Senior Town Planning Director: Lead Major Infra&Renewables

Penguin Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A planning consultancy is seeking an Associate Director / Technical Director in Leeds. This role involves leading significant infrastructure and renewable projects, managing stakeholder engagement, and representing clients in inquiries. The ideal candidate is a Chartered Town Planner with extensive experience in major planning projects and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid work environment, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible hybrid working environment

Access to professional development programmes

Qualifications

• Chartered Town Planner or equivalent qualification required.
• Extensive experience in DCOs and EIA-led schemes is essential.
• Previous experience as an expert witness at public inquiries is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale infrastructure and renewable projects across the UK.
• Oversee planning submissions and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Represent clients at public inquiries and ensure best practice compliance.

Skills

Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) or equivalent

Experience in major planning and infrastructure projects

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

People management and mentoring

Commercial awareness

Education

Relevant qualification in town planning

Job description

A planning consultancy is seeking an Associate Director / Technical Director in Leeds. This role involves leading significant infrastructure and renewable projects, managing stakeholder engagement, and representing clients in inquiries. The ideal candidate is a Chartered Town Planner with extensive experience in major planning projects and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid work environment, and opportunities for professional development.