Technical Director - Planning & Infrastructure Leader

Penguin Recruitment; Ringway; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

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 a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality planning consultancy on major infrastructure and development projects.

The role requires RTPI-accredited qualifications, Chartered RTPI membership, and a proven track record in leading teams and winning major projects. Based in a UK-wide network, collaboration is key.

Qualifications

• RTPI-accredited degree required.
• Chartered RTPI membership preferred.
• Strong consultancy background with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• 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 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.
• Mentor, manage, and support the development of team members.

Skills

Leadership

Town Planning

Client engagement

Bid management

Education

RTPI-accredited degree

Chartered RTPI

Job description

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 a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality planning consultancy on major infrastructure and development projects.

The role requires RTPI-accredited qualifications, Chartered RTPI membership, and a proven track record in leading teams and winning major projects. Based in a UK-wide network, collaboration is key.