Associate Director, Town Planning (Ireland) - Hybrid

AECOM; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Associate Director to lead and grow our Town Planning team in Ireland, based from Cork or Dublin with hybrid working. The role involves managing major planning applications, delivering high-quality planning advice, and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams on diverse infrastructure projects across the country.

The successful candidate will bring significant experience in planning consent across Ireland, strong client relationships, and a track record in leading complex

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading planning consent applications within Ireland for large infrastructure projects across energy, transport or rail sectors.
• Strong client and stakeholder engagement and ability to develop new business opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning consents service and grow the team.
• Provide planning strategy and expert advice to clients and internal teams.
• Ensure project delivery on time and within budget with multi-disciplinary coordination.
• Oversee quality assurance and compliance across deliverables.
• Support business development and tender preparation with strategic insights.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Strategic planning

Client relations

Business development

Education

Degree in Town Planning

Irish Planning Institute membership

Job description

AECOM is seeking an Associate Director to lead and grow our Town Planning team in Ireland, based from Cork or Dublin with hybrid working. The role involves managing major planning applications, delivering high-quality planning advice, and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams on diverse infrastructure projects across the country.

The successful candidate will bring significant experience in planning consent across Ireland, strong client relationships, and a track record in leading complex