Senior Town Planner — Major Projects Lead

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Employee resource groups

Support for health & wellbeing

Training and mentoring

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Planner in Newcastle upon Tyne to provide planning and development advice. The ideal candidate offers knowledge of the UK planning system, preferably from a consultancy or local authority background, along with good communication and organizational skills. This role includes responsibilities like preparing planning statements, managing projects, and working within a supportive team. Benefits include hybrid working arrangements and a focus on personal development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in the UK planning system.
• Experience in local authority or private sector setting.
• Ability to prepare and review planning documentation.

Responsibilities

• Devising planning strategies and assessing planning history.
• Preparing briefing notes for planning permission likelihood.
• Drafting clear planning statements to support proposals.
• Managing project delivery and budgetary control.

Skills

Knowledge of the UK planning system

Good technical and IT skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in town planning

Postgraduate qualification in relevant subject

Chartered status (MRTPI / MRICS)

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Planner in Newcastle upon Tyne to provide planning and development advice. The ideal candidate offers knowledge of the UK planning system, preferably from a consultancy or local authority background, along with good communication and organizational skills. This role includes responsibilities like preparing planning statements, managing projects, and working within a supportive team. Benefits include hybrid working arrangements and a focus on personal development.