Job Description
Job Title: Technical Director / Associate Director - Planning
Location: Leeds
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
We're working with one of the UK's most progressive multi-disciplinary consultancies to appoint a Planning Technical Director or Associate Director for their growing team in Leeds.
This is a leadership-level role suited to someone with a strong planning background and a passion for shaping major infrastructure, environmental, and development projects across the UK.
The role
You'll join a national team of over 60 planners within a wider Environment Practice that's driving innovation in sustainable infrastructure, Net Zero, ESG, and digital transformation. As a senior member of the team, you'll lead on key projects, manage client relationships, support business growth, and mentor colleagues.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering high-quality town planning consultancy services across major infrastructure and development schemes
Leading bids, managing resources, and ensuring governance and commercial oversight
Building strong client relationships and identifying new work opportunities
Collaborating with technical teams across planning, environment, transport, and energy
Managing and developing junior team members through coaching and reviews
Supporting the strategic growth of the Northern planning team
What we're looking for:
Chartered RTPI planner with a strong academic and professional background
Extensive planning experience in consultancy or a similar environment
Strong commercial awareness and experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects
Proven leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
A collaborative mindset and the confidence to drive innovation and growth
What's on offer:
Competitive salary and car allowance
Flexible working and support for career progression
Diverse, inclusive working culture with strong networks and mentoring
Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects across energy, transport, water, and housing
A leadership position within one of the UK's most respected consultancy teams
To explore this opportunity in confidence, get in touch today.
Apply today on (phone number removed) and forward your CV to (url removed)
