Town Planner

Simpson Booth Limited; Liverpool City Region; Presencial; GBP 40 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Simpson Booth Limited in the UK energy infrastructure sector is seeking an experienced town planner to join their growing Planning Team. You will manage planning applications for battery storage projects, engaging with regulators, authorities and stakeholders to secure permissions and align with local policy.

The role offers a flexible working environment, requires strong knowledge of UK planning regulations, and a proactive, collaborative approach to project delivery.

Qualificações

• Degree (or equivalent) in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related discipline.
• Experience in town planning within a local council, consultancy or developer.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage planning applications for battery storage projects.
• Provide planning advice to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with UK planning legislation and local policies.
• Engage with local authorities, consultants and community groups to facilitate planning permissions.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams, including environmental, legal and engineering professionals, to support project development.
• Monitor and respond to changes in planning policy, legislation and best practice guidance.
• Represent the organisation at planning committees, public inquiries and stakeholder meetings.
• Assist in business development activities by identifying opportunities and contributing to proposals.
• Review and provide strategic planning advice to acquisition opportunities.

Conhecimentos

Stakeholder engagement

Policy knowledge

Communication

Project management

Formação académica

Degree in Town Planning

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Our Client is a fast growing company in the UK energy infrastructure sector. They identify, secure and deliver large scale developments that support the decarbonisation of the power system, working with a range of partners, advisors and stakeholders. They offer a modern, flexible working environment, a strong focus on work life balance and a culture that values initiative, collaboration and continuous improvement.

About Role:

We are supporting our Client with an exciting opportunity within their growing Planning Team. As a member of the Planning and Design Team, you will be managing planning applications, engaging with stakeholders and supporting the delivery of energy developments projects. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional with experience in town planning within a local authority, consultancy, or developer environment.

Subject to level of experience, our Client is open to considering candidates at Planner level or Planning Lead level, with compensation appropriated accordingly.

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage planning applications for largely battery storage projects.
• Provide planning advice and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with UK planning legislation and local policies.
• Engage with local authorities, consultants and community groups to facilitate planning permissions.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams, including environmental, legal and engineering professionals, to support project development.
• Monitor and respond to changes in planning policy, legislation and best practice guidance.
• Represent the organisation at planning committees, public inquiries and stakeholder meetings.
• Assist in business development activities by identifying opportunities and contributing to proposals.
• Review and provide strategic planning advice to acquisition opportunities.

Skills/ Experience/ Qualifications you will have;

• Degree (or equivalent) in Town Planning, Urban Planning, or a related discipline.
• Experience in town planning within a local council, consultancy or developer.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning regulations, policies and procedures.
• Similar or adjacent sectors will be considered.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to engage with a variety of stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail in preparing planning applications and reports.
• Proven experience working on discharging planning conditions and preparing modification applications (S96a / S73).
• Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets and deadlines effectively.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle
• Chartered membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or eligibility for membership would be highly preferred.
• Experience in energy projects, including renewable energy, grid infrastructure or major developments.

Our Client continues to grow on the back of a strong project pipeline. They are seeking a candidate who not only has the right skills, but also mirrors their values and demonstrates a genuine drive to succeed in everything they undertake.