Town Planning Consultant

Geoscience Ireland; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global environmental consultancy is seeking a skilled Town Planner to join their Planning and Environment Team. The role involves managing EIA and non-EIA planning applications within a collaborative setting. Candidates of all levels are encouraged to apply, with flexible working options and strong career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension

Healthcare

Travel and life insurance

25 days of annual leave

Flexible bank holidays

Qualifications

• Relevant degree/postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or similar.
• Chartered membership or working towards with the Royal Town Planning Institute.
• Experience with renewable energy projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage submissions for EIA and non-EIA planning applications.
• Lead projects within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team.
• Deliver high-quality results on medium to large-scale projects.

Skills

Project management

Report writing

Stakeholder communication

Understanding of UK planning systems

Education

Degree in Town Planning or similar

Postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or similar

Chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute

Job description

Following its recent acquisition by SLR, Wardell Armstrong now forms part of a leading global environmental and sustainability consultancy working on projects across the world from over 100 offices. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Town Planner to join our team. We are flexible on experience and welcome candidates at all stages of their career, including Junior to Senior (typically 2 to 5 years’ experience), and Principal to Associate Director (typically 8 to 15 years’ experience) level.

We have a well-established Planning and Environment Team based in multiple UK offices, handling a diverse range of projects including renewable energy, waste, industrial, mineral, commercial, and major infrastructure. We offer hybrid and flexible working in friendly environments.

The role

This role is suited for a talented, highly collaborative Planning Consultant who enjoys taking responsibility and leading projects. Working within a multi-disciplinary team, the role requires an excellent eye for detail in reviewing and approving submissions of EIA and non-EIA planning applications. Experience with EIA projects, Developments of National Significance, and Development Consent Order schemes would be advantageous. Experience with plan promotion, appeals, and public inquiries is also desirable, depending on the candidate’s experience and career stage.

Project work will be varied, covering Wales, the Southwest, and other regions across the UK.

About us

SLR is a global leader in Sustainability Solutions, supporting clients in achieving their sustainability goals. With over 4,000 employees across six regions and more than 125 countries, our ‘one team’ culture fosters collaboration and professional development.

We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits including a company pension, healthcare, travel and life insurance, and a structured career framework with regular reviews and progression opportunities. Our benefits also include 25 days of annual leave, flexible bank holidays, and flexible, agile, and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.

About you

The ideal candidate will have strong technical, report-writing, and project management skills, with the ability to contribute to and manage medium to large-scale complex projects, producing high-quality results.

• A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or similar.
• Chartered member status of the Royal Town Planning Institute (or working towards).
• Experience with renewable energy projects is advantageous.
• Experience in client-facing consultancy, managing stakeholder communication.
• Experience preparing and editing documents for planning authority submissions.
• Project delivery experience, both office and site-based.
• Experience working on projects at all development stages.
• Good understanding of UK planning systems.
• A full UK driving license is essential; access to a personal vehicle is desirable.

Culture & Inclusion at SLR

We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer, fostering an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, including under-represented groups such as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minorities, women, and those with disabilities or neurodivergence.

If you require any special adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. As a Disability Confident employer, we aim to support all applicants equitably.