Town Planner

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech, Inc. is seeking a Town Planner in Belfast to support the delivery of planning projects from feasibility through to determinations and post‑consent activities.

You will work with senior team members on a range of assignments, preparing planning documentation, researching policy and coordinating project inputs. You will gain exposure to diverse sectors, collaborate with environmental, engineering and design specialists, and develop client relationships while progressing your career

Qualifications

• Degree in Town Planning or related discipline; pursuing RTPI membership.
• Experience preparing or supporting planning applications and submissions.
• Knowledge of NI/Ireland planning systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist delivery of planning projects from feasibility to planning applications.
• Prepare planning statements, reports and consultation responses.
• Engage with consultees, stakeholders and project teams.
• Support multi-disciplinary coordination for development proposals.

Skills

Planning policy

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Education

Degree in Town Planning

RTPI MRTPI status

Job description

Deliver High-Quality Planning Solutions Across the UK & Ireland

Tetra Tech is seeking to appoint a motivated and capable Town Planner to join our established and growing Planning team in Belfast. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional looking to further develop their career within a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy, working on a diverse portfolio of projects across a range of sectors.

As part of a collaborative and supportive team, you will contribute to the delivery of planning advice and development proposals for clients across the UK and Ireland. You will gain exposure to a variety of projects, work closely with experienced planning professionals and technical specialists, and play an active role in guiding developments through the planning process.

Tetra Tech continues to experience strong growth across the region, creating exciting opportunities for planners who are looking to broaden their experience, develop their technical expertise and progress their careers within a dynamic consultancy environment.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

As a Town Planner, you will support the delivery of planning projects from initial feasibility and site promotion stages through to planning applications, determination and post-consent activities. Working alongside senior members of the team, you will contribute to a range of planning assignments while taking increasing responsibility for project tasks and client interactions.

The role will involve preparing planning applications and supporting documentation, undertaking planning policy research, engaging with consultees and stakeholders, and assisting with the management of projects through the planning process. You will work as part of multi-disciplinary project teams, collaborating with environmental, engineering and design specialists to deliver coordinated and effective planning solutions.

Depending on project requirements, there may be opportunities to gain experience across different planning jurisdictions and sectors, including infrastructure, residential, commercial, energy and environmental projects.

Your Impact in this Position

Through your technical skills, attention to detail and understanding of planning processes, you will contribute to the successful delivery of development proposals across a broad range of sectors.

Your work will support clients in navigating planning requirements, identifying opportunities and managing risks throughout the development process. By helping to prepare robust planning submissions and coordinating project inputs, you will play an important role in securing positive planning outcomes while continuing to develop your professional expertise.

As your confidence and capability grow, you will become increasingly involved in managing project responsibilities, developing client relationships and contributing to complex and high-profile schemes.

Your Toolkit for Success at Tetra Tech

Planning & Technical Expertise

You will have a solid understanding of planning policy and development management, gained within a consultancy, local authority or client-side environment. You will be comfortable undertaking planning research, preparing reports and planning statements, reviewing policy documents and providing well-reasoned planning advice with appropriate guidance and support. Experience of Environmental Impact Assessment, infrastructure projects or renewable energy developments would be advantageous but is not essential.

Project Delivery & Organisation

You will be organised and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously. You will take ownership of your work and ensure that deliverables are completed accurately, efficiently and to a high professional standard. You will contribute positively within project teams and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to support successful project delivery.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

You will communicate confidently and professionally with colleagues, clients, planning authorities and other stakeholders. Your interpersonal skills will help build effective working relationships and support positive project outcomes. You will be keen to further develop your client-facing skills and take increasing responsibility for meetings, discussions and project coordination activities.

Multi-Disciplinary Collaboration

You will enjoy working within diverse project teams, collaborating with colleagues from a range of technical disciplines to integrate planning, environmental and engineering considerations into development proposals. Your ability to coordinate information and contribute to team-based problem solving will be important in delivering well-rounded planning solutions.

Professional Communication & Reporting

You will produce clear, accurate and well-structured written outputs, including planning statements, appraisal reports, consultation responses and project correspondence. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and a professional approach to communication will underpin your success in the role.

Mandatory Requirements

You will hold a degree in Town Planning or a related discipline and will be working towards RTPI membership or have recently achieved MRTPI status. You will have demonstrable experience preparing or supporting planning applications and related submissions, together with a good understanding of planning policy and development management processes.

You will possess strong written and verbal communication skills, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within a team environment while managing competing priorities and project deadlines.

Experience gained within a planning consultancy environment would be advantageous, as would exposure to renewable energy, infrastructure or Environmental Impact Assessment projects. Knowledge of the Northern Ireland and/or Irish planning systems would also be beneficial, although this is not essential.

Work Patterns and Location

This role is based in Belfast, with hybrid working arrangements available subject to business and project requirements. Tetra Tech supports flexible and agile working practices that help employees balance professional commitments with personal wellbeing.

Why Join Tetra Tech?

Tetra Tech is a leading global provider of consulting and engineering services, supporting clients throughout the full project lifecycle.

Across the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands, more than 6,000 colleagues work together to deliver sustainable solutions that help clients address complex environmental, infrastructure and development challenges.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, reasonable adjustments will be made to support candidates and employees who require additional arrangements throughout the recruitment process or in the workplace. Please let us know if you require any accommodations. #LI-RA1 #LI-HYBRID

Whyjoin Tetra Tech?

TetraTech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services workingacross the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide rangeofexpertiseacross our teams, providing a global support networkwith a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand wherewe can add value.We provide a collaborative environment that supportsindividual performance, innovation, and creativity.

Wesupport public and private sector clients on local, national, and internationalprojects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in theUK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees whoareLeading with Science®to solve our clients' most complexproblems.

Inalignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments tosupport candidates andemployeesrequiringadditionalarrangements. This could includeadaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace.Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment processor in your day-to-day role.