Associate Planning Consultant

AtkinsRéalis; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible holiday allowances

Employee rewards

Training and professional development opportunities

Hybrid working culture

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis, based in Bristol, is looking for senior or principal town planners to lead projects within their London and South East teams. The role involves managing projects, participating in bids, and collaborating with various engineering and design professionals.

The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree in planning and knowledge of the Environmental Impact Assessment process. You will enjoy benefits like competitive salaries and professional development in a hybrid working culture.

Qualifications

• Experience with Environment Impact Assessment process.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple assignments.
• Understanding of TCPA, DCO, TWAO applications.

Responsibilities

• Act as Planning Lead on projects across various markets.
• Manage project delivery as a lead consultant.
• Engage with market and client leads for business growth.

Skills

Planning Lead on projects

Client relationship development

Strong communication skills

Strategic planning knowledge

Education

Relevant planning degree

RTPI membership (desirable)

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis, a leading multi‑disciplinary consultancy, is recruiting senior or principal town planners to support the growth of our London and South East teams on major infrastructure and development projects.

Your role

• Act as Planning Lead on projects across a range of markets and sectors.
• Participate actively in bid preparation, tender submissions and framework responses.
• Serve as lead consultant for multidisciplinary projects, responsible for project management and delivery.
• Provide support to junior colleagues and planning team leaders.
• Work collaboratively in a dynamic environment with environmental, engineering and design disciplines.
• Engage with market and client leads to support business growth and development opportunities.

About You

• A relevant planning degree; RTPI membership desirable.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple assignments, meet tight deadlines, and deliver on time and within budget.
• Experience with Environment Impact Assessment process.
• Knowledge in strategic planning and planning policy.
• Understanding of TCPA, DCO, TWAO or equivalent applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain, explore and discuss planning issues.
• Flexibility to apply knowledge across a wide variety of planning‑related tasks.
• Demonstrable ability to develop client relationships and support market growth.

Rewards & Benefits

Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards, a range of benefits tailored to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices, training and professional development opportunities, a hybrid working culture, and flexible holiday allowances.

Security Clearance

This role may require security clearance. Offers of employment will depend on obtaining the relevant clearance level. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require proof of UK residency for 5 years or longer. Do not reference any current or prior security clearance in your application or CV.

Equal Opportunities

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong.