Senior Town Planner - Lead Consent for Major Infrastructure

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-life balance

Health & Wellbeing support

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Senior Consultant to join their Infrastructure Planning Team in Manchester. This role involves supporting town planning and consenting inputs for major infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have experience in securing planning approvals and managing client expectations. The position offers a hybrid working policy, allowing flexibility to work from home and modern office collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in securing consent and approvals for significant infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of relevant planning legislation.
• Ability to support and supervise project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Support town planning or consenting inputs on major infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical advice to clients regarding their consenting requirements.
• Engage with teams across various disciplines.

Skills

Project management experience

Client management

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree level qualification in town planning

Membership or eligibility for RTPI

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Senior Consultant to join their Infrastructure Planning Team in Manchester. This role involves supporting town planning and consenting inputs for major infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have experience in securing planning approvals and managing client expectations. The position offers a hybrid working policy, allowing flexibility to work from home and modern office collaboration.