Principal Town Planner

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading planning consultancy in South West England is seeking a Principal Town Planner to lead projects focusing on renewable energy and large infrastructure developments. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Town Planner with at least 3 years of experience, excellent project management skills, and a strong understanding of UK planning regulations. The role offers competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Company pension

Performance related bonus

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in town planning, with a focus on renewables or large infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Managing and leading projects related to renewable energy and large infrastructure.
• Providing expert planning advice and conducting site assessments.
• Engaging with clients and local authorities for project approvals.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Chartered Town Planner with RTPI membership

Job description

Job Title: Principal Town Planner
Location: South West England
Job Type: Full-time, permanent

About Us: I am currently working with a leading planning consultancy, committed to delivering sustainable and innovative solutions for their clients. With a focus on renewable energy solutions and large infrastructure projects, they are expanding their ever growing team and seeking an experienced Town Planner up to Associate Town Planner to join their Bristol, South West team.

Role and Responsibilities: As a Principal Town Planner, you will play a key role in managing and leading projects related to renewable energy and large infrastructure developments.

Your responsibilities will include:
·Providing expert planning advice on a range of projects, with a focus on renewables and large infrastructures.
·Leading project teams, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring successful project delivery.
·Conducting site assessments, feasibility studies, and contributing to the development of planning strategies.
·Engaging with clients, local authorities, and other relevant bodies to facilitate project approvals.
·Keeping up-to-date with planning policies and regulations, and advising clients on their implications.

Qualifications and Experience:
·Chartered Town Planner with RTPI (Royal Town Planning Institute) membership is desired.
·Minimum of 3 years of experience in town planning, ideally with a focus on renewable enrgy or large infrastructure projects and within a consultancy environment.
·Strong knowledge of UK planning policies and regulations.
·Excellent project management and leadership skills.
Skills and Attributes:
·Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
·Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
·Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
·Detail-oriented and organized approach to work.

Benefits:
·Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
·Flexible working hours, with the option for full-time or part-time employment.
·Company pension
·Performance related bonus
·Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to [e-mail] or pop me a call on 02393 876 054

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