Senior Planner Principal Planner Associate - Town Planning

Job Title: Senior Town Planner Principal Town Planner Associate Town Planner

Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working)

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in their search for Senior and Principal Town Planners to join their growing Planning team in Bristol.

Overview

Our client is a highly respected consultancy providing market-leading advisory and consultancy services across infrastructure, energy, transport, utilities, ports, and the built environment. They are recognised for delivering sustainable, future-focused solutions and helping clients navigate complex planning and consenting challenges.

With recent project wins and continued growth, they are expanding their UK Planning team and seeking experienced professionals to support a diverse and high-profile portfolio of projects.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior or Principal Town Planner to join a progressive and collaborative team working on nationally significant infrastructure and development projects. You will be at the forefront of planning for sustainable infrastructure, Net Zero, ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain, and digital transformation initiatives.

You will have the chance to progress your career within a supportive consultancy environment and contribute to business development and strategic growth.

The Role

• Acting as Planning Lead or supporting Lead Planner on projects across multiple sectors.
• Supporting bid preparation, tender submissions, and framework responses.
• Acting as lead consultant on multi-disciplinary projects, with responsibility for project management and delivery.
• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues within the Planning team.
• Working closely with environmental, engineering, and design teams across the wider business (UK and internationally).
• Engaging with market and client leads to support business development and growth opportunities.

About You

• A relevant degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Chartered status (or working towards MRTPI or equivalent).
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and resilient with strong organisational skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work within budget.
• Understanding of TCPA, DCO, TWAO, or equivalent consenting processes.
• Knowledge of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process (desirable).
• Experience in strategic planning and planning policy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare high-quality reports and presentations.
• Confident working in multi-disciplinary teams and contributing independently to projects.
• Demonstrable ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Reward & Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible and hybrid working, professional development opportunities, and tailored wellbeing and lifestyle benefits. You will be supported to grow your skills, achieve chartership (if applicable), and progress within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)