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Job Title: Principal Town Planner Location: Cardiff (Hybrid Working) Salary: Starting at £45,000 (DOE) + Car Allowance + Bonus + Competitive Benefits Are you an experienced Senior Town Planner looking to step up to a Principal role, or are you already at this level and seeking a fresh challenge? A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in Cardiff is looking for a talented and motivated Principal Town Planner to join their team. About the Role This position offers an excellent opportunity to work on an impressive variety of projects, ranging from residential developments and commercial spaces to regeneration schemes and strategic planning initiatives. As a key part of the team, you will bring your expertise and insight to complex projects, guiding them from inception to completion while managing client relationships and mentoring junior planners. What's on Offer Hybrid Working - Enjoy the flexibility of working from home and office. Salary Starting at £45,000, with consideration for experience. Car Allowance and Bonus - Attractive financial incentives. Competitive Benefits Package - Designed to reward and support your career progression. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of planning projects. Provide expert planning advice to clients and internal teams. Mentor and support the development of junior staff. Maintain and expand client relationships to contribute to the consultancy's growth. About You Chartered with the RTPI and have a solid track record in town planning. Proven ability to lead projects and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams. Excellent knowledge of planning legislation and policy. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. If you're ready to advance your career with a consultancy known for its supportive team and rewarding career pathways, we'd love to hear from you! Experience in a planning consultancy or local authority is a must. Please note that applications won't be considered without the criteria being met. The salary is negotiable and can be discussed in interview or upon application. This role will move quickly and is unique opportunity so please get in touch as soon as possible. By sending in your CV, you acknowledge you are happy for us to put you forward for the role in you have applied for. If you are keen to see a full job description, please call or attach a cover letter to your application. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on . If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities, but this role is not of interest, please still apply then we can consider you for other positions. Job Reference Number: 54633

Principal Town Planner Winchester Independent Planning Consultancy Senior Role with Real Impact Varied Project Portfolio Flexible Working Are you a driven and experienced Town Planner looking to take on a senior role in a supportive, close-knit team? We're working with a small but well-respected private planning consultancy based in Winchester, known for delivering high-quality work across a wide range of sectors - including residential, rural, commercial, and heritage-led projects. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Planner ready to play a key role in the business. You'll have the autonomy to manage your own projects and clients while contributing to the continued success and growth of the consultancy. What's on offer: A senior position with room to grow Varied and interesting planning work across the region A genuinely supportive, collaborative team environment Flexible working options Competitive salary based on experience About you: MRTPI qualified Strong UK planning experience (private consultancy preferred) Comfortable managing complex planning applications and client relationships Proactive, personable, and keen to be part of a small team where your voice is heard If you're a confident, personable planner ready to take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you. This role will move quickly and is a unique opportunity so please get in touch as soon as possible. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on . If you are a Town Planner who is interested in job opportunities, but this role is not of interest, please still apply, and then we can consider you for other positions. Job Reference Number: 58092

Senior Town Planner / Principal Town Planner Yeovil, Somerset Full-time Hybrid Working Available Permanent Position A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Town Planner or Principal Town Planner to join a respected multi-disciplinary consultancy based in Yeovil. With a strong reputation for delivering thoughtful, design-led planning solutions across the South West, this is an excellent role for a motivated planner ready to take the next step in their career. About the Role As a Senior Town Planner, you will take a lead role in managing a varied portfolio of projects including residential, commercial, heritage, and rural developments. You'll work alongside architects, technologists, and landscape professionals to deliver high-quality planning outcomes, offering strategic and practical planning advice from concept through to approval. Whether you're already operating at a senior level or are a well-established planner looking to step up, this role will offer autonomy, responsibility, and a genuine opportunity to shape the built environment in a collaborative and creative setting. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end planning processes, including pre-application advice, full applications, appeals, and planning statements Act as the key contact for clients, consultants, and local planning authorities Undertake detailed site appraisals and provide clear, strategic recommendations Represent clients at planning committees and hearings where necessary Support junior team members and contribute to a positive team culture Assist in business development and the continued growth of the planning department Requirements MRTPI chartered status (or working toward it with substantial experience) A minimum of 5 years' UK town planning experience, preferably in a consultancy or multi-disciplinary environment Proven experience in managing and delivering a broad range of planning applications Excellent communication, report-writing, and negotiation skills A commercial mindset with a strong client focus Ability to work independently and as part of a team This role would suit a confident and knowledgeable Senior Town Planner who enjoys varied work, strategic input, and liaising with design teams and external stakeholders. Desirable Knowledge of planning policy in Somerset and surrounding regions Experience with heritage or listed buildings An interest in high-quality, sustainable design-led development What's on Offer Competitive salary tailored to experience Flexible and hybrid working options Clear progression path, including support for Principal Planner level Relaxed, supportive team environment CPD support and a strong focus on personal development If you're a Senior Town Planner looking for a new challenge in a friendly, progressive firm where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to or call to discuss the role further! Reference - 59902

Job Title: Principal Town Planner Location:Manchester Salary: 42 -45K About the company: My client is a dynamic and innovative planning consultancy dedicated to providing the best service possible. With a commitment to excellence, they provide comprehensive town planning services to clients across the UK. They have a great team atmosphere and progression opportunities as they continue to go from strength to strength. Job Overview: My client is seeking a skilled and motivated Principal Town Planner to join their growing team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the existing team as well as picking up their own projects. As a Principal Town Planner you will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects that contribute to the enhancement of communities and the built environment. Requirements: Degree in Town Planning or a related field. Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) is highly desirable. (Or a willingness to undertake it) Proven experience in town planning, with a strong understanding of the UK planning system. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Opportunities for professional development and training. Collaborative and inclusive work environment. Flexible working arrangements. How to Apply: If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Senior Town Planner or an existing town planner looking to step up and are interested in making a positive impact on the built environment, we invite you to apply by sending your CV. For more information call or email My client is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Osborne Richardson have an excellent opportunity for a Principal Planner to join the Development Management team of a prominent Local Authority in North London. You will manage a caseload of major and complex minor planning applications, dealing with contentious development control issues including undertaking negotiations with applicants/prospective developers and representatives of other Council departments. As a senior member of the team you will be expected to represent the Council by preparing and presenting expert and professional evidence at public inquiries, informal hearings and in court. To carry out this role you will need to be a degree qualified town planner with recent experience of working as a senior member of a local authorities Development Management team. You will need to be well organised and confident when dealing with external third parties and able to produce well written communications. Your strong knowledge of UK planning legislation will enable you to provide pre-application advice and you will be confident when advising developers on planning proposals; good negotiation skills are essential. Initially this will be a 3 month contract but could be extended beyond this date. The rate offered is £52.90/hr Umbrella depending on your experience. This role is inside IR35. Our client offers hybrid working, you will need to be in the office twice a week. Please get in touch for more information.

Are you a passionate environmental leader seeking a challenge to make a real impact? Do you thrive on tackling complex environmental challenges and building successful teams? Then come and join us at Stantec. We're seeking a passionate and experienced Environmental Impact Assessment consultant at senior/ principal level to support our water sector EIA advice and delivery across the UK and support team growth. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with colleagues across the UK and island of Ireland and be responsible for technical oversight and governance for water sector EIA development projects, reporting into our UK&I Environmental Advisory, Assessment and Planning discipline lead. You will work alongside our existing practitioners and support further growth and capability strengthening. You will also have the opportunity to work on a variety of non-EIA projects with significant environmental components. You will have substantial demonstrable experience (15 years+) in full providing strategic environmental advice and/ or EIA delivery (including screening, consultation, scoping and ES delivery) and in building strong relationships with key stakeholders. You will have a wide-ranging understanding of environmental constraints management and all facets of EIA but you might have a background as an environmental generalist, a town and country planner or have particular technical specialisms to bring to the role alongside those of our existing spectrum of technical teams. All environmental technical disciplines are represented in house and are available to work with you. We have a team of over 400 environmental and planning professionals delivering impactful projects across the UK&I with exceptionally strong growth and look ahead in the regulated water industry. You can choose to be based in any of our Stantec offices in the South of England and with hybrid working allowing for a mix of home- and in-office working but always ensuring close ties to your colleagues and clients. About You You have an environmental or related degree and you will be chartered (eg through CIWEM, CIEEM, IEMA). You have a good understanding of the environmental consulting market across the UK and have the combination of entrepreneurial and commercial flair that will help us further grow our teams within a collaborative and supportive environment. You will have a good understanding and experience of working within the regulated water industry You relish a diverse and technically challenging workload, and enjoy delivering innovative high-quality solutions for clients, while working collaboratively to deliver shared goals. You are people-oriented, enjoy working with multi-disciplinary teams and are passionate about the environment and doing the right thing. You will be experienced in and focussed on growing and developing environmental teams and mentoring and managing people and project teams. You have broad EIA technical and legislative knowledge and experience and most likely in-depth understanding of one or more environmental technical areas, such as geo-environmental, ecology, archaeology, landscape, acoustics or the coastal / marine environment. Experience of undertaking EIA as part of the DCO process and of Strategic Environmental Assessment would be helpful, but not essential to the role. Why Join us? Our People Culture: We're a close knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it! Awards: Stantec were awarded the International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best place to work - Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE awards as well as being consistently recognised in the top 10 Corporate Knights most sustainable companies in the world. Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more. Flexible working arrangements Great Projects: We are leading on transformational projects in water, infrastructure and residential sectors and have secured positions on nearly all UK Water Frameworks for AMP8. We are delivering a wide variety of projects that will make a real difference to our communities Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions To hear what some of our employees say about life at Stantec, please click on My Stantec Stories Water About Stantec The Stantec community unites more than 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply. At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact careers.UK& we will talk to you about how we can support you. ReqID: 7251

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's leading multi-disciplinary consultancy firms offering unparalleled opportunities for talented individuals in search of a rewarding career. At AtkinsRéalis we offer an opportunity to make a difference and shape the world to benefit future generations and the environment. Our UK Environment Practice is a vibrant network of over 600 people providing world class consultancy and advisory services. We care about outcomes for our clients and the unprecedented challenges they face including climate change, social inclusion and rapid urbanization. The work we do is important and influential and shapes the way our clients think, enables them to make better decisions and to deliver their projects in a world of disruption and change. Key market sectors include Energy, Transport, Utilities, Ports and Harbors and buildings. The Opportunity: With recent project wins, we are looking for experienced Town Planners at Senior/Principal level to join our successful and progressive team in Scotland. You'll join one of the UK's leading planning consultancies at the forefront of thought leadership in sustainable infrastructure and development, from Net Zero to ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain and digital transformation. Progress with your career interests in delivery works across the diverse range of our clients. Responsibilities: Acting as Planning Lead/Support lead on projects across a range of markets and sectors. Being actively involved in bid preparation, tender submissions and framework responses. Acting as lead consultant for multi-disciplinary projects and taking responsibility for project management and project delivery. Providing support to junior colleagues and the Planning team leaders. Work in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment with colleagues in environmental, engineering and design disciplines across the widerAtkinsRéalis(UK and international). Engage with market and client leads to support business growth and development opportunities. Requirements: A relevant degree in planning or equivalent subject. Chartered or working towards chartership. You must be self-motivated, enthusiastic, determined and resilient. Work under pressure, with excellent time management and success in meeting tight deadlines. Manage and work on multiple assignments delivering outputs on time and within budget. Understanding of TCPA, DCO, TWAO or equivalent applications. Knowledge of the Environment Impact Assessment process (Desirable). Experience and knowledge in Strategic Planning and Planning policy. Work well as part of multi-disciplinary teams with the confidence to input effectively as an individual across a range of projects, consenting and strategic planning, and a range of geographies. Prepare accurate and well-presented reports to a high standard. Prepare and deliver presentations to internal and external clients. Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and the aptitude to rationally explain, explore and discuss planning issues. Flexibly apply knowledge and experience to a wide variety of planning-related tasks. Demonstrable ability to develop client relationships. What we offer: AtkinsRéalis recognize that there are many well qualified people who are looking to further their career, but who cannot commit to full time employment.While attendance in Glasgow is preferable, don't let location stop you from looking for a new opportunity for your career to flourish: We support flexible working arrangements and are interested to discuss how we can accommodate individual requirements. Training : AtkinsRéalis develops individuals through a portfolio of training and development activities designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. These are reviewed with individuals through an annual appraisal process. We actively support staff in achieving and maintaining chartership of relevant institutions such as IEMA, RTPI, LI, ICE, CIEEM, and CIWEM. Rewards and Benefits: We offer a competitive salary that is regularly tested against other consultancies with a default 25-days leave each year plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time) and options to buy more or sell some of that leave allowance. To support and safeguard your physical and mental wellbeing we provide an employee assistance programme offering advice and support in times of need.You will also have access to our Flexible Benefits, where you can opt into a wide range of benefits to complement your work/life balance: such as medical insurance, gym membership, the cycle-to-work scheme, childcare vouchers, charitable giving, additional pension contributions etc. New name, new era. We are AtkinsRéalis.It will take some time for all our information to update - you can still refer to our fantastic benefits in our website. This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. AtkinsRéalis is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. Why work for AtkinsRéalis? We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women. Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo. We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks. Security clearance: This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.