Senior/Principal Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Scotland is seeking a Senior or Principal Planning Consultant to manage significant planning projects and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Town Planning and a strong understanding of the UK planning system. This role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for flexible working arrangements. Join to make a meaningful impact on major UK developments.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible benefits scheme

Medical insurance

Gym membership

Support for chartership

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic planning and policy.
• Knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment process is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver multi-disciplinary projects.
• Mentor junior planners.
• Engage with key clients to support business development.

Skills

Strong understanding of the UK planning system

Excellent communication skills

Strong time management skills

Confidence to work independently

Education

Degree in Town Planning or a relevant subject

Chartered or working towards chartered status

Job description

Senior/Principal Planning Consultant – Leading Multidisciplinary Consultancy

Location: Scotland (Hybrid/Flexible Working Options Available)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits + Clear Progression Path

A globally recognised multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking a talented Senior or Principal Planning Consultant to join their expanding environment and infrastructure team in Scotland. With a growing pipeline of high-profile projects, this is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced planning professional looking to make a meaningful impact on major UK developments.

You’ll be joining a highly respected planning team operating at the forefront of sustainable development, working across sectors including energy, transport, utilities, ports and harbours, and buildings. This is a chance to shape the future of infrastructure and deliver real-world solutions to today’s most pressing environmental and societal challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Planning Lead or Support Lead across a range of strategic projects
• Manage and deliver multi-disciplinary projects, providing expert consultancy services to a diverse client base
• Lead on bid preparation and framework responses
• Mentor junior planners and contribute to the overall growth and capability of the team
• Collaborate with experts across planning, environmental, engineering, and design disciplines
• Engage with key clients to support business development and market opportunities

Requirements

• Degree in Town Planning or a relevant subject
• Chartered or working towards chartered status
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system, including TCPA, DCO or TWAO processes
• Strategic planning and policy experience
• Knowledge of the Environmental Impact Assessment process (desirable)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to deliver well-presented reports and presentations
• Strong time management skills, able to handle multiple projects to tight deadlines
• Confidence to work independently and collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams

What’s on Offer

• A competitive salary package regularly benchmarked against the market
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell additional leave
• A flexible benefits scheme tailored to support work/life balance, including medical insurance, gym membership, cycle-to-work scheme, and more
• Extensive support for chartership and ongoing professional development
• A supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking working environment

Interested?

While preference is given to candidates based in or near Glasgow, applications from individuals across the UK are welcomed. Flexible and remote working arrangements are available.

To find out more or apply confidentially, please get in touch today.

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362 010 or [e-mail]