Senior Infrastructure Planner- Sheffield

Matchtech; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Planner to join their dynamic team in Sheffield. The role involves supporting diverse infrastructure projects and managing project delivery, requiring strong project management and communication skills. This position offers hybrid working and excellent benefits. If you're a qualified Town Planner with a passion for impactful projects, apply now for an opportunity to grow in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection cover

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in infrastructure planning.
• Ability to articulate complex issues clearly.
• Experience in business development and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning team on infrastructure projects.
• Manage project delivery according to client objectives.
• Collaborate with various teams for planning processes.

Skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of planning legislation

Education

Degree in Town Planning

MRTPI membership

Job description

Senior Infrastructure Planner- Sheffield

Ref no.

Ref no. BHN588296

Location

Location Sheffield, England

Start date ASAP

Job type

Job type Permanent

Job status

Job status Open

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

If you are an experienced Town Planner with expertise in infrastructure, we encourage you to apply now to join our client's innovative team in Sheffield. Elevate your career with exciting projects and a collaborative workplace that values your contribution.

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