Infrastructure Planners- Newcastle

Matchtech; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure planning is seeking Infrastructure Planners in Newcastle. With over 5 years of experience, candidates will work on diverse infrastructure initiatives, handling consent applications and collaborating across teams. A hybrid work environment and comprehensive benefits are offered, supporting personal and professional development.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection cover

Flexible benefits for health and wellbeing

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in infrastructure planning.
• Strong knowledge of planning legislation and policy.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning team on various infrastructure projects.
• Prepare consent applications and draft reports.
• Collaborate with engineers and environmental teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Commercial management

Education

Degree and/or master's in Town Planning

Membership with the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI)

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Infrastructure Planners- Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne

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Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job summary

Our client is currently seeking Infrastructure Planners with 5+ years experience to join their growing team in Newcastle. This role offers a flexible, hybrid work environment, contributing to major infrastructure projects across the UK.

Key skills required for this role

Important

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the planning team on a diverse range of infrastructure projects
• Preparing consent applications and taking responsibility for specific aspects of projects such as drafting reports and meeting with clients or stakeholders
• Leading smaller projects to ensure delivery according to client objectives and timelines
• Collaborating with engineers, environmental teams, and communication specialists to guide the planning consenting process from feasibility to implementation
• Applying expert knowledge in various consenting regimes including Development Consent Orders, Transport and Works Act, Town and Country Planning Act, and the Electricity Act

Job Requirements:

• Degree and/or master's in Town Planning and membership with the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI)
• Strong knowledge of relevant planning legislation and policy
• Experience producing outputs to support infrastructure consenting or planning policy
• Proven ability to develop working relationships with town planners and other disciplines both internally and externally
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex issues concisely, write reports, present effectively, and manage client relationships
• Proven project management skills with a successful record in project planning and delivery
• Commercial and financial management experience for profitable project management
• Experience in business development, including successful bidding for new work
• Comprehensive benefits package including Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance, and Income protection cover
• Flexible benefits to support health, wellbeing, and individual needs
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Chance to work on ambitious projects that deliver remarkable outcomes
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
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