Senior/Principal Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Easter Howgate; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary consultancy in Scotland is seeking a Senior/Principal Planning Consultant. This role involves managing strategic projects and mentoring junior staff, focusing on sustainable development. Ideal candidates have a degree in Town Planning, chartered status, and strong communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Medical insurance

Gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Support for chartership

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the UK planning system.
• Experience with TCPA, DCO or TWAO processes.
• Knowledge of Environmental Impact Assessment process is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as Planning Lead or Support Lead on strategic projects.
• Manage multi-disciplinary projects and provide consultancy.
• Lead on bid preparation and framework responses.
• Mentor junior planners.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong time management

Strategic planning and policy experience

Confidence to work independently

Education

Degree in Town Planning or relevant subject

Chartered or working towards chartered status

Job description

Overview

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.

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 we 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

Location and applications

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.

Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP. Please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed).