Overview Our client is a respected, growth-minded planning consultancy partnering with major housebuilders (e.g. Taylor Wimpey, Barratt Developments, Vistry). They are seeking an experiencedAssociate or Associate Director (MRTPI) to help deliver high-quality planning advice and applications across key strategic sites in the West Midlands. The opportunity You'll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering complex residential and mixed-use projects-combining robust planning policy advice with the preparation and management of planning applications. This is a client-facing, delivery-focused position with genuine scope to influence project strategy and mentor junior colleagues. Business development forms asmallpart of the role; the emphasis is firmly onclient service and project leadership. Key responsibilities Provide clear, commercially mindedplanning policy advice to private sector clients. Lead, prepare and submitplanning applications for strategic residential and mixed-use developments. Project manage multi-disciplinary teams, programmes and budgets to successful outcomes. Maintain strong relationships with clients, local planning authorities and stakeholders. Guide and develop junior team members; contribute to best practice and quality standards. Support light-touch business development: proposals, capability statements and occasional client meetings. About you Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) - essential. Strongprivate sector consultancy background, ideally with residential/strategic land experience. Proven track record advising onplanning policy and leading complexapplications. Confident communicator with excellent report writing and presentation skills. Organised, delivery-driven, and comfortable managing multiple projects and stakeholders. Knowledge of theWest Midlands planning landscape and housing market drivers. What's on offer Competitive salary and bonus aligned to seniority (Associate / Associate Director). Flexible, supportive culture with high-calibre projects and national housebuilder clients. Clear progression, exposure to strategic work, and the ability to shape your portfolio. Collaborative team that values quality, integrity, and work-life balance. Work in a City Centre HQ office with great colleagues and a first-class support team around you. All approaches will be handled with the utmost discretion.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Overview Our client is a respected, growth-minded planning consultancy partnering with major housebuilders (e.g. Taylor Wimpey, Barratt Developments, Vistry). They are seeking an experiencedAssociate or Associate Director (MRTPI) to help deliver high-quality planning advice and applications across key strategic sites in the West Midlands. The opportunity You'll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering complex residential and mixed-use projects-combining robust planning policy advice with the preparation and management of planning applications. This is a client-facing, delivery-focused position with genuine scope to influence project strategy and mentor junior colleagues. Business development forms asmallpart of the role; the emphasis is firmly onclient service and project leadership. Key responsibilities Provide clear, commercially mindedplanning policy advice to private sector clients. Lead, prepare and submitplanning applications for strategic residential and mixed-use developments. Project manage multi-disciplinary teams, programmes and budgets to successful outcomes. Maintain strong relationships with clients, local planning authorities and stakeholders. Guide and develop junior team members; contribute to best practice and quality standards. Support light-touch business development: proposals, capability statements and occasional client meetings. About you Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) - essential. Strongprivate sector consultancy background, ideally with residential/strategic land experience. Proven track record advising onplanning policy and leading complexapplications. Confident communicator with excellent report writing and presentation skills. Organised, delivery-driven, and comfortable managing multiple projects and stakeholders. Knowledge of theWest Midlands planning landscape and housing market drivers. What's on offer Competitive salary and bonus aligned to seniority (Associate / Associate Director). Flexible, supportive culture with high-calibre projects and national housebuilder clients. Clear progression, exposure to strategic work, and the ability to shape your portfolio. Collaborative team that values quality, integrity, and work-life balance. Work in a City Centre HQ office with great colleagues and a first-class support team around you. All approaches will be handled with the utmost discretion.
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Birmingham, Staffordshire
A leading multi-disciplinary private consultancy is seeking an Associate Director to provide strategic direction within their Birmingham planning division. This role involves overseeing diverse projects, mentoring a planning team, and cultivating client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Town Planning, Chartered RTPI membership, and 3-5 years of leadership experience, with strong knowledge of UK planning regulations. The position offers a competitive salary up to £75,000, comprehensive benefits, and career progression opportunities.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
A leading multi-disciplinary private consultancy is seeking an Associate Director to provide strategic direction within their Birmingham planning division. This role involves overseeing diverse projects, mentoring a planning team, and cultivating client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Town Planning, Chartered RTPI membership, and 3-5 years of leadership experience, with strong knowledge of UK planning regulations. The position offers a competitive salary up to £75,000, comprehensive benefits, and career progression opportunities.
Building Services Engineer - London My client is an internationally respected consultancy, bringing together engineers, designers and advisors known for their innovation and industry expertise. Committed to sustainability, they focus on long term resilience, delivering integrated design solutions across a diverse range of building services projects. As part of their ambitious expansion plans, they are looking to grow their London office and are seeking a commercially driven, people focused, mechanically biased Building Services Engineer to develop the business and drive performance. Key responsibilities include: Business Development Client Relationship Management Financial & Strategic Planning Technical & Commercial Delivery Brand Representation Growth & Expansion Requirements: A degree in an Engineering discipline Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent experience progression) Strong commercial acumen with an existing network of potential clients Expertise in mechanical and electrical building services Strong technical foundation Proven track record of career progression and project delivery Experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and low carbon design Excellent skills in teamwork, communication and time management Strong financial management and business development skills Understanding of planning and legislative requirements This is an outstanding career progression opportunity in a forward thinking consultancy. In addition to professional growth, you will receive a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Fire Engineer - Manchester We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fire Engineer to join our building design team in Manchester. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the fire safety of our building designs and will be responsible for assessing and mitigating fire risks in the project. Salary: £65,000 to £75,000 Per Annum Sector: MEP and Fire Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Manchester Fire Engineer - Birmingham We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fire Engineer to join our building design team in Birmingham. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the fire safety of our building designs and will be responsible for assessing and mitigating fire risks in the project. Salary: £65,000 to £75,000 Per Annum Sector: MEP and Fire Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Birmingham Fire Engineer - Glasgow We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fire Engineer to join our building design team in Glasgow. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the fire safety of our building designs and will be responsible for assessing and mitigating fire risks in the project. Salary: £65,000 to £75,000 Per Annum Sector: MEP and Fire Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Glasgow Senior/Principal Electrical / EICA Engineer - Multiple Locations A leading consultancy operating across the water and environmental infrastructure sector is seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Electrical / EICA Engineer to support the delivery of sustainable, resilient and future focused projects. Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 Per Annum Sector: Utilities, MEP and Fire Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Multiple locations
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Building Services Engineer - London My client is an internationally respected consultancy, bringing together engineers, designers and advisors known for their innovation and industry expertise. Committed to sustainability, they focus on long term resilience, delivering integrated design solutions across a diverse range of building services projects. As part of their ambitious expansion plans, they are looking to grow their London office and are seeking a commercially driven, people focused, mechanically biased Building Services Engineer to develop the business and drive performance. Key responsibilities include: Business Development Client Relationship Management Financial & Strategic Planning Technical & Commercial Delivery Brand Representation Growth & Expansion Requirements: A degree in an Engineering discipline Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent experience progression) Strong commercial acumen with an existing network of potential clients Expertise in mechanical and electrical building services Strong technical foundation Proven track record of career progression and project delivery Experience working in a multidisciplinary team environment Knowledge of renewable energy technologies and low carbon design Excellent skills in teamwork, communication and time management Strong financial management and business development skills Understanding of planning and legislative requirements This is an outstanding career progression opportunity in a forward thinking consultancy. In addition to professional growth, you will receive a highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Fire Engineer - Manchester We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fire Engineer to join our building design team in Manchester. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the fire safety of our building designs and will be responsible for assessing and mitigating fire risks in the project. Salary: £65,000 to £75,000 Per Annum Sector: MEP and Fire Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Manchester Fire Engineer - Birmingham We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fire Engineer to join our building design team in Birmingham. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the fire safety of our building designs and will be responsible for assessing and mitigating fire risks in the project. Salary: £65,000 to £75,000 Per Annum Sector: MEP and Fire Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Birmingham Fire Engineer - Glasgow We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Fire Engineer to join our building design team in Glasgow. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the fire safety of our building designs and will be responsible for assessing and mitigating fire risks in the project. Salary: £65,000 to £75,000 Per Annum Sector: MEP and Fire Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Glasgow Senior/Principal Electrical / EICA Engineer - Multiple Locations A leading consultancy operating across the water and environmental infrastructure sector is seeking an experienced Senior or Principal Electrical / EICA Engineer to support the delivery of sustainable, resilient and future focused projects. Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 Per Annum Sector: Utilities, MEP and Fire Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Multiple locations
BST: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs) 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri Access Talent Group are recruiting for an engineering consultancy, with regional officed throughout the UK providing technical advice to clients including construction firms, transport agencies, local authorities, engineering consultants and private clients. They are currently looking for a senior Highways Engineer to join a growing team in Scotland. Job Responsibilities Promoting a health, safety and welfare culture Working within a team environmentMentoring and coaching talent Supporting Group Director and Regional Director to achieve budget and strategy targets Working closely with business managers on resource management, utilisation monitoring, and pipeline management Developing business Project management and technical delivery of highway schemes and infrastructure projects A track record of successful tendering and delivery of schemes in either the local or national transport market or for private developer clients Proven working knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCDHW) or other relevant design standards Experience of managing a professional team on projects Organisational skills to coordinate the delivery activities of a professional team FLT Driver - Days (3 on / 3 off Rotation) Salary: Competitive Sector: Transport Infrastructure, Production & Manufacturing Contract Type: Full time Town/City: WEST LOTHIAN We're looking for a talented Active Travel Engineer to join an award-winning consultancy that's shaping the future of sustainable transport across the UK. This is your chance to be part of a team delivering innovative and high-impact active travel projects that truly transform co Salary: Competitive Sector: Transport Infrastructure Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Birmingham Our client is a well-established independent transport planning consultancy that provides professional transport planning and assessment services for private-sector development projects across the UK. They are now seeking a motivated Graduate Transport Planner with approximately We are working with a specialist design consultancy to recruit an experienced Transport Planner to join their growing team. The consultancy takes an integrated approach to transport planning and engineering, delivering innovative and practical design solutions that help create be Are you a Transport Planner looking to join a small, ambitious consultancy where your work truly matters? Our client is an organically growing transport planning practice specialising in private sector development projects. With a friendly, collaborative culture, they offer real Salary: Competitive Sector: Transport Infrastructure Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Many Locations
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
BST: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs) 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri Access Talent Group are recruiting for an engineering consultancy, with regional officed throughout the UK providing technical advice to clients including construction firms, transport agencies, local authorities, engineering consultants and private clients. They are currently looking for a senior Highways Engineer to join a growing team in Scotland. Job Responsibilities Promoting a health, safety and welfare culture Working within a team environmentMentoring and coaching talent Supporting Group Director and Regional Director to achieve budget and strategy targets Working closely with business managers on resource management, utilisation monitoring, and pipeline management Developing business Project management and technical delivery of highway schemes and infrastructure projects A track record of successful tendering and delivery of schemes in either the local or national transport market or for private developer clients Proven working knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCDHW) or other relevant design standards Experience of managing a professional team on projects Organisational skills to coordinate the delivery activities of a professional team FLT Driver - Days (3 on / 3 off Rotation) Salary: Competitive Sector: Transport Infrastructure, Production & Manufacturing Contract Type: Full time Town/City: WEST LOTHIAN We're looking for a talented Active Travel Engineer to join an award-winning consultancy that's shaping the future of sustainable transport across the UK. This is your chance to be part of a team delivering innovative and high-impact active travel projects that truly transform co Salary: Competitive Sector: Transport Infrastructure Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Birmingham Our client is a well-established independent transport planning consultancy that provides professional transport planning and assessment services for private-sector development projects across the UK. They are now seeking a motivated Graduate Transport Planner with approximately We are working with a specialist design consultancy to recruit an experienced Transport Planner to join their growing team. The consultancy takes an integrated approach to transport planning and engineering, delivering innovative and practical design solutions that help create be Are you a Transport Planner looking to join a small, ambitious consultancy where your work truly matters? Our client is an organically growing transport planning practice specialising in private sector development projects. With a friendly, collaborative culture, they offer real Salary: Competitive Sector: Transport Infrastructure Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Many Locations
Job Title: Associate Director Director - Town Planning Location: Birmingham Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a nationally recognised and forward-thinking planning consultancy in the appointment of an Associate Planning Director / Planning Director to play a key role in the continued growth of its Birmingham office. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an ambitious planning professional looking to shape regional strategy, develop new business opportunities, and lead the delivery of major planning projects across the UK. The Opportunity The successful candidate will join a consultancy with ambitious growth plans and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice on complex and high-profile schemes. Projects include urban regeneration initiatives and major mixed-use sustainable urban extensions, working with national housebuilders, land promoters, and landowners. You will become a key member of the regional leadership team, helping to drive business growth while mentoring and developing planning colleagues. The Role As Associate Planning Director / Planning Director, you will: Play a central role in the growth strategy of the Birmingham office Identify, secure, and deliver new development opportunities Lead major planning applications and appeals for large-scale mixed-use schemes Provide strategic planning advice to a diverse client base Manage and inspire a high-performing planning team Maintain and develop strong client relationships Ensure the delivery of high-quality work to agreed timescales Requirements To be considered for this role, you will have: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Significant experience within a planning consultancy environment A strong understanding of UK planning policy and regulatory frameworks Proven experience preparing and managing planning applications and appeals Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills A strong track record of delivering work to tight deadlines RTPI membership What's on Offer Highly competitive salary and benefits package Private medical insurance 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day off for your birthday Hybrid working from a central Birmingham hub A culture of trust, autonomy, and professional empowerment The opportunity to join a vibrant, ambitious consultancy and influence long-term business strategy Support from experienced and approachable senior leadership Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Associate Director Director - Town Planning Location: Birmingham Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a nationally recognised and forward-thinking planning consultancy in the appointment of an Associate Planning Director / Planning Director to play a key role in the continued growth of its Birmingham office. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an ambitious planning professional looking to shape regional strategy, develop new business opportunities, and lead the delivery of major planning projects across the UK. The Opportunity The successful candidate will join a consultancy with ambitious growth plans and a strong reputation for delivering high-quality planning advice on complex and high-profile schemes. Projects include urban regeneration initiatives and major mixed-use sustainable urban extensions, working with national housebuilders, land promoters, and landowners. You will become a key member of the regional leadership team, helping to drive business growth while mentoring and developing planning colleagues. The Role As Associate Planning Director / Planning Director, you will: Play a central role in the growth strategy of the Birmingham office Identify, secure, and deliver new development opportunities Lead major planning applications and appeals for large-scale mixed-use schemes Provide strategic planning advice to a diverse client base Manage and inspire a high-performing planning team Maintain and develop strong client relationships Ensure the delivery of high-quality work to agreed timescales Requirements To be considered for this role, you will have: A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline Significant experience within a planning consultancy environment A strong understanding of UK planning policy and regulatory frameworks Proven experience preparing and managing planning applications and appeals Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills A strong track record of delivering work to tight deadlines RTPI membership What's on Offer Highly competitive salary and benefits package Private medical insurance 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an additional day off for your birthday Hybrid working from a central Birmingham hub A culture of trust, autonomy, and professional empowerment The opportunity to join a vibrant, ambitious consultancy and influence long-term business strategy Support from experienced and approachable senior leadership Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).
Town Planning Director Location: Birmingham (Hybrid flexible working) Salary: Competitive + Performance Bonus + Benefits Are you a senior town planning professional with the ambition and vision to lead and build a high-performing team? Our client, a dynamic and rapidly expanding UK planning consultancy based in manchester, known for delivering commercially focused and innovative planning solutions across a range of sectors, is seeking an experienced Town Planning Director to establish and grow their new Birmingham office. This is a rare opportunity to set the strategic direction and lead delivery of high-impact planning projects across residential, commercial, regeneration, and strategic land sectors. You'll join a supportive senior leadership team and play a key role in shaping long-term growth in the Midlands. What You'll Do Lead and grow a new planning team in Birmingham, driving recruitment, mentoring, and professional development. Develop and maintain trusted relationships with clients, local authorities, developers and key stakeholders. Provide high-quality planning advice, strategy, and delivery on complex planning applications, appeals, and policy matters. Act as the senior planner on major projects, overseeing technical excellence and commercial outcomes. Represent the business in the region, contributing to wider business development and market positioning. What We're Looking For Chartered Town Planner (RTPI) with significant senior experience in planning consultancy or a related environment. Proven track record of leading teams and successful delivery of planning outcomes on major mixed-use, residential or regeneration projects. Strong commercial acumen with client-facing and business development experience. Excellent communicator and relationship builder with local authority contacts and industry networks. Entrepreneurial mindset - capable of shaping and growing a regional presence. Why This Role Matters This is more than a senior planner role - it's a leadership opportunity to build something from the ground up, influence strategy, and steer complex schemes through the planning system with commercial impact. You'll be joining a collaborative, client-focused team that places a strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and professional development. Apply now, or if you have any questions, you can reach me on (phone number removed) or call (url removed) Reference - 64474
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
Town Planning Director Location: Birmingham (Hybrid flexible working) Salary: Competitive + Performance Bonus + Benefits Are you a senior town planning professional with the ambition and vision to lead and build a high-performing team? Our client, a dynamic and rapidly expanding UK planning consultancy based in manchester, known for delivering commercially focused and innovative planning solutions across a range of sectors, is seeking an experienced Town Planning Director to establish and grow their new Birmingham office. This is a rare opportunity to set the strategic direction and lead delivery of high-impact planning projects across residential, commercial, regeneration, and strategic land sectors. You'll join a supportive senior leadership team and play a key role in shaping long-term growth in the Midlands. What You'll Do Lead and grow a new planning team in Birmingham, driving recruitment, mentoring, and professional development. Develop and maintain trusted relationships with clients, local authorities, developers and key stakeholders. Provide high-quality planning advice, strategy, and delivery on complex planning applications, appeals, and policy matters. Act as the senior planner on major projects, overseeing technical excellence and commercial outcomes. Represent the business in the region, contributing to wider business development and market positioning. What We're Looking For Chartered Town Planner (RTPI) with significant senior experience in planning consultancy or a related environment. Proven track record of leading teams and successful delivery of planning outcomes on major mixed-use, residential or regeneration projects. Strong commercial acumen with client-facing and business development experience. Excellent communicator and relationship builder with local authority contacts and industry networks. Entrepreneurial mindset - capable of shaping and growing a regional presence. Why This Role Matters This is more than a senior planner role - it's a leadership opportunity to build something from the ground up, influence strategy, and steer complex schemes through the planning system with commercial impact. You'll be joining a collaborative, client-focused team that places a strong emphasis on quality, innovation, and professional development. Apply now, or if you have any questions, you can reach me on (phone number removed) or call (url removed) Reference - 64474
Infrastructure Planning Roles - Planner to Technical Director Locations: Bristol, Exeter, Manchester, London, Basingstoke, Shrewsbury, Leeds, Edinburgh, Cardiff (Hybrid) Permanent All Levels We are working with a leading, award-winning planning consultancy experiencing significant growth across its Infrastructure Planning team. Due to major national framework wins, they are hiring across all levels - from Planner and Senior Planner through to Associate, Associate Director and Technical Director. You'll work on nationally significant infrastructure projects across energy, renewables, utilities, water, rail, transport and net zero sectors, supporting or leading applications under the Town and Country Planning Act, Planning Act 2008 (DCO), TWAO, Electricity Act and equivalent regimes in Wales and Scotland. Responsibilities (level dependent): Supporting or leading consenting strategies for major infrastructure projects (DCOs, DNSs, TWAOs etc.) Coordinating and preparing planning applications Managing client relationships and multidisciplinary teams Leading stakeholder negotiations Acting as Expert Witness (senior levels) Project direction and business development (Associate Director/Technical Director) About you: Degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI (or working towards for junior levels) Experience delivering infrastructure or major project consents Consultancy experience preferred Strong project management and commercial awareness (senior levels) This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected infrastructure planning team with clear progression routes and long-term secured project work. Apply now for a confidential discussion. Any questions, pop me an email on (url removed) Reference - 64491
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
Infrastructure Planning Roles - Planner to Technical Director Locations: Bristol, Exeter, Manchester, London, Basingstoke, Shrewsbury, Leeds, Edinburgh, Cardiff (Hybrid) Permanent All Levels We are working with a leading, award-winning planning consultancy experiencing significant growth across its Infrastructure Planning team. Due to major national framework wins, they are hiring across all levels - from Planner and Senior Planner through to Associate, Associate Director and Technical Director. You'll work on nationally significant infrastructure projects across energy, renewables, utilities, water, rail, transport and net zero sectors, supporting or leading applications under the Town and Country Planning Act, Planning Act 2008 (DCO), TWAO, Electricity Act and equivalent regimes in Wales and Scotland. Responsibilities (level dependent): Supporting or leading consenting strategies for major infrastructure projects (DCOs, DNSs, TWAOs etc.) Coordinating and preparing planning applications Managing client relationships and multidisciplinary teams Leading stakeholder negotiations Acting as Expert Witness (senior levels) Project direction and business development (Associate Director/Technical Director) About you: Degree in Town Planning or related discipline MRTPI (or working towards for junior levels) Experience delivering infrastructure or major project consents Consultancy experience preferred Strong project management and commercial awareness (senior levels) This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected infrastructure planning team with clear progression routes and long-term secured project work. Apply now for a confidential discussion. Any questions, pop me an email on (url removed) Reference - 64491
A leading planning consultancy in Birmingham seeks an Associate Director / Director in Town Planning to support growth and deliver major projects. You'll lead strategic planning, manage applications, and mentor a high-performing team. The role offers a highly competitive salary, hybrid working, and comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and generous leave policies. Ideal candidates will have substantial planning consultancy experience and an understanding of UK regulations.
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
A leading planning consultancy in Birmingham seeks an Associate Director / Director in Town Planning to support growth and deliver major projects. You'll lead strategic planning, manage applications, and mentor a high-performing team. The role offers a highly competitive salary, hybrid working, and comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and generous leave policies. Ideal candidates will have substantial planning consultancy experience and an understanding of UK regulations.
Associate Director Are you an ambitious planning professional ready to step into a senior leadership role? As an Associate Director you will be joining a leading multi-disciplinary private consultancy with a strong reputation across the Birmingham region. With sustained growth and an expanding client base, this is your chance to take on a pivotal role in shaping the future of their planning division. As Associate Director, you will be responsible for providing strategic direction, overseeing a diverse portfolio of projects, and leading a talented planning team. From residential to commercial and mixed-use developments, you will be exposed to a wide range of exciting schemes that will allow you to use your expertise to deliver meaningful impact. This is an opportunity to combine leadership, client engagement, and business development within a dynamic and forward-thinking environment. In this role, you will be: Developing and implementing the strategic vision for the Town Planning department. Leading a varied portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to the highest standards. Mentoring, inspiring, and developing planning professionals within your team. Building strong client relationships and exceeding expectations through exceptional service. Staying up to date with planning legislation, policy changes, and regulations. Managing budgets and project resources effectively. Identifying new business opportunities and supporting the growth of the consultancy. To succeed as an Associate Director, you will bring: A degree in Town Planning, Urban Design, or a related discipline. Chartered RTPI membership. A proven track record in planning with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role. Strong knowledge of UK planning regulations and Birmingham planning policies. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Team leadership experience with the ability to inspire and motivate. Business development acumen and ideally an existing network in the Birmingham market. In return, you will receive: A competitive salary of up to £75,000 plus bonus potential. Comprehensive benefits including healthcare and pension. A flexible and collaborative working environment. Ongoing training and professional development. Genuine career progression opportunities. The chance to lead on high-profile, exciting projects that shape Birmingham's future. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Associate Director who wants to step into a senior role where you can make a real difference, grow a team, and influence the direction of a successful consultancy. Apply today with your CV and call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed) to discuss this role in confidence.
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
Associate Director Are you an ambitious planning professional ready to step into a senior leadership role? As an Associate Director you will be joining a leading multi-disciplinary private consultancy with a strong reputation across the Birmingham region. With sustained growth and an expanding client base, this is your chance to take on a pivotal role in shaping the future of their planning division. As Associate Director, you will be responsible for providing strategic direction, overseeing a diverse portfolio of projects, and leading a talented planning team. From residential to commercial and mixed-use developments, you will be exposed to a wide range of exciting schemes that will allow you to use your expertise to deliver meaningful impact. This is an opportunity to combine leadership, client engagement, and business development within a dynamic and forward-thinking environment. In this role, you will be: Developing and implementing the strategic vision for the Town Planning department. Leading a varied portfolio of projects, ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to the highest standards. Mentoring, inspiring, and developing planning professionals within your team. Building strong client relationships and exceeding expectations through exceptional service. Staying up to date with planning legislation, policy changes, and regulations. Managing budgets and project resources effectively. Identifying new business opportunities and supporting the growth of the consultancy. To succeed as an Associate Director, you will bring: A degree in Town Planning, Urban Design, or a related discipline. Chartered RTPI membership. A proven track record in planning with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role. Strong knowledge of UK planning regulations and Birmingham planning policies. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Team leadership experience with the ability to inspire and motivate. Business development acumen and ideally an existing network in the Birmingham market. In return, you will receive: A competitive salary of up to £75,000 plus bonus potential. Comprehensive benefits including healthcare and pension. A flexible and collaborative working environment. Ongoing training and professional development. Genuine career progression opportunities. The chance to lead on high-profile, exciting projects that shape Birmingham's future. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Associate Director who wants to step into a senior role where you can make a real difference, grow a team, and influence the direction of a successful consultancy. Apply today with your CV and call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed) to discuss this role in confidence.
