Technical Director, Town Planning – Growth & Delivery Lead

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Barking; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd. is recruiting a Technical Director | Associate Director for Town Planning to lead and develop a national team across the UK.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality planning consultancy services, managing fees and governance, and steering major infrastructure and development bids. You will work with multi-disciplinary teams to drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and shape the direction of the Northern Planning practice while ensuring exceptional technical

Qualifications

• RTPI-accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning is required.
• Chartered RTPI membership is preferred for senior leadership.
• Strong consultancy background with leadership experience is essential.

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, 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.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Stakeholder engagement

Client relationship management

Communication

Education

RTPI-accredited degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning

Chartered RTPI membership

Job description

Penguin Recruitment Ltd. is recruiting a Technical Director | Associate Director for Town Planning to lead and develop a national team across the UK.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality planning consultancy services, managing fees and governance, and steering major infrastructure and development bids. You will work with multi-disciplinary teams to drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and shape the direction of the Northern Planning practice while ensuring exceptional technical