Lead Planning Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a driven Principal Planning Consultant to lead innovative projects in decarbonisation and renewable energy. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge initiatives, guiding clients through complex planning regimes while fostering a collaborative environment. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to sustainability, this position not only promises professional growth but also the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the low carbon energy transition. Join a diverse team that values safety and inclusivity, and take your career to the next level.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave

6% Pension Contribution

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Employee Assistance Programs

Volunteering Opportunities

Cycle2Work Scheme

Gym Membership Discounts

Retail Gift Card Discounts

Qualifications

• Proven track record in working on Development Consent Orders (DCOs).
• Detail-oriented with experience in preparing planning reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Planning team through various projects and deliverables.
• Collaborate with EIA and Project Management teams on planning applications.

Skills

Project Management

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

Planning Report Preparation

DCO Experience

Multidisciplinary Planning

Education

Town Planning Degree

Licentiate/RTPI Qualification

Job description

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ERM seeking Principal Planning Consultant

ERM are seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and enthusiastic Principal Planning Consultant to join and lead our market-leading planning team on a hybrid basis from any of ERM’s 16 UK offices.

You will work on innovative projects in decarbonisation (hydrogen, CCUS), renewable energy (solar, onshore and offshore wind, hydrogen, and battery storage), and mining sectors, where ERM is working with clients to lead the low carbon energy transition. Many projects are at the cutting edge, such as our own concept and Equinor’s H2H Saltend Blue Hydrogen project.

You will work within various planning regimes (including NSIP/DCO, TCPA, s36 (Scotland), and DNS (Wales)) to lead the Planning team through a range of projects and deliverables that help our clients meet their objectives safely, environmentally, and socially sustainably. Our Planning team collaborates with the EIA and Project Management teams, and you will be involved in preparing EIAs and consenting applications supported by our environmental specialists. You will also lead business development efforts with existing and new clients and support the development of junior team members.

At ERM, we are committed to building a sustainable future with leading organizations and operate the ERM Foundation since 1995. We encourage you to learn more about our initiatives.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including options for remote work, and benefits such as 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays, a 6% pension contribution, EV car salary sacrifice scheme, opportunities for promotion and salary review, private medical insurance, life assurance, income protection, employee assistance programs, volunteering opportunities, season ticket loans, a Calm app subscription, Cycle2Work Scheme, and discounts on gym memberships and retail gift cards. We foster a Safety First, diverse, and inclusive culture that values and celebrates differences. With a robust career framework and over 20 technical communities of global experts, there are ample opportunities to grow your career at ERM.

About you

You will have a relevant Town Planning degree and experience in similar roles, with a proven track record in working on DCOs. You should be detail-oriented and interested in preparing planning reports, and be a Licentiate/RTPI (or equivalent) qualified Planner. An understanding of EIA and multidisciplinary planning projects is essential. Scottish planning and consenting experience is required. While consultancy and renewables experience is preferred, it is not mandatory.