Senior Infrastructure Planner – Town & Country Planning

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Senior Consultant to join their infrastructure planning team. This role involves supporting town planning and consenting for major infrastructure projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in securing consents under various planning regulations and working within multidisciplinary environments.

Responsibilities include preparing planning applications, providing technical advice, and liaising with stakeholders. A degree in town planning and RTPI membership are required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in working on major infrastructure projects.
• Ability to secure approvals under various planning acts.
• Experience in engaging with statutory bodies and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare applications for the Town & Country Planning Act.
• Provide consenting inputs on major infrastructure projects.
• Support project managers with technical advice.
• Liaise with stakeholders to deliver projects.
• Engage and build relationships within multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Experience in town planning

Knowledge of statutory consent processes

Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams

Technical advisory skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in town planning or equivalent

RTPI membership or eligibility

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Senior Consultant to join their infrastructure planning team. This role involves supporting town planning and consenting for major infrastructure projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in securing consents under various planning regulations and working within multidisciplinary environments.

Responsibilities include preparing planning applications, providing technical advice, and liaising with stakeholders. A degree in town planning and RTPI membership are required.