Major Projects Town Planning and Consents Lead (Infrastructure Planning)

WSP Global Inc.; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Major Projects Town Planning and Consents Lead to spearhead consenting efforts on significant infrastructure projects. This role involves leading multi-disciplinary teams, providing technical advice to clients, and navigating complex negotiations with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in town planning and have strong project management experience. Join a dynamic team that values inclusivity and work-life balance, where you can make a meaningful impact on communities. Embrace the opportunity to shape your career while contributing to landmark projects that matter.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Health and wellbeing programme

Inclusivity and diversity initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams for major infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of planning regulations and project finances.

Responsibilities

• Lead consenting inputs on major infrastructure projects and manage client requirements.
• Coordinate consent applications and act as Project Director.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation Skills

Technical Advisory

Team Leadership

Understanding of Project Finances

Education

Degree in Town Planning

Membership of RTPI

Job description

Major Projects Town Planning and Consents Lead (Infrastructure Planning)

London, United Kingdom

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

WSP is an award-winning consultancy that employs the largest number of chartered town planners across the UK, operating within both the infrastructure and property markets.

To continue to sustainably grow as a business, we are looking for experienced town planners or consents specialists to join our team to lead consenting inputs on major and nationally significant infrastructure projects. The successful candidates will have demonstrable experience at leading multi-disciplinary teams to secure approvals for major and nationally significant infrastructure projects via the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the Planning Act 2008.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Leading consenting inputs on major infrastructure projects (DCOs, DNSs, TWAOs etc)
• Providing technical advice to clients and managing their consenting requirements
• Co-ordinating the preparation and submission of consent applications which may include applications under the Town and Country Planning Acts, the Planning Act 2008 or other regimes.
• Acting as Project Director for projects led and managed by the Infrastructure Planning and Engagement business.
• Leading on complex negotiations with statutory bodies and stakeholders on behalf of clients.
• Acting as Planning Expert Witness at DCO examinations or other hearings or inquiries.
• Supporting the Service Line Director and Sector Leads to pursue new work winning opportunities in line with WSP's Growth Strategy as appropriate.
• Line management / mentoring colleagues by supporting them in their work project delivery roles.
• Degree level qualification in town planning (or equivalent).
• Member of (or eligible for) the RTPI.
• Strong understanding of project finances.
• Sound project management experience, ideally within a consultancy environment.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

Job Info

• Job Identification 66862
• Locations 70 Chancery Lane, London, WC2A 1AF, GB
• Posting Date 02/25/2025, 02:41 PM

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

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Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.