Senior Infrastructure Planner- Sheffield

Matchtech; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Planner in Sheffield, requiring 5+ years of experience. This hybrid role offers opportunities for professional growth and competitive pay. Responsibilities include managing projects, preparing consent applications, and collaborating with diverse teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Town Planning and strong project management skills.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Flexible benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in infrastructure planning.
• Ability to articulate complex issues and present effectively.
• Experience in business development and bidding for work.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning team on a diverse range of infrastructure projects.
• Manage delivery of smaller projects according to client objectives.
• Collaborate with engineers and environmental teams for project success.

Skills

Project management skills

Knowledge of planning legislation

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

Degree and/or masters in Town Planning (MRTPI)

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Senior Infrastructure Planner- Sheffield, Sheffield

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Location:

Sheffield, 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:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Job summary

Our client is currently seeking Infrastructure Planner with 5+ years experience to join their dynamic team in Sheffield. This is an opportunity that allows for hybrid working, offering flexibility in office location across the UK.

Key skills required for this role

Important

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the planning team on a diverse range of infrastructure projects
• Assist with preparing consent applications and take responsibility for specific aspects of projects
• For smaller projects, manage the delivery according to client objectives and timescales
• Collaborate with engineers, environmental teams, and communication specialists to lead the planning consenting process from feasibility to implementation
• Develop and maintain working relationships within the organisation and in external forums

Job Requirements:

• Degree and/or masters in Town Planning and a Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI)
• Good knowledge of relevant planning legislation and planning policy
• Experience in producing outputs required to support infrastructure consenting or planning policy, such as consents strategies, application documents, and evidence base documents
• Ability to articulate complex issues concisely, write reports, present effectively, and manage client relationships
• Proven project management skills with a successful record in planning and delivery of projects or tasks
• Commercial and financial management skills applicable to profitable project management
• Experience in business development, including successfully bidding for work

Our client offers an attractive total reward package that includes:

• Competitive pay and equitable remuneration
• Health and wellbeing benefits, including private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, and income protection cover
• Access to flexible benefits to support personal wellbeing and family needs
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning
• A supportive, collaborative work environment with a focus on impactful projects
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