Senior Infrastructure Planning & Consenting Lead

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to join their Infrastructure Planning team in Manchester. The role involves leading town planning inputs on major infrastructure projects, providing technical leadership, and coordinating consent applications. Candidates should have a degree in town planning and membership of the RTPI, with significant experience in securing consents for major projects. The position offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative team dedicated to making a positive impact in communities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in major infrastructure projects.
• Experience in multidisciplinary teams to secure consent.
• Experience as Planning Expert Witness at DCO examinations.

Responsibilities

• Lead town planning or consenting inputs on major infrastructure projects.
• Manage client expectations and consenting requirements.
• Prepare and submit consent applications.

Skills

Leading town planning inputs

Providing strong technical leadership

Coordinating consent applications

Project management experience

Strong understanding of project finances

Education

Degree level qualification in town planning

Membership of the RTPI

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Senior Consultant to join their Infrastructure Planning team in Manchester. The role involves leading town planning inputs on major infrastructure projects, providing technical leadership, and coordinating consent applications. Candidates should have a degree in town planning and membership of the RTPI, with significant experience in securing consents for major projects. The position offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative team dedicated to making a positive impact in communities.