Associate Director/Technical Director – Town Planning

RPS Group Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Leeds is seeking an Associate Director/Technical Director to oversee major projects in energy and infrastructure. This role involves building and mentoring teams, developing client relationships, and securing new business. The ideal candidate has experience in large projects, MRTPI qualification, and strong leadership skills. Join us to leverage global resources and make a meaningful impact in your career.

Benefits

Accredited training

Support for innovation

Focus on wellbeing and professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in large energy and infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record in winning projects and managing teams.
• Experience as an expert witness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee major infrastructure and renewable projects.
• Build and mentor multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop client relationships and secure new business.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Negotiation skills

Project management

Education

MRTPI qualification or relevant discipline

Job description

RPS, a TetraTech company, is seeking an Associate Director/Technical Director – Town Planning to support its National Development and Infrastructure Planning team in Leeds. This key role involves working collaboratively on major projects across energy, transport, and strategic housing sectors, including renewable energy, airports, ports, residential, and infrastructure developments.

Your Impact: Join RPS to make a meaningful difference by leveraging cutting-edge technologies and expertise to create global change. Grow your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

About the Team: Our team leads planning and EIA for significant energy and infrastructure projects across the UK, including offshore wind farms, interconnectors, solar farms, and battery storage. We work with clients like SSE, BP, RWE, and others on over 20 DCO projects, including the Mona Offshore Wind Project and Gatwick Expansion.

Responsibilities: As Technical Director, you will oversee major infrastructure and renewable projects, build and mentor multidisciplinary teams, develop client relationships, and secure new business. Your role includes providing professional consultancy, coordinating submissions, and supporting frameworks and tenders.

Candidate Profile: You should have experience in large energy and infrastructure projects, MRTPI qualification or relevant discipline, strong leadership qualities, experience as an expert witness, excellent negotiation skills, and a proven track record in winning projects and managing teams.

What We Offer: We provide accredited training, support innovation and collaboration, and value diverse perspectives. Join a community that prioritizes wellbeing and professional growth. As part of Tetra Tech, we offer global resources and opportunities to work on impactful projects worldwide.