Senior Town Planner — Major Projects, Hybrid Role

Carrington West; North East; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working (3 days in office)

Benefits package

Job summary

Carrington West is seeking a Senior Town Planner in Newcastle Upon Tyne to join a close-knit planning team. The role offers flexible hybrid working with 3 days in the office and a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 plus benefits.

You will lead project ownership, manage planning applications, advise clients and stakeholders, and contribute to major and complex schemes while developing your career within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within town planning, ideally within a consultancy environment.
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning system.
• Experience managing or contributing to planning applications.
• Exposure to major applications, EIA or infrastructure projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• A proactive, commercially aware approach.
• MRTPI or working towards chartership would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of your own projects while collaborating with colleagues across the wider team.
• Manage planning applications and advise clients and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the delivery of major and complex projects.
• Support junior team members and share knowledge within the team.
• Engage with clients to understand requirements and provide clear guidance.

Skills

Town planning experience

UK planning system knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Education

MRTPI or working towards chartership

Job description

Carrington West is seeking a Senior Town Planner in Newcastle Upon Tyne to join a close-knit planning team. The role offers flexible hybrid working with 3 days in the office and a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 plus benefits.

You will lead project ownership, manage planning applications, advise clients and stakeholders, and contribute to major and complex schemes while developing your career within a supportive environment.