Senior Planning Consultant — Dublin, Hybrid

Irish Planning Institute; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Career progression

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

McCutcheon Halley in Dublin is seeking an Executive Planning Consultant to lead project work from inception to decision across Ireland. You will manage a varied portfolio, provide planning advice to clients and liaise with planning authorities, multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

The role offers mentorship of graduates, a collaborative team environment and the opportunity to advance towards senior planning responsibilities while contributing to business growth in a dynamic practice.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree in Town Planning or related discipline, preferably RTPI/IPI accredited.
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant planning experience, ideally in consultancy.
• Strong understanding of Irish planning system, legislation and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of planning projects from inception to completion.
• Provide planning advice to clients, identifying opportunities and constraints.
• Prepare planning reports, statements, submissions and appeals.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, environmental specialists and other consultants.
• Liaise with planning authorities and statutory bodies.
• Lead and participate in project meetings with clients and stakeholders.
• Identify risks, evaluate options and contribute to practical solutions.
• Assist in preparing fee proposals and managing project programmes/budgets.
• Support and mentor graduate/early-career planners.
• Contribute to business development and growth of the Dublin office.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Client engagement

Deadline management

Team collaboration

Education

Town Planning degree (or RTPI/IPI accredited)

Tools

GIS

CAD

AI planning tools

Job description

McCutcheon Halley in Dublin is seeking an Executive Planning Consultant to lead project work from inception to decision across Ireland. You will manage a varied portfolio, provide planning advice to clients and liaise with planning authorities, multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

The role offers mentorship of graduates, a collaborative team environment and the opportunity to advance towards senior planning responsibilities while contributing to business growth in a dynamic practice.