Technical Director – Planning & Growth Leader

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; Presencial; GBP 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Technical Director Associate Director in Town Planning to lead the Northern Planning team and drive growth across the UK. You will oversee major infrastructure projects, develop client relationships, and ensure high-quality, compliant planning guidance across multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires a Chartered RTPI professional with a strong consultancy background, strategic thinking, and a growth-oriented mindset to shape major development policy and delivery.

Formación

• Requires RTPI-accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning.
• Chartered RTPI membership is required or highly preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, grow, and develop an established team of Town Planners across the UK.
• Deliver high-quality Town Planning consultancy services directly to clients.
• Manage commercial performance including fee management, governance, and resourcing.
• Lead major multidisciplinary bid submissions for significant infrastructure and development projects.
• Develop new business opportunities and strengthen existing client relationships.
• Oversee project delivery ensuring technical excellence, quality, and compliance at all stages.
• Collaborate across national planning, environmental, and infrastructure teams to drive integrated solutions.
• Mentor, manage, and support the development of team members, including performance reviews.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Business development

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Educación

RTPI-accredited degree

Chartered RTPI membership

Descripción del empleo

Penguin Recruitment is seeking a Technical Director Associate Director in Town Planning to lead the Northern Planning team and drive growth across the UK. You will oversee major infrastructure projects, develop client relationships, and ensure high-quality, compliant planning guidance across multidisciplinary teams.

The role requires a Chartered RTPI professional with a strong consultancy background, strategic thinking, and a growth-oriented mindset to shape major development policy and delivery.