Energy Infrastructure Planner & Approvals Lead

Deloitte (UK); Alabama; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Deloitte UK is seeking a Senior Planner or Assistant Director to lead complex planning and consenting projects across the energy infrastructure sector. Based in the UK, you will guide routes such as DCOs and Section 36/37 consents, navigating national planning policy with senior client advisory.

You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, drive stakeholder engagement, and support the growth of our Infrastructure and Real Estate practice within a flexible hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in planning and consenting for large-scale infrastructure and energy projects.
• Experience with national consenting regimes, including Planning Act 2008 (DCOs) and TCPA processes.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation (e.g., EIA Regulations).
• Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary projects with financial management and risk mitigation.
• Track record of leading and developing project teams.
• Experience with energy technologies across power, utilities and renewables (solar, wind, hydrogen, CCS).
• Proven ability to represent clients at public consultations and inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex planning and consenting projects across energy infrastructure.
• Head multi-disciplinary teams and manage project delivery to time and budget.
• Develop innovative consenting strategies and advise on routes like DCOs and Section 36/37 consents.
• Navigate national planning policy and evolving guidance to secure approvals.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to drive client satisfaction and growth.

Skills

Planning leadership

Regulatory strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Project delivery

Energy sector knowledge

Education

Degree in planning/related field

Job description

Deloitte UK is seeking a Senior Planner or Assistant Director to lead complex planning and consenting projects across the energy infrastructure sector. Based in the UK, you will guide routes such as DCOs and Section 36/37 consents, navigating national planning policy with senior client advisory.

You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, drive stakeholder engagement, and support the growth of our Infrastructure and Real Estate practice within a flexible hybrid work model.