Job Description
REF: 95069
Development Planning Consultant - Edinburgh
(Flexible working - Multi-disciplinary projects - Career growth)
Are you looking for a role that breaks the mould of traditional planning consultancy?
We're working exclusively with a highly regarded, multi-disciplinary consultancy who are looking to add a talented Development Planning Consultant to their team in Edinburgh. With a diverse portfolio of projects across Scotland and the wider UK, this is an exciting opportunity to take on a broad and dynamic workload that goes beyond the conventional boundaries of development planning.
About the Role
You'll be working on a wide range of projects, from strategic land appraisals and large-scale masterplanning to economic development frameworks and place plans. This consultancy works across commercial, industrial, residential, energy, ports & harbours, tourism, leisure, placemaking, and urban design - meaning no two days are ever the same.
Collaboration is at the heart of the practice; you'll be working alongside in-house specialists in civil engineering, environmental sciences, geotechnical engineering, and landscape architecture, delivering innovative solutions for both private and public sector clients.
Who We're Looking For
We're open-minded about your background. Whether your experience is rooted in economic development, regeneration, property, placemaking, or development planning, what matters most is your versatility, strategic thinking, and appetite to take on multi-disciplinary work.
- Experience: 5-15 years, ideally within the Scottish market
- Qualifications: MA/MSc in a relevant field. RTPI or RICS accreditation preferred but not essential
- Attitude: A collaborative, adaptable, "can-do" approach with the confidence to lead and learn in a fast-paced consultancy environment.
Why Join?
- Work on meaningful, high-impact projects shaping communities and industries
- Be part of a respected, growing practice with offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Manchester
- Enjoy flexible working and a supportive, team-focused environment
- Competitive salary package (depending on experience and skills)
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a consultancy where no two projects are the same, we'd love to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, please contact Neil Ellerton at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
