit from executive-level remuneration, flexible working arrangements, and robust leadership development pathways. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the support of a close-knit community dedicated to your professional growth and well-being.
