Senior Town Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their dynamic team in Aberdeen. This role offers the chance to lead diverse projects, from urban regeneration to large infrastructure schemes, while mentoring junior planners. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this position provides career progression opportunities in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about creating sustainable communities and ready for a new challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact on Aberdeen's future.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

High-profile projects

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Town Planning with MRTPI or equivalent accreditation.
• Strong knowledge of Scottish planning policy and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex planning applications and appeals.
• Provide expert advice on planning policies and environmental considerations.

Skills

Town Planning

Project Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Scottish Planning Policy

Education

MRTPI Accreditation

Degree in Town Planning

Job description

REF: NEABERH

Job Opportunity: Senior Town Planner – Aberdeen

Are you a driven and experienced Town Planner looking to advance your career? We are seeking a talented Senior Town Planner to join a leading planning consultancy in Aberdeen. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of projects, including urban regeneration, residential developments, and large-scale infrastructure schemes. If you’re passionate about creating sustainable and vibrant communities, we want to hear from you!

About the Role: As a Senior Town Planner, you will take the lead on a range of planning applications and development proposals. You’ll manage client relationships, provide strategic planning advice, and guide projects through the planning process, from pre-application discussions to securing planning permissions. You will also play a key role in mentoring junior team members and ensuring the successful delivery of projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complex planning applications and appeals
• Provide expert advice on planning policies, development frameworks, and environmental considerations
• Engage with key stakeholders, including local authorities, developers, and the public
• Conduct site appraisals, feasibility studies, and impact assessments
• Support and mentor junior planners within the team
• Ensure compliance with planning regulations and policies

What We’re Looking For:

• Extensive experience in Town Planning, ideally with MRTPI or equivalent accreditation
• Strong knowledge of Scottish planning policy and legislation
• Proven track record of managing projects and delivering results
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary with excellent benefits package
• Career progression opportunities within a supportive environment
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options
• The chance to work on high-profile and impactful projects

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Town Planner to take the next step in their career and make a real difference in shaping Aberdeen’s future. If you’re ready for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Contact Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on 01792 365 108 to discuss further