Berrys At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary development team made up of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone expanding your skills and building new connections. A strategic requirement to create growth has arisen within the Kettering office. This role would benefit from an individual who is experienced in creating growth and establishing a presence in the Planning, Architecture and Building Surveying space. The successful candidate would have a track record of growing teams, creating brand awareness and establishing strong networks and relationships Operational Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Be the internal figurehead of our planning and development offer within the Kettering offices and be the go-to for technical expertise. Be experienced and comfortable delivering planning consultancy work in several different sectors and services. This should include general planning advice as well as strategic planning advice. Whilst the role will have a strategic focus, it is expected that candidates also deliver on their delivery obligations, working alongside the team to coordinate and prepare planning applications, provide expert advice to clients and have experience in dealing with post-planning negotiations and appeal work. Have a strong understanding of the entire development process, particularly post-planning work such as technical design, procurement and our construction-phase services. Demonstrate strong project management skills by coordinating teams both internally and externally, identifying the correct delivery team, manage client risks and project programmes. Offer support to other members of the team and help to grow and develop their knowledge and understand of planning and the wider development offer. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the financial requirements of our business and shape the way the team works to increase efficiency, productivity and profitability. Strategic Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Quickly gain a strong understanding of the business model, our various service offerings, and critically how they work together to create a unique offer to our clients. Demonstrate the ability to cross-sell other services such as Land Promotion, Agency and Valuation. Utilise a track record of marketing, business development and brand awareness to demonstrably grow our development offer within Northamptonshire. Create a strong network of developers, landowners, promoters and agents within the area and begin to increase the baseline of planning and development instructions. Utilise existing connections and relationships to increase the level and quality of our instructions within Kettering both for the planning and development function and, where possible, the wider service offers within the business. Gain an intimate understanding of our planning offer, the opportunities and weaknesses that we currently face and implement a plan to diversify. This should include both the types of development work we do as well as the markets we operate in. Person Specification - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Excellent people management and team-building skills Ability to set technical vision and strategy Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities Strategic thinker with attention to detail Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change Passion for innovation and continuous improvement Relevant qualifications to support the role (MRTPI) Full, clean UK driving licence essential due to regular travel between sites and client meetings Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday in line with our Agile Working Philosophy. Benefits - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop. We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab We have an agile working philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday We also give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service Potential for discretionary bonus We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes Closing Date: 11th March 2026 Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Berrys At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary development team made up of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone expanding your skills and building new connections. A strategic requirement to create growth has arisen within the Kettering office. This role would benefit from an individual who is experienced in creating growth and establishing a presence in the Planning, Architecture and Building Surveying space. The successful candidate would have a track record of growing teams, creating brand awareness and establishing strong networks and relationships Operational Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Be the internal figurehead of our planning and development offer within the Kettering offices and be the go-to for technical expertise. Be experienced and comfortable delivering planning consultancy work in several different sectors and services. This should include general planning advice as well as strategic planning advice. Whilst the role will have a strategic focus, it is expected that candidates also deliver on their delivery obligations, working alongside the team to coordinate and prepare planning applications, provide expert advice to clients and have experience in dealing with post-planning negotiations and appeal work. Have a strong understanding of the entire development process, particularly post-planning work such as technical design, procurement and our construction-phase services. Demonstrate strong project management skills by coordinating teams both internally and externally, identifying the correct delivery team, manage client risks and project programmes. Offer support to other members of the team and help to grow and develop their knowledge and understand of planning and the wider development offer. Demonstrate a strong understanding of the financial requirements of our business and shape the way the team works to increase efficiency, productivity and profitability. Strategic Requirements - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Quickly gain a strong understanding of the business model, our various service offerings, and critically how they work together to create a unique offer to our clients. Demonstrate the ability to cross-sell other services such as Land Promotion, Agency and Valuation. Utilise a track record of marketing, business development and brand awareness to demonstrably grow our development offer within Northamptonshire. Create a strong network of developers, landowners, promoters and agents within the area and begin to increase the baseline of planning and development instructions. Utilise existing connections and relationships to increase the level and quality of our instructions within Kettering both for the planning and development function and, where possible, the wider service offers within the business. Gain an intimate understanding of our planning offer, the opportunities and weaknesses that we currently face and implement a plan to diversify. This should include both the types of development work we do as well as the markets we operate in. Person Specification - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: Excellent people management and team-building skills Ability to set technical vision and strategy Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities Strategic thinker with attention to detail Resilient under pressure and adaptable to change Passion for innovation and continuous improvement Relevant qualifications to support the role (MRTPI) Full, clean UK driving licence essential due to regular travel between sites and client meetings Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday in line with our Agile Working Philosophy. Benefits - Principal Planning Consultant/Development Lead: The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop. We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab We have an agile working philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday We also give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service Potential for discretionary bonus We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes Closing Date: 11th March 2026 Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.
Town Planning consultant £35,000 - £60,000 per annum Ashford, Kent We are excited to present an excellent opportunity for a skilled Town Planner to join the planning team of a highly reputable Property Consultancy based in Ashford, Kent. If you're looking to take your career to the next level, this could be the perfect role for you. About the Role: As a Town Planner, you will play an integral role in a well-established and experienced team, managing a diverse range of client instructions across various sectors. Collaborating with the property and development teams, you'll have the chance to work on projects of varying sizes and complexities. With clients including house builders, developers, universities, private investors, and rural business owners, offering you a broad range of experience. What We're Looking For: Experience: Ideally, you'll have 2-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a consultancy, house builder, or local authority setting, and be working towards or recently qualified (MRTPI). Knowledge: Familiarity with the Kent and East Sussex regions would be advantageous. Work Style: You should be comfortable working independently, developing your own casework over time, while receiving support from experienced planners and consultants. Flexibility: We are open to both full-time and part-time applicants and can offer flexible working arrangements. The Benefits: Competitive Salary & Uncapped Bonus: £35,000 - £60,000 per annum, with a performance-based bonus structure to reward individual achievements. Professional Development: Strong support for personal and professional growth, with opportunities for networking and career advancement. Career Progression: Clear opportunities for career growth within the company, with the potential to take on more responsibility as you develop. If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a dynamic and supportive team, apply today! call (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Reference - 64478
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Town Planning consultant £35,000 - £60,000 per annum Ashford, Kent We are excited to present an excellent opportunity for a skilled Town Planner to join the planning team of a highly reputable Property Consultancy based in Ashford, Kent. If you're looking to take your career to the next level, this could be the perfect role for you. About the Role: As a Town Planner, you will play an integral role in a well-established and experienced team, managing a diverse range of client instructions across various sectors. Collaborating with the property and development teams, you'll have the chance to work on projects of varying sizes and complexities. With clients including house builders, developers, universities, private investors, and rural business owners, offering you a broad range of experience. What We're Looking For: Experience: Ideally, you'll have 2-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in a consultancy, house builder, or local authority setting, and be working towards or recently qualified (MRTPI). Knowledge: Familiarity with the Kent and East Sussex regions would be advantageous. Work Style: You should be comfortable working independently, developing your own casework over time, while receiving support from experienced planners and consultants. Flexibility: We are open to both full-time and part-time applicants and can offer flexible working arrangements. The Benefits: Competitive Salary & Uncapped Bonus: £35,000 - £60,000 per annum, with a performance-based bonus structure to reward individual achievements. Professional Development: Strong support for personal and professional growth, with opportunities for networking and career advancement. Career Progression: Clear opportunities for career growth within the company, with the potential to take on more responsibility as you develop. If you're ready to take the next step in your planning career and join a dynamic and supportive team, apply today! call (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Reference - 64478
82096 - Lead Protection & Commissioning Engineer This Lead Protection & Commissioning Engineer will report to the Operations Manager and will work within Network Operations based in our Stratford, East London office. You will be a permanent employee in our UK Power Networks team. You will attract a salary of 94,904 and a bonus of 3%. If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check Close Date: .08/03/2026 We also provide the following additional benefits 25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays. Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Job Purpose: The Role of the Lead Protection & Commissioning Engineer in the Capital Programme Operations Team is to manage the commissioning team of operatives whether UKPN staff or Contractors. The Lead Protection & Commissioning Engineer will manage all the Senior Protection & Commissioning and Commissioning Engineers with technical issues from the whole Capital Programme portfolio. You will ensure delivery of the APP and Connections portfolio. You will resolve all technical issues, operational queries, questions with commissioning plans, and liaison with other directorates for full compliance with UKPN Procedures. We are looking for an expertly operationally authorised person who can manage the commissioning team and develop the staff to this level. You will also be required to deputise for the Operations Manager when required. Dimensions Direct Line management responsibility for circa 8 - 12 PMSNF FTE lead, Commissioning, and agency staff. Liaison/coordination/cooperating with Programme/Project managers to deliver the regional APP/Connections portfolio of circa 150M per year. Full compliance with UKPN procedures for the commissioning team. Approval new multi-million-pound installations as fit for service. Investigate and reporting on mal operations/faults using highly complex computational equipment. Responsible for large numbers of operatives on site to ensure delivery of multi-million-pound projects. Operate the Network from an SAP perspective up to and including 132kV. Has a FAL of Band 4 Principal Accountabilities: Run and attend Commissioning panel meetings with external partners. Help develop Multiple Projects from Gate A to close out Gate D. Provide Engineering Safety, and Management leadership to a large group of Commissioning Engineers and contractors. Provide advice and report on any complex mal operations to suggest solutions to any company issues which are found during these investigations. Co-ordinate with the Commissioning team and other stakeholders to ensure resources are in place to deliver the portfolio of work. Manage the commissioning team to ensure the delivery of a portfolio of multiple multi-million-pound projects. Ensure the level of Engineering resource within the area is continuously improved. This includes actively developing staff by acting as a mentor and coach to assist in the team's authorisations development. Assess team members and authorising them at all voltage levels from LV to 132kV. Co-ordinate with the Construction team and other stakeholders to ensure resources are in place to deliver the project, providing Input on Quality and Deliverability. Ensure compliance with CDM and Safety Documentation where required for all staff. Have input to the programme/project managers to ensure contract resources, materials and services to ensure that programmes/projects are maintained and in place. Ensure that all staff complete their work to provide very high levels of Customer Service e.g. minimise CIs & CMLs, network risk, and customer complaints. Liaise with Asset management and network operations to input into the creatin of new standards and procedures. Ensure that work is available by liaising with Project managers and programme managers to utilise resources. Provide monthly achievement reports & forecasts to help help with the improved performance of the team. Nature and Scope: Communicate with designers and surveyors to support in the compositions of workable designs and meaningful reports. Assist in the design stage of the project by providing technical support to designers on buildability, standards, procedures, and help them to produce the Hazard Elimination and Management Checklist (HEML). Provide guidance and create solutions from an SAP/Commissioning and testing perspective for complex challenges for the team. Keep up to date with new relay and testing software to be of equipment onto the network. Able to check and apply settings to complex relays. Able to lead complex testing equipment to test and commission complex relay schemes. Able to commission Grid transformers, 132kV feeders, Synch schemes, Primary transformers, feeders, and all primary plant onto the network. Review all complex designs to ensure compliance with current procedures. Where these standards do not exist, to help create a new standard to resolve these issues. Manage a team of commissioning engineers whether UKPN staff or Agency. This will be on a portfolio of schemes like APP and Major Connections across multiple projects to ensure the delivery of all the proposed projects. Attend meeting with partners to ensure the delivery of complex customer and operationally driven projects and programmes to time and budget. Work with P6 Planners and Project Managers to produce schedule of works for the commissioning aspects of projects. Issue Safety documents following the DSRs, issue task instructions, and follow the putting people to work (PPTW) policy. Ensure the team raise TQ's, CE, and EWN issues that may affect project delivery and submit via Unifier. Ensure accurate As Built Information is relayed to Designers for Networks Records. Verify valid DSR Competence is held by the commissioning team, and these are kept up to date. Ensure the commissioning team can create, maintain, and review commissioning plans, commissioning switching programmes, Inspection and testing plans, test forms, and suitable Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS) and Safe System of work (SSOW) for each task requiring operational precautions. Qualifications: We ask that you have a sound background in Grid, Primary Substation, and Cable systems and experience of working in a project delivery environment. You will be asked to have an Electrical Engineering Bachelor's Degree or equivalent. Hold a full SAP status for all voltage levels. Have five years' Operational experience, or equivalent, as a primary/grid commissioning engineer and holds a full 132kV SAP status. Is a member of the IET and hold CEng status or working towards. Holds the Network Assessors safety management and switching operations up to 132kV to authorise individuals. Hold a NEBOSH safety General or Construction qualification. Completed the Power Systems Protection course. Has completed the IOSH incident investigations course. Holds full driving license. Demonstrate excellent communication skills. A working knowledge of the safety & environmental regulations relating to construction work in the industry. Must have experience of working with the CDM regulations and ISO9001 quality processes. Understand and application of UK Power Networks procedures. Needs to be able to rationalise conflicting points of view to reach an optimum solution. Candidates that don't meet all the criteria may be considered subject to necessary training and formal qualifications. If the candidate does not hold the relevant competencies, they may be placed on a lower Band with a development plan.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
82096 - Lead Protection & Commissioning Engineer This Lead Protection & Commissioning Engineer will report to the Operations Manager and will work within Network Operations based in our Stratford, East London office. You will be a permanent employee in our UK Power Networks team. You will attract a salary of 94,904 and a bonus of 3%. If you are successful, you will need to undertake a medical and DBS reference check Close Date: .08/03/2026 We also provide the following additional benefits 25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays. Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%) Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes Occupational Health support Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products Discounted gym membership Employee Assistance Programme Job Purpose: The Role of the Lead Protection & Commissioning Engineer in the Capital Programme Operations Team is to manage the commissioning team of operatives whether UKPN staff or Contractors. The Lead Protection & Commissioning Engineer will manage all the Senior Protection & Commissioning and Commissioning Engineers with technical issues from the whole Capital Programme portfolio. You will ensure delivery of the APP and Connections portfolio. You will resolve all technical issues, operational queries, questions with commissioning plans, and liaison with other directorates for full compliance with UKPN Procedures. We are looking for an expertly operationally authorised person who can manage the commissioning team and develop the staff to this level. You will also be required to deputise for the Operations Manager when required. Dimensions Direct Line management responsibility for circa 8 - 12 PMSNF FTE lead, Commissioning, and agency staff. Liaison/coordination/cooperating with Programme/Project managers to deliver the regional APP/Connections portfolio of circa 150M per year. Full compliance with UKPN procedures for the commissioning team. Approval new multi-million-pound installations as fit for service. Investigate and reporting on mal operations/faults using highly complex computational equipment. Responsible for large numbers of operatives on site to ensure delivery of multi-million-pound projects. Operate the Network from an SAP perspective up to and including 132kV. Has a FAL of Band 4 Principal Accountabilities: Run and attend Commissioning panel meetings with external partners. Help develop Multiple Projects from Gate A to close out Gate D. Provide Engineering Safety, and Management leadership to a large group of Commissioning Engineers and contractors. Provide advice and report on any complex mal operations to suggest solutions to any company issues which are found during these investigations. Co-ordinate with the Commissioning team and other stakeholders to ensure resources are in place to deliver the portfolio of work. Manage the commissioning team to ensure the delivery of a portfolio of multiple multi-million-pound projects. Ensure the level of Engineering resource within the area is continuously improved. This includes actively developing staff by acting as a mentor and coach to assist in the team's authorisations development. Assess team members and authorising them at all voltage levels from LV to 132kV. Co-ordinate with the Construction team and other stakeholders to ensure resources are in place to deliver the project, providing Input on Quality and Deliverability. Ensure compliance with CDM and Safety Documentation where required for all staff. Have input to the programme/project managers to ensure contract resources, materials and services to ensure that programmes/projects are maintained and in place. Ensure that all staff complete their work to provide very high levels of Customer Service e.g. minimise CIs & CMLs, network risk, and customer complaints. Liaise with Asset management and network operations to input into the creatin of new standards and procedures. Ensure that work is available by liaising with Project managers and programme managers to utilise resources. Provide monthly achievement reports & forecasts to help help with the improved performance of the team. Nature and Scope: Communicate with designers and surveyors to support in the compositions of workable designs and meaningful reports. Assist in the design stage of the project by providing technical support to designers on buildability, standards, procedures, and help them to produce the Hazard Elimination and Management Checklist (HEML). Provide guidance and create solutions from an SAP/Commissioning and testing perspective for complex challenges for the team. Keep up to date with new relay and testing software to be of equipment onto the network. Able to check and apply settings to complex relays. Able to lead complex testing equipment to test and commission complex relay schemes. Able to commission Grid transformers, 132kV feeders, Synch schemes, Primary transformers, feeders, and all primary plant onto the network. Review all complex designs to ensure compliance with current procedures. Where these standards do not exist, to help create a new standard to resolve these issues. Manage a team of commissioning engineers whether UKPN staff or Agency. This will be on a portfolio of schemes like APP and Major Connections across multiple projects to ensure the delivery of all the proposed projects. Attend meeting with partners to ensure the delivery of complex customer and operationally driven projects and programmes to time and budget. Work with P6 Planners and Project Managers to produce schedule of works for the commissioning aspects of projects. Issue Safety documents following the DSRs, issue task instructions, and follow the putting people to work (PPTW) policy. Ensure the team raise TQ's, CE, and EWN issues that may affect project delivery and submit via Unifier. Ensure accurate As Built Information is relayed to Designers for Networks Records. Verify valid DSR Competence is held by the commissioning team, and these are kept up to date. Ensure the commissioning team can create, maintain, and review commissioning plans, commissioning switching programmes, Inspection and testing plans, test forms, and suitable Risk Assessment and Method Statement (RAMS) and Safe System of work (SSOW) for each task requiring operational precautions. Qualifications: We ask that you have a sound background in Grid, Primary Substation, and Cable systems and experience of working in a project delivery environment. You will be asked to have an Electrical Engineering Bachelor's Degree or equivalent. Hold a full SAP status for all voltage levels. Have five years' Operational experience, or equivalent, as a primary/grid commissioning engineer and holds a full 132kV SAP status. Is a member of the IET and hold CEng status or working towards. Holds the Network Assessors safety management and switching operations up to 132kV to authorise individuals. Hold a NEBOSH safety General or Construction qualification. Completed the Power Systems Protection course. Has completed the IOSH incident investigations course. Holds full driving license. Demonstrate excellent communication skills. A working knowledge of the safety & environmental regulations relating to construction work in the industry. Must have experience of working with the CDM regulations and ISO9001 quality processes. Understand and application of UK Power Networks procedures. Needs to be able to rationalise conflicting points of view to reach an optimum solution. Candidates that don't meet all the criteria may be considered subject to necessary training and formal qualifications. If the candidate does not hold the relevant competencies, they may be placed on a lower Band with a development plan.
Could you shape communities as a Planning Inspector? The Planning Inspectorate is recruiting experienced professionals to examine local plans that determine where homes are built and how communities grow sustainably across England. Salary: Band 2 £63,859 Band 3 £77,741 What we offer: Home-based role with flexible working patterns Part-time contracts available 28.97% employer pension contribution Comprehensive training programme Intellectually challenging, high-impact work Who we're looking for: Chartered (or equivalent professional registration) professionals from planning, architecture, surveying, law or related disciplines with significant experience in plan preparation, planning policy or development management. Common misconceptions - let's set the record straight: "I'd need to travel constantly" - You'll work primarily from home, travelling for specific commitments only, like hearing sessions and training events "I'm not a planner, so I can't apply" - We welcome architects, lawyers, surveyors and other built environment professionals. "It sounds isolating" - You'll join a supportive community of inspectors with peer networks, mentoring and ongoing training About the Planning Inspectorate The Planning Inspectorate plays a key role within the planning system, helping to deliver the government's objectives for sustainable development in a plan-led system. An important component of this is the delivery of local plan and infrastructure casework which helps to achieve the government's economic, social and environmental objectives. Our role is to conduct thorough, independent assessments of local plans, examining whether they are legally compliant and sound in line with national policy. This independent scrutiny ensures communities have robust planning frameworks that can effectively manage growth and development. The Planning Inspectorate, as part of the Civil Service, is committed to understanding, respecting and representing as broad a range of views and backgrounds as we have in UK society. We know that diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to an effective, modern Civil Service and Planning Inspectorate. We want to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work for us regardless of background. Our passion for diversity and equality means creating a work environment for all employees that is welcoming, respectful, engaging, and enriched with opportunities for personal and professional development. Find out more on our Inspector recruitment site including a recording of a Q and A session with current inspectors. Closing date for applications Sunday 22 February 2026.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Could you shape communities as a Planning Inspector? The Planning Inspectorate is recruiting experienced professionals to examine local plans that determine where homes are built and how communities grow sustainably across England. Salary: Band 2 £63,859 Band 3 £77,741 What we offer: Home-based role with flexible working patterns Part-time contracts available 28.97% employer pension contribution Comprehensive training programme Intellectually challenging, high-impact work Who we're looking for: Chartered (or equivalent professional registration) professionals from planning, architecture, surveying, law or related disciplines with significant experience in plan preparation, planning policy or development management. Common misconceptions - let's set the record straight: "I'd need to travel constantly" - You'll work primarily from home, travelling for specific commitments only, like hearing sessions and training events "I'm not a planner, so I can't apply" - We welcome architects, lawyers, surveyors and other built environment professionals. "It sounds isolating" - You'll join a supportive community of inspectors with peer networks, mentoring and ongoing training About the Planning Inspectorate The Planning Inspectorate plays a key role within the planning system, helping to deliver the government's objectives for sustainable development in a plan-led system. An important component of this is the delivery of local plan and infrastructure casework which helps to achieve the government's economic, social and environmental objectives. Our role is to conduct thorough, independent assessments of local plans, examining whether they are legally compliant and sound in line with national policy. This independent scrutiny ensures communities have robust planning frameworks that can effectively manage growth and development. The Planning Inspectorate, as part of the Civil Service, is committed to understanding, respecting and representing as broad a range of views and backgrounds as we have in UK society. We know that diverse perspectives and experiences are critical to an effective, modern Civil Service and Planning Inspectorate. We want to maximise the potential of everyone who chooses to work for us regardless of background. Our passion for diversity and equality means creating a work environment for all employees that is welcoming, respectful, engaging, and enriched with opportunities for personal and professional development. Find out more on our Inspector recruitment site including a recording of a Q and A session with current inspectors. Closing date for applications Sunday 22 February 2026.
Job Description DXC Technology is seeking a seasoned SAP S/4HANA PP Senior Consultant to drive the design and delivery of next generation manufacturing and supply chain solutions across large scale SAP transformation programs. This is a key role within our SAP Consulting and Delivery team in the UK, responsible for crafting innovative, value driven SAP PP and Production Execution solutions while guiding clients through complex change journeys. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of the SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) and Production Execution (PE) solution across multiple industry sectors Own the solution design across Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, Repetitive, and Discrete manufacturing scenarios Conduct detailed discovery and explore design workshops with production managers, planners, and supply chain heads to define target operating models Define integration points with SAP MM, SD, QM, WM/EWM, IBP, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Drive the adoption of S/4 innovations such as Advanced Planning, MRP Live, Production Scheduling Board, and Embedded Analytics Support pre sales solutioning - RFPs, RFIs, demos, and effort estimations for manufacturing led SAP transformations Contribute to industry specific solution templates (e.g., automotive, industrial, consumer goods) with repeatable assets and accelerators Collaborate with technical architects, data migration teams, and change management experts to ensure holistic transformation success Lead and mentor a team of functional consultants and guide clients through business process enablement and deployment planning Required Experience Extensive years of SAP consulting experience with deep functional expertise in SAP PP and related modules 2 full-cycle S/4HANA greenfield and brownfield implementation programs in a manufacturing-intensive environment and at least one greenfield global rollout implementation program Strong hands on experience in S/4HANA Production Planning, Demand Management, Shop Floor Control, MRP Live, and Work Center/Resource modeling Experience integrating SAP PP with MES systems, either via PI/PO, MII, or third-party manufacturing platforms Previous leadership of SAP workstreams or cross functional manufacturing solutions in a consulting/SI environment Demonstrated capability in pre sales or bid solutioning - especially for manufacturing-led S/4 programs Technical & Functional Skills In-depth configuration knowledge of SAP PP, MRP, Routing/BOMs, Production Orders, Capacity Planning, and Demand Management Understanding of integration touchpoints with MM, SD, QM, PM, and MES interfaces Familiarity with Fiori apps for shop floor operations and embedded analytics for production KPIs Exposure to SAP IBP, PP/DS, or advanced scheduling tools is highly desirable Awareness of industry manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance frameworks (GMP, ISO, etc.) Stakeholder & Soft Skills Strong engagement skills with manufacturing stakeholders: Heads of Production, Plant Managers, and COOs Ability to translate complex operational processes into streamlined SAP enabled solutions Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling skills - with comfort in C level discussions Experience managing diverse teams, mentoring junior consultants, and driving delivery excellence Methodologies & Tools Proven experience with SAP Activate and agile delivery models Use of Signavio, Solution Manager, JIRA/Confluence, and other project collaboration tools Familiarity with DevOps pipelines for functional delivery in SAP S/4HANA programs Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Information Systems SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing for Production Planning and Control TOGAF, ITIL, or similar framework certifications (preferred for solution architecture exposure) At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf. More information on employment scams is available here.
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Job Description DXC Technology is seeking a seasoned SAP S/4HANA PP Senior Consultant to drive the design and delivery of next generation manufacturing and supply chain solutions across large scale SAP transformation programs. This is a key role within our SAP Consulting and Delivery team in the UK, responsible for crafting innovative, value driven SAP PP and Production Execution solutions while guiding clients through complex change journeys. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end delivery of the SAP S/4HANA Production Planning (PP) and Production Execution (PE) solution across multiple industry sectors Own the solution design across Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, Repetitive, and Discrete manufacturing scenarios Conduct detailed discovery and explore design workshops with production managers, planners, and supply chain heads to define target operating models Define integration points with SAP MM, SD, QM, WM/EWM, IBP, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Drive the adoption of S/4 innovations such as Advanced Planning, MRP Live, Production Scheduling Board, and Embedded Analytics Support pre sales solutioning - RFPs, RFIs, demos, and effort estimations for manufacturing led SAP transformations Contribute to industry specific solution templates (e.g., automotive, industrial, consumer goods) with repeatable assets and accelerators Collaborate with technical architects, data migration teams, and change management experts to ensure holistic transformation success Lead and mentor a team of functional consultants and guide clients through business process enablement and deployment planning Required Experience Extensive years of SAP consulting experience with deep functional expertise in SAP PP and related modules 2 full-cycle S/4HANA greenfield and brownfield implementation programs in a manufacturing-intensive environment and at least one greenfield global rollout implementation program Strong hands on experience in S/4HANA Production Planning, Demand Management, Shop Floor Control, MRP Live, and Work Center/Resource modeling Experience integrating SAP PP with MES systems, either via PI/PO, MII, or third-party manufacturing platforms Previous leadership of SAP workstreams or cross functional manufacturing solutions in a consulting/SI environment Demonstrated capability in pre sales or bid solutioning - especially for manufacturing-led S/4 programs Technical & Functional Skills In-depth configuration knowledge of SAP PP, MRP, Routing/BOMs, Production Orders, Capacity Planning, and Demand Management Understanding of integration touchpoints with MM, SD, QM, PM, and MES interfaces Familiarity with Fiori apps for shop floor operations and embedded analytics for production KPIs Exposure to SAP IBP, PP/DS, or advanced scheduling tools is highly desirable Awareness of industry manufacturing standards and regulatory compliance frameworks (GMP, ISO, etc.) Stakeholder & Soft Skills Strong engagement skills with manufacturing stakeholders: Heads of Production, Plant Managers, and COOs Ability to translate complex operational processes into streamlined SAP enabled solutions Excellent communication, presentation, and storytelling skills - with comfort in C level discussions Experience managing diverse teams, mentoring junior consultants, and driving delivery excellence Methodologies & Tools Proven experience with SAP Activate and agile delivery models Use of Signavio, Solution Manager, JIRA/Confluence, and other project collaboration tools Familiarity with DevOps pipelines for functional delivery in SAP S/4HANA programs Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Information Systems SAP Certified Application Associate - SAP S/4HANA Manufacturing for Production Planning and Control TOGAF, ITIL, or similar framework certifications (preferred for solution architecture exposure) At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf. More information on employment scams is available here.
Project Execution - Construction Design Graduate page is loaded Project Execution - Construction Design Graduatelocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: March 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: JR35502 Job TitleProject Execution - Construction Design Graduate Job Description Reports to: Project Delivery Lead Location: London - HeathrowVanderlande is a market-leading global partner for future proof logistic process automation in the Airports and Distribution sectors. Our extensive portfolio of integrated solutions - innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services - results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. We focus on the optimisation of our customers' business processes and competitiveness. Through close cooperation, we strive to improve our customers' operations and the expansion of their logistical capabilities. Owned by Toyota, we are a Dutch multi-national, headquartered in Veghel, the Netherlands and with offices globally.Addressing a growing market demand and increasing project complexity, our Project Execution department is expanding its Construction Design Management capability to support project delivery, from inception to handover.Our projects deliver automated logistic process automation systems, integrated within new or existing facilities, where we manage the construction design and delivery. Whether integrated as a specialist sub-contractor with wider construction teams, or employed directly as a the project main-contractor, teams are required to manage key areas of mechanical engineering and construction design, or the full scope of project design.We are currently recruiting Design and Construction oriented graduates recently graduated or expecting to graduate in 2026 to work within our Project Execution team based at our offices near to London Heathrow Airport. Our Graduates will gain exposure to the entire lifecycle of project delivery with the opportunity to join a wide range of projects across the Airports sector.We're looking for individuals who are flexible, driven and not afraid to continue their learning experience; whilst keen to bring value to our customers and our business. In return, this programme will fast track you in your Construction Design and Project Management career, with a drive towards chartered status with one of the professional institutions. Opportunities exist across a vast (and growing) project portfolio, where you'll get involved in all aspects of project delivery; from supporting in the sales phase to construction design management and onto installation, commissioning, integration and transition to the customer's operations and maintenance teams. This will entail working closely as a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, project managers, planners and construction specialists to deliver excellence for our customers.Throughout the graduate programme you will be supported by a dedicated mentor to build your professional development plan and pathway to professional accreditation, as well as on-going support with the hands-on technical elements and help to develop your network. There will also be your cohort of graduates to call on to share experiences and develop together. Role Responsibilities You will gain exposure to a wide range of projects that could include: Support the project management, sales and commercial teams, across all design management contributions; Support design consultants competence assessment, scope development and appointment; Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to coordinate design requirements; Maintain project documentation, track design development, meeting minutes, and other relevant design records; Support reviews of existing project information packs and support clients and project teams in the identification of information and scope gaps. Assist in chairing design meetings, take minutes, and report on design progress; Identify and escalate design risks; assisting with value-engineering reviews; Attend site surveys, investigations and support design and works planning; Support design deliverables production, design coordination, design comments exchange, and workflow status reviews; Support production of design management deliverables (design review trackers, risk registers, design responsibility matrix, building control trackers, etc.); Help manage design processes, ensuring drawings and specifications are ready and accessible to relevant teams; Support construction teams, asset management and information management teams; Support Planning Application processes; Attend and contribute to Build Control Authority liaison meetings, and support designers in this collaborative process; Attend and contribute to Technical Surgery consultation meetings, and support designers and contractors in this collaborative process; Attend and contribute to Client and end-user meetings, and support designers and contractors in this collaborative process; Support Health & Safety, Compliance with project requirements and Building Regulations and Standards. Role Qualification and Skills Degree with classification of 2:1 or higher in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Design Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Strong understanding of technical drawings and construction principles; A logical thinker, curious & diligent; Enjoys working as part of a team at the project level, UK-wide and globally; Is self-aware, recognises the value of life-long learning; Shows openness and honesty; Familiarity with CAD/BIM tools is an advantage.Please note that UK and Ireland travel will be necessary along with a valid UK driving license. Some occasional overseas travel will be required What we offer Performance related pay Opportunity to develop and progress within Vanderlande 288 Hours Holiday Aviva Medical Cover & Pension YuLife - Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers Achievers - A social recognition platform that also offers a free reward each month and discounts on everyday shopping and activities A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities for career progression Diversity & Inclusion Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age marital status or disability status. If you feel there is a barrier that potentially prevents you from applying, we are always happy to discuss or explore, any reasonable adjustments can be made to support your application. Aspire. Grow. Achieve. Together Are you looking to develop your career and satisfy your ambitions at a company where you can aspire to new heights, enjoy personal growth and thrive on achievement environment. We are the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports - from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi - and in the parcel market for leading players such as UPS and FedEx. Furthermore, we are also a leading supplier of solutions for warehousing giants, including Walmart, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services.If you aspire to a position of responsibility and want to make a difference by facilitating the delivery of what matters most to consumers, passengers, and businesses, the next step on your path to global opportunities is to join Vanderlande. As part of our network and unique culture of freedom and flexibility, you will be able to express yourself and become connected to our
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Project Execution - Construction Design Graduate page is loaded Project Execution - Construction Design Graduatelocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: March 31, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: JR35502 Job TitleProject Execution - Construction Design Graduate Job Description Reports to: Project Delivery Lead Location: London - HeathrowVanderlande is a market-leading global partner for future proof logistic process automation in the Airports and Distribution sectors. Our extensive portfolio of integrated solutions - innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services - results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. We focus on the optimisation of our customers' business processes and competitiveness. Through close cooperation, we strive to improve our customers' operations and the expansion of their logistical capabilities. Owned by Toyota, we are a Dutch multi-national, headquartered in Veghel, the Netherlands and with offices globally.Addressing a growing market demand and increasing project complexity, our Project Execution department is expanding its Construction Design Management capability to support project delivery, from inception to handover.Our projects deliver automated logistic process automation systems, integrated within new or existing facilities, where we manage the construction design and delivery. Whether integrated as a specialist sub-contractor with wider construction teams, or employed directly as a the project main-contractor, teams are required to manage key areas of mechanical engineering and construction design, or the full scope of project design.We are currently recruiting Design and Construction oriented graduates recently graduated or expecting to graduate in 2026 to work within our Project Execution team based at our offices near to London Heathrow Airport. Our Graduates will gain exposure to the entire lifecycle of project delivery with the opportunity to join a wide range of projects across the Airports sector.We're looking for individuals who are flexible, driven and not afraid to continue their learning experience; whilst keen to bring value to our customers and our business. In return, this programme will fast track you in your Construction Design and Project Management career, with a drive towards chartered status with one of the professional institutions. Opportunities exist across a vast (and growing) project portfolio, where you'll get involved in all aspects of project delivery; from supporting in the sales phase to construction design management and onto installation, commissioning, integration and transition to the customer's operations and maintenance teams. This will entail working closely as a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, project managers, planners and construction specialists to deliver excellence for our customers.Throughout the graduate programme you will be supported by a dedicated mentor to build your professional development plan and pathway to professional accreditation, as well as on-going support with the hands-on technical elements and help to develop your network. There will also be your cohort of graduates to call on to share experiences and develop together. Role Responsibilities You will gain exposure to a wide range of projects that could include: Support the project management, sales and commercial teams, across all design management contributions; Support design consultants competence assessment, scope development and appointment; Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to coordinate design requirements; Maintain project documentation, track design development, meeting minutes, and other relevant design records; Support reviews of existing project information packs and support clients and project teams in the identification of information and scope gaps. Assist in chairing design meetings, take minutes, and report on design progress; Identify and escalate design risks; assisting with value-engineering reviews; Attend site surveys, investigations and support design and works planning; Support design deliverables production, design coordination, design comments exchange, and workflow status reviews; Support production of design management deliverables (design review trackers, risk registers, design responsibility matrix, building control trackers, etc.); Help manage design processes, ensuring drawings and specifications are ready and accessible to relevant teams; Support construction teams, asset management and information management teams; Support Planning Application processes; Attend and contribute to Build Control Authority liaison meetings, and support designers in this collaborative process; Attend and contribute to Technical Surgery consultation meetings, and support designers and contractors in this collaborative process; Attend and contribute to Client and end-user meetings, and support designers and contractors in this collaborative process; Support Health & Safety, Compliance with project requirements and Building Regulations and Standards. Role Qualification and Skills Degree with classification of 2:1 or higher in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Design Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Strong understanding of technical drawings and construction principles; A logical thinker, curious & diligent; Enjoys working as part of a team at the project level, UK-wide and globally; Is self-aware, recognises the value of life-long learning; Shows openness and honesty; Familiarity with CAD/BIM tools is an advantage.Please note that UK and Ireland travel will be necessary along with a valid UK driving license. Some occasional overseas travel will be required What we offer Performance related pay Opportunity to develop and progress within Vanderlande 288 Hours Holiday Aviva Medical Cover & Pension YuLife - Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers Achievers - A social recognition platform that also offers a free reward each month and discounts on everyday shopping and activities A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities for career progression Diversity & Inclusion Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age marital status or disability status. If you feel there is a barrier that potentially prevents you from applying, we are always happy to discuss or explore, any reasonable adjustments can be made to support your application. Aspire. Grow. Achieve. Together Are you looking to develop your career and satisfy your ambitions at a company where you can aspire to new heights, enjoy personal growth and thrive on achievement environment. We are the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports - from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi - and in the parcel market for leading players such as UPS and FedEx. Furthermore, we are also a leading supplier of solutions for warehousing giants, including Walmart, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services.If you aspire to a position of responsibility and want to make a difference by facilitating the delivery of what matters most to consumers, passengers, and businesses, the next step on your path to global opportunities is to join Vanderlande. As part of our network and unique culture of freedom and flexibility, you will be able to express yourself and become connected to our
Overview Are you an experienced town planner with proven consultancy experience, who wants to be much more than a number in a crowd? Would you relish the opportunity to be part of a company where you can work both autonomously, and as part of a wider professional team, where you will have genuine opportunities to develop your career further? Caulmert currently has an opportunity for an enthusiastic professional to work in the Company's Planning Team. Who will I be working with? Caulmert Ltd is a fresh and dynamic multi-disciplinary consultancy, delivering town planning, engineering and environmental services throughout the UK to an impressive client base including many blue-chip organisations. Founded in 2008, Caulmert is on track to meet an ambitious growth plan. Currently, the company employs people operating from regional offices located in Greater Manchester and North Wales, with our client-focused teams consistently delivering high quality services and support to the rapidly growing number of clients. So, what will the role of a Principal Planner entail? Caulmert is looking to appoint an experienced town planner to join our existing team of planning consultants. Caulmert works across an exciting variety of projects including residential, commercial, minerals/waste, tourism, leisure, employment, infrastructure, renewable energy and mixed-use schemes throughout the UK. Ideally, candidates would have experience working in the private sector and have experience with existing client relationships; however, we will also consider candidates from other backgrounds including the public sector. Candidates should be qualified to degree level (or equivalent) and will be a Chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). Caulmert is a wholly employee-owned business that offers great career opportunities and comprehensive support for your professional development. We offer an excellent remuneration and flexible benefits package including medical insurance and the opportunity to purchase shares. We intend to continue operating a blended flexible working model which allows employees freedom and flexibility as to where and how they work which enables an excellent balance of personal, team and client requirements. We currently have office locations in Altrincham, St Asaph and Bangor in North Wales which candidates could work from however remote working is available; we are happy to talk about flexible working options in more detail during the recruitment process. Candidates would be expected to undertake the following duties / services; Liaison with clients, consultees, local planning authorities and specific design / project teams together with the wider Caulmert consultancy team consisting of planning, environmental, engineering and geo-environmental. Preparation and Submission of Planning Applications, Environmental Impact Assessments, Planning Appeals and Land Promotion material Management of multidisciplinary teams including the appointment and supervision of external sub consultants where appropriate. Appraise the feasibility and development potential of proposed development sites and provide written and verbal advice to clients. Undertake business development and attend business networking events. Qualifications A relevant Honours Degree / Master's Degree in Planning (or equivalent subject) Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) At least 5 years of suitable Planning experience Robust skills in report writing and reviewing planning policy documentation Excellent oral and written communication skills A strong understanding of UK wide planning legislation Business Development skills including existing client base Be self-motivated with a willingness to create and maintain relationships with clients, local authorities and external contacts. Commercial Awareness with the ability to work on own initiative. A full UK driving license What will I receive in return? A happy, sociable place to work with a choice of offices in North Wales (Bangor and St Asaph) and Altrincham. Competitive remuneration package 25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days depending on the length of service) Investment in your professional development and great career prospects Private Medical Care Pension Potential opportunity to purchase Company shares Additionally, you'll be part of a friendly and professional team in a growing company which promotes agile working and where your ideas will be welcomed, and your efforts and results will be noticed and rewarded, with excellent opportunities for career progression. The Company is an equal opportunities employer and aims to ensure a workplace where people are treated with dignity and respect, and where trust and empowerment are encouraged. As part of our recruitment process, Caulmert is expected to carry out a 'Right to work' check on all staff. This will require obtaining original copies of one or more of the 'acceptable documents' as given in the Home Office Guidance "An Employer's Guide to Right to Work Checks": 31 August 2021. Further information is available from our HR department upon request. Contract Type:Permanent How to apply To apply, please forward a detailed CV and covering letter explaining what attracts you to the post to Donna Milne, HR Manager at InTec, Parc Menai, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 4FG or email . The Company will not accept Applications/Candidates from Recruitment Consultants/Agencies nor accept their terms and conditions without prior approval from the HR Manager. We are looking for a Principal Structural Engineer to work in our Engineering Team. This is your chance to step into a strategic leadership role, shape a thriving team, and influence high-profile civil engineering projects across the UK Are you a skilled and driven hydrogeologist with a passion for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions?
Feb 12, 2026
Full time
Overview Are you an experienced town planner with proven consultancy experience, who wants to be much more than a number in a crowd? Would you relish the opportunity to be part of a company where you can work both autonomously, and as part of a wider professional team, where you will have genuine opportunities to develop your career further? Caulmert currently has an opportunity for an enthusiastic professional to work in the Company's Planning Team. Who will I be working with? Caulmert Ltd is a fresh and dynamic multi-disciplinary consultancy, delivering town planning, engineering and environmental services throughout the UK to an impressive client base including many blue-chip organisations. Founded in 2008, Caulmert is on track to meet an ambitious growth plan. Currently, the company employs people operating from regional offices located in Greater Manchester and North Wales, with our client-focused teams consistently delivering high quality services and support to the rapidly growing number of clients. So, what will the role of a Principal Planner entail? Caulmert is looking to appoint an experienced town planner to join our existing team of planning consultants. Caulmert works across an exciting variety of projects including residential, commercial, minerals/waste, tourism, leisure, employment, infrastructure, renewable energy and mixed-use schemes throughout the UK. Ideally, candidates would have experience working in the private sector and have experience with existing client relationships; however, we will also consider candidates from other backgrounds including the public sector. Candidates should be qualified to degree level (or equivalent) and will be a Chartered member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). Caulmert is a wholly employee-owned business that offers great career opportunities and comprehensive support for your professional development. We offer an excellent remuneration and flexible benefits package including medical insurance and the opportunity to purchase shares. We intend to continue operating a blended flexible working model which allows employees freedom and flexibility as to where and how they work which enables an excellent balance of personal, team and client requirements. We currently have office locations in Altrincham, St Asaph and Bangor in North Wales which candidates could work from however remote working is available; we are happy to talk about flexible working options in more detail during the recruitment process. Candidates would be expected to undertake the following duties / services; Liaison with clients, consultees, local planning authorities and specific design / project teams together with the wider Caulmert consultancy team consisting of planning, environmental, engineering and geo-environmental. Preparation and Submission of Planning Applications, Environmental Impact Assessments, Planning Appeals and Land Promotion material Management of multidisciplinary teams including the appointment and supervision of external sub consultants where appropriate. Appraise the feasibility and development potential of proposed development sites and provide written and verbal advice to clients. Undertake business development and attend business networking events. Qualifications A relevant Honours Degree / Master's Degree in Planning (or equivalent subject) Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) At least 5 years of suitable Planning experience Robust skills in report writing and reviewing planning policy documentation Excellent oral and written communication skills A strong understanding of UK wide planning legislation Business Development skills including existing client base Be self-motivated with a willingness to create and maintain relationships with clients, local authorities and external contacts. Commercial Awareness with the ability to work on own initiative. A full UK driving license What will I receive in return? A happy, sociable place to work with a choice of offices in North Wales (Bangor and St Asaph) and Altrincham. Competitive remuneration package 25 days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing to 30 days depending on the length of service) Investment in your professional development and great career prospects Private Medical Care Pension Potential opportunity to purchase Company shares Additionally, you'll be part of a friendly and professional team in a growing company which promotes agile working and where your ideas will be welcomed, and your efforts and results will be noticed and rewarded, with excellent opportunities for career progression. The Company is an equal opportunities employer and aims to ensure a workplace where people are treated with dignity and respect, and where trust and empowerment are encouraged. As part of our recruitment process, Caulmert is expected to carry out a 'Right to work' check on all staff. This will require obtaining original copies of one or more of the 'acceptable documents' as given in the Home Office Guidance "An Employer's Guide to Right to Work Checks": 31 August 2021. Further information is available from our HR department upon request. Contract Type:Permanent How to apply To apply, please forward a detailed CV and covering letter explaining what attracts you to the post to Donna Milne, HR Manager at InTec, Parc Menai, Bangor, Gwynedd, LL57 4FG or email . The Company will not accept Applications/Candidates from Recruitment Consultants/Agencies nor accept their terms and conditions without prior approval from the HR Manager. We are looking for a Principal Structural Engineer to work in our Engineering Team. This is your chance to step into a strategic leadership role, shape a thriving team, and influence high-profile civil engineering projects across the UK Are you a skilled and driven hydrogeologist with a passion for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions?
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
Job Title: Recruitment Consultant Logistics Overview: Recruitment Consultant in the logistics sector required, responsible for sourcing, attracting, and placing candidates within logistics, transport, and supply chain roles. This includes positions such as HGV drivers, warehouse operatives, transport planners, and logistics managers. The consultant acts as the key link between clients seeking to fill roles and candidates looking for employment opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Client Management Build and maintain relationships with existing clients within the logistics and supply chain sector. Develop new business through networking, cold calling, and site visits. Understand client requirements, job specifications, and company culture to deliver effective recruitment solutions. Negotiate terms of business and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met. Candidate Management Source candidates through job boards, social media, internal databases, referrals, and advertising. Screen, interview, and assess candidates to ensure suitability for client requirements. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process including offer negotiation, compliance, and onboarding. Maintain regular contact with temporary and permanent staff to ensure satisfaction and retention. Administration & Compliance Ensure all candidate documentation meets legal and company standards (e.g., right-to-work, driving licences, CPC cards). Maintain accurate records on CRM or recruitment software systems. Produce reports and KPI updates for management when required. Operational Support Liaise with operations and transport managers to ensure adequate staffing levels. Coordinate shift allocations and ensure smooth running of temporary staffing solutions. Respond quickly to client staffing requests, particularly for short-notice or 24/7 logistics operations. Skills & Competencies: Strong understanding of logistics, transport, and warehousing operations. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Sales-driven mindset with the ability to meet and exceed targets. Organised and detail-oriented, especially regarding compliance and documentation. Proficient with recruitment systems, Microsoft Office, and job boards. Qualifications & Experience: Previous experience in logistics recruitment (temporary or permanent) preferred. Knowledge of driver legislation, Working Time Directive, and RT(WT)R regulations. Full UK driving licence. Apply Today!
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Recruitment Consultant Logistics Overview: Recruitment Consultant in the logistics sector required, responsible for sourcing, attracting, and placing candidates within logistics, transport, and supply chain roles. This includes positions such as HGV drivers, warehouse operatives, transport planners, and logistics managers. The consultant acts as the key link between clients seeking to fill roles and candidates looking for employment opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Client Management Build and maintain relationships with existing clients within the logistics and supply chain sector. Develop new business through networking, cold calling, and site visits. Understand client requirements, job specifications, and company culture to deliver effective recruitment solutions. Negotiate terms of business and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met. Candidate Management Source candidates through job boards, social media, internal databases, referrals, and advertising. Screen, interview, and assess candidates to ensure suitability for client requirements. Manage the end-to-end recruitment process including offer negotiation, compliance, and onboarding. Maintain regular contact with temporary and permanent staff to ensure satisfaction and retention. Administration & Compliance Ensure all candidate documentation meets legal and company standards (e.g., right-to-work, driving licences, CPC cards). Maintain accurate records on CRM or recruitment software systems. Produce reports and KPI updates for management when required. Operational Support Liaise with operations and transport managers to ensure adequate staffing levels. Coordinate shift allocations and ensure smooth running of temporary staffing solutions. Respond quickly to client staffing requests, particularly for short-notice or 24/7 logistics operations. Skills & Competencies: Strong understanding of logistics, transport, and warehousing operations. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Sales-driven mindset with the ability to meet and exceed targets. Organised and detail-oriented, especially regarding compliance and documentation. Proficient with recruitment systems, Microsoft Office, and job boards. Qualifications & Experience: Previous experience in logistics recruitment (temporary or permanent) preferred. Knowledge of driver legislation, Working Time Directive, and RT(WT)R regulations. Full UK driving licence. Apply Today!
Job Title: Associate Town Planner Location: Birmingham, UK Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About the Role: I am working with one of my clients, a leading engineering and planning consultancy, who are looking for an Associate Planner to join their dynamic Town Planning Team. As one of the UK's leading planning consultancies, they are at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure and development, with a focus on Net Zero, ESG, and Biodiversity Net Gain. You'll work on a wide range of exciting projects, including rail, energy, water, and housing, for major clients such as Network Rail, HS2, National Highways, Yorkshire Water, and Homes England. In this role, you will support the planning and delivery of high-profile projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to the growth of our presence in key sectors like renewables and energy transformation. Key Responsibilities: Lead planning activities on large infrastructure projects. Manage planning applications and regulatory submissions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including transport, energy, and engineering experts. Engage with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders. Contribute to the delivery of sustainable development projects, such as Net Zero and Biodiversity Net Gain. Key Requirements: Degree in Town Planning or related field. RTPI membership. Minimum 6 years' experience in planning, ideally with infrastructure projects. Knowledge of UK planning legislation and sustainability practices. Strong communication and project management skills. Why Join Us? Work on exciting, high-impact projects in sustainability and infrastructure. Develop your career with a leading consultancy at the cutting edge of planning. Competitive salary and benefits package. If you are interested, please do pop me a call on (phone number removed) or send your CV across to (url removed) reference - 64461
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Associate Town Planner Location: Birmingham, UK Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About the Role: I am working with one of my clients, a leading engineering and planning consultancy, who are looking for an Associate Planner to join their dynamic Town Planning Team. As one of the UK's leading planning consultancies, they are at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure and development, with a focus on Net Zero, ESG, and Biodiversity Net Gain. You'll work on a wide range of exciting projects, including rail, energy, water, and housing, for major clients such as Network Rail, HS2, National Highways, Yorkshire Water, and Homes England. In this role, you will support the planning and delivery of high-profile projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to the growth of our presence in key sectors like renewables and energy transformation. Key Responsibilities: Lead planning activities on large infrastructure projects. Manage planning applications and regulatory submissions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including transport, energy, and engineering experts. Engage with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders. Contribute to the delivery of sustainable development projects, such as Net Zero and Biodiversity Net Gain. Key Requirements: Degree in Town Planning or related field. RTPI membership. Minimum 6 years' experience in planning, ideally with infrastructure projects. Knowledge of UK planning legislation and sustainability practices. Strong communication and project management skills. Why Join Us? Work on exciting, high-impact projects in sustainability and infrastructure. Develop your career with a leading consultancy at the cutting edge of planning. Competitive salary and benefits package. If you are interested, please do pop me a call on (phone number removed) or send your CV across to (url removed) reference - 64461
Reports to: Project Delivery Lead Location: London - Heathrow Vanderlande is a market-leading global partner for future proof logistic process automation in the Airports and Distribution sectors. Our extensive portfolio of integrated solutions - innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services - results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. We focus on the optimisation of our customers' business processes and competitiveness. Through close cooperation, we strive to improve our customers' operations and the expansion of their logistical capabilities. Owned by Toyota, we are a Dutch multi-national, headquartered in Veghel, the Netherlands and with offices globally. Addressing a growing market demand and increasing project complexity, our Project Execution department is expanding its Construction Design Management capability to support project delivery, from inception to handover. Our projects deliver automated logistic process automation systems, integrated within new or existing facilities, where we manage the construction design and delivery. Whether integrated as a specialist sub-contractor with wider construction teams, or employed directly as a the project main-contractor, teams are required to manage key areas of mechanical engineering and construction design, or the full scope of project design. We are currently recruiting Design and Construction oriented graduates recently graduated or expecting to graduate in 2026 to work within our Project Execution team based at our offices near to London Heathrow Airport. Our Graduates will gain exposure to the entire lifecycle of project delivery with the opportunity to join a wide range of projects across the Airports sector. We're looking for individuals who are flexible, driven and not afraid to continue their learning experience; whilst keen to bring value to our customers and our business. In return, this programme will fast track you in your Construction Design and Project Management career, with a drive towards chartered status with one of the professional institutions. Opportunities exist across a vast (and growing) project portfolio, where you'll get involved in all aspects of project delivery; from supporting in the sales phase to construction design management and onto installation, commissioning, integration and transition to the customer's operations and maintenance teams. This will entail working closely as a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, project managers, planners and construction specialists to deliver excellence for our customers. Throughout the graduate programme you will be supported by a dedicated mentor to build your professional development plan and pathway to professional accreditation, as well as on-going support with the hands on technical elements and help to develop your network. There will also be your cohort of graduates to call on to share experiences and develop together. Role Responsibilities You will gain exposure to a wide range of projects that could include: Support the project management, sales and commercial teams, across all design management contributions; Support design consultants competence assessment, scope development and appointment; Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to coordinate design requirements; Maintain project documentation, track design development, meeting minutes, and other relevant design records; Support reviews of existing project information packs and support clients and project teams in the identification of information and scope gaps. Assist in chairing design meetings, take minutes, and report on design progress; Identify and elevate design risks; assisting with value engineering reviews; Attend site surveys, investigations and support design and works planning; Support design deliverables production, design coordination, design comments exchange, and workflow status reviews; Support production of design management deliverables (design review trackers, risk registers, design responsibility matrix, building control trackers, etc.); Help manage design processes, ensuring drawings and specifications are ready and accessible to relevant teams; Support construction teams, asset management and information management teams; Support Planning Application processes; Attend and contribute to Build Control Authority liaison meetings, and support designers in this collaborative process; Attend and contribute to Technical Surgery consultation meetings, and support designers and contractors in this collaborative process; Attend and contribute to Client and end user meetings, and support designers and contractors in this collaborative process; Support Health & Safety, Compliance with project requirements and Building Regulations and Standards. Role Qualification and Skills Degree with classification of 2:1 or higher in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Design Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Strong understanding of technical drawings and construction principles; A logical thinker, curious & diligent; Enjoys working as part of a team at the project level, UK-wide and globally; Is self-aware, recognises the value of life long learning; Shows openness and honesty; Familiarity with CAD/BIM tools is an advantage. Please note that UK and Ireland travel will be necessary along with a valid UK driving license. Some occasional overseas travel will be required What we offer Performance related pay Opportunity to develop and progress within Vanderlande 288 Hours Holiday Aviva Medical Cover & Pension YuLife - Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers Achievers - A social recognition platform that also offers a free reward each month and discounts on everyday shopping and activities A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities for career progression Diversity & Inclusion Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age marital status or disability status. If you feel there is a barrier that potentially prevents you from applying, we are always happy to discuss or explore, any reasonable adjustments can be made to support your application.
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
Reports to: Project Delivery Lead Location: London - Heathrow Vanderlande is a market-leading global partner for future proof logistic process automation in the Airports and Distribution sectors. Our extensive portfolio of integrated solutions - innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services - results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. We focus on the optimisation of our customers' business processes and competitiveness. Through close cooperation, we strive to improve our customers' operations and the expansion of their logistical capabilities. Owned by Toyota, we are a Dutch multi-national, headquartered in Veghel, the Netherlands and with offices globally. Addressing a growing market demand and increasing project complexity, our Project Execution department is expanding its Construction Design Management capability to support project delivery, from inception to handover. Our projects deliver automated logistic process automation systems, integrated within new or existing facilities, where we manage the construction design and delivery. Whether integrated as a specialist sub-contractor with wider construction teams, or employed directly as a the project main-contractor, teams are required to manage key areas of mechanical engineering and construction design, or the full scope of project design. We are currently recruiting Design and Construction oriented graduates recently graduated or expecting to graduate in 2026 to work within our Project Execution team based at our offices near to London Heathrow Airport. Our Graduates will gain exposure to the entire lifecycle of project delivery with the opportunity to join a wide range of projects across the Airports sector. We're looking for individuals who are flexible, driven and not afraid to continue their learning experience; whilst keen to bring value to our customers and our business. In return, this programme will fast track you in your Construction Design and Project Management career, with a drive towards chartered status with one of the professional institutions. Opportunities exist across a vast (and growing) project portfolio, where you'll get involved in all aspects of project delivery; from supporting in the sales phase to construction design management and onto installation, commissioning, integration and transition to the customer's operations and maintenance teams. This will entail working closely as a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, project managers, planners and construction specialists to deliver excellence for our customers. Throughout the graduate programme you will be supported by a dedicated mentor to build your professional development plan and pathway to professional accreditation, as well as on-going support with the hands on technical elements and help to develop your network. There will also be your cohort of graduates to call on to share experiences and develop together. Role Responsibilities You will gain exposure to a wide range of projects that could include: Support the project management, sales and commercial teams, across all design management contributions; Support design consultants competence assessment, scope development and appointment; Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to coordinate design requirements; Maintain project documentation, track design development, meeting minutes, and other relevant design records; Support reviews of existing project information packs and support clients and project teams in the identification of information and scope gaps. Assist in chairing design meetings, take minutes, and report on design progress; Identify and elevate design risks; assisting with value engineering reviews; Attend site surveys, investigations and support design and works planning; Support design deliverables production, design coordination, design comments exchange, and workflow status reviews; Support production of design management deliverables (design review trackers, risk registers, design responsibility matrix, building control trackers, etc.); Help manage design processes, ensuring drawings and specifications are ready and accessible to relevant teams; Support construction teams, asset management and information management teams; Support Planning Application processes; Attend and contribute to Build Control Authority liaison meetings, and support designers in this collaborative process; Attend and contribute to Technical Surgery consultation meetings, and support designers and contractors in this collaborative process; Attend and contribute to Client and end user meetings, and support designers and contractors in this collaborative process; Support Health & Safety, Compliance with project requirements and Building Regulations and Standards. Role Qualification and Skills Degree with classification of 2:1 or higher in Architecture, Architectural Technology, Design Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical and Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Strong understanding of technical drawings and construction principles; A logical thinker, curious & diligent; Enjoys working as part of a team at the project level, UK-wide and globally; Is self-aware, recognises the value of life long learning; Shows openness and honesty; Familiarity with CAD/BIM tools is an advantage. Please note that UK and Ireland travel will be necessary along with a valid UK driving license. Some occasional overseas travel will be required What we offer Performance related pay Opportunity to develop and progress within Vanderlande 288 Hours Holiday Aviva Medical Cover & Pension YuLife - Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers Achievers - A social recognition platform that also offers a free reward each month and discounts on everyday shopping and activities A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities for career progression Diversity & Inclusion Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age marital status or disability status. If you feel there is a barrier that potentially prevents you from applying, we are always happy to discuss or explore, any reasonable adjustments can be made to support your application.
Town Planning Director Location: Milton Keynes A growing independent town planning consultancy based in Milton Keynes is seeking a commercially driven Planning Director to play a key role in expanding the business. This is a unique opportunity for a n Associate Director or Director with an existing client base or network to take on a leadership position, shape the future of a dynamic firm, and be rewarded for the business they bring. The Role As Planning Director, you will: Take a leading role in the delivery and management of planning consultancy services across a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Bring clients or active business relationships with you, helping to drive revenue growth and expand the firm's footprint across the South East, Home Counties, and beyond. Lead and mentor a growing team of planners, supporting career development and technical excellence. Oversee complex planning applications, appeals, pre-application engagement, permitted development advice, and local plan representations. Work closely with the senior leadership team to shape business strategy and explore new markets and opportunities. About You MRTPI qualified with 10+ years' experience in town planning, ideally across both public and private sectors. Proven track record of business development, with the ability to bring clients or generate work from day one. Strong understanding of UK planning policy, appeals, enforcement, and stakeholder engagement. Excellent communicator, confident in advising developers, landowners, and house builders. Entrepreneurial mindset with the drive to help grow a young, forward-thinking consultancy. What's on Offer A senior leadership position with significant influence over business direction and strategy. Competitive salary with a generous bonus structure based on work brought in and team performance. Supportive, collaborative team culture with a strong reputation for clear, honest, and commercially focused advice. Opportunity to grow your own client base within a nimble, highly regarded practice. Flexible, hybrid working arrangements from a Milton Keynes base. How to Apply If you're a planning professional ready to take the next step, lead a growing team, and bring clients into a thriving consultancy, we want to hear from you. For a confidential conversation, contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed) Reference - 64450
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
Town Planning Director Location: Milton Keynes A growing independent town planning consultancy based in Milton Keynes is seeking a commercially driven Planning Director to play a key role in expanding the business. This is a unique opportunity for a n Associate Director or Director with an existing client base or network to take on a leadership position, shape the future of a dynamic firm, and be rewarded for the business they bring. The Role As Planning Director, you will: Take a leading role in the delivery and management of planning consultancy services across a wide range of sectors, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Bring clients or active business relationships with you, helping to drive revenue growth and expand the firm's footprint across the South East, Home Counties, and beyond. Lead and mentor a growing team of planners, supporting career development and technical excellence. Oversee complex planning applications, appeals, pre-application engagement, permitted development advice, and local plan representations. Work closely with the senior leadership team to shape business strategy and explore new markets and opportunities. About You MRTPI qualified with 10+ years' experience in town planning, ideally across both public and private sectors. Proven track record of business development, with the ability to bring clients or generate work from day one. Strong understanding of UK planning policy, appeals, enforcement, and stakeholder engagement. Excellent communicator, confident in advising developers, landowners, and house builders. Entrepreneurial mindset with the drive to help grow a young, forward-thinking consultancy. What's on Offer A senior leadership position with significant influence over business direction and strategy. Competitive salary with a generous bonus structure based on work brought in and team performance. Supportive, collaborative team culture with a strong reputation for clear, honest, and commercially focused advice. Opportunity to grow your own client base within a nimble, highly regarded practice. Flexible, hybrid working arrangements from a Milton Keynes base. How to Apply If you're a planning professional ready to take the next step, lead a growing team, and bring clients into a thriving consultancy, we want to hear from you. For a confidential conversation, contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed) Reference - 64450
Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description Start here. Grow here. Joining our Infrastructure Project Management team as a Senior Project Manager, you'll be working on a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and environmental projects, including those aligned with the £88bn AMP8 investment period for Water Companies, as well as nationwide programmes with the Environment Agency focused on flood risk management, climate resilience, and environmental protection. At AECOM, we have secured positions on frameworks with several Water Companies, providing Project Management opportunities in the Southeast, Southwest, London, and Midlands. In parallel, we are delivering projects for government bodies such as the Environment Agency, offering opportunities to contribute to nationally significant environmental programmes. Our growth trajectory is strong, supported by a robust pipeline of projects. You will be joining a growing team of like minded professionals who share a passion for innovation and delivering cutting edge solutions that protect and enhance our natural and built environments. Here's what you'll do Lead the successful delivery of multi disciplinary complex projects within collaborative delivery teams Client side project management, including stakeholder, H&S, risk, quality, schedule, and contract management Ensure projects and commissions are delivered to the satisfaction of the client for quality, cost, and time Support and manage the project team ensuring appropriate resources are provided on projects, meeting the client and business requirements Actively manage subcontractors and resources remote from the core project team Develop strong relationships with clients and members of the cross functional team Support business development opportunities with existing and new clients At AECOM, we understand your career is a journey. You will be supported by your line manager with regular mentoring and training and with focused support provided for you to achieve chartered status. If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Buildings + Places page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see first hand the difference we're making in the industry! Qualifications Ready to push the limits of what's possible? Here's what we're looking for: Infrastructure project management experience (Water industry experience desirable) Experience of NEC suite of contracts, particularly the Professional Services Contract (PSC) and Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) Experience of working as part of an integrated, multi organisation, collaborative teams Excellent communication and organisational skills Highly motivated with a growing industry network Relationship building skills - ability to build strong relationships with clients, teams, and stakeholders as well as an ability to build and maintain networks of business contacts. Able to work under own initiative where appropriate working closely with the Senior Project Managers and Associates in the delivery of some of our projects. A team player with a 'can-do' attitude, outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful, and flexible Experience of working within a client organisation, either directly or through a co location/secondment arrangement. Excellent IT Skills and the ability to utilize current digital tools. Excellent numeracy, verbal and written communication skills. Education, Professional Qualifications Requirements The individuals proposed for the role will ideally demonstrate the following: Proven experience in a consulting environment providing a full spectrum of PM services including chairing meetings, minuting or proactively engaging in discussions, developing the PEP, progress reports, and tender documentation. General post contract management and administration, proactively engaging with relevant stakeholders, being aware of the scope of service and ensuring we deliver within the agreed parameters. A relevant degree such as in project management, engineering, environmental science, construction, or relevant subject. Alternatively, relevant experience in industry would be considered acceptable for exceptional candidates. Demonstrable experience and knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contract management A project management qualification such as APMQ or PRINCE2 would be desirable. An associate member of a related professional body preferably chartered (MRICS, APM, or CIOB) would be desirable. You may be required to undertake and successfully complete security screening checks. Additional Information Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more! For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn. About AECOM AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public and private sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description Start here. Grow here. Joining our Infrastructure Project Management team as a Senior Project Manager, you'll be working on a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and environmental projects, including those aligned with the £88bn AMP8 investment period for Water Companies, as well as nationwide programmes with the Environment Agency focused on flood risk management, climate resilience, and environmental protection. At AECOM, we have secured positions on frameworks with several Water Companies, providing Project Management opportunities in the Southeast, Southwest, London, and Midlands. In parallel, we are delivering projects for government bodies such as the Environment Agency, offering opportunities to contribute to nationally significant environmental programmes. Our growth trajectory is strong, supported by a robust pipeline of projects. You will be joining a growing team of like minded professionals who share a passion for innovation and delivering cutting edge solutions that protect and enhance our natural and built environments. Here's what you'll do Lead the successful delivery of multi disciplinary complex projects within collaborative delivery teams Client side project management, including stakeholder, H&S, risk, quality, schedule, and contract management Ensure projects and commissions are delivered to the satisfaction of the client for quality, cost, and time Support and manage the project team ensuring appropriate resources are provided on projects, meeting the client and business requirements Actively manage subcontractors and resources remote from the core project team Develop strong relationships with clients and members of the cross functional team Support business development opportunities with existing and new clients At AECOM, we understand your career is a journey. You will be supported by your line manager with regular mentoring and training and with focused support provided for you to achieve chartered status. If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Buildings + Places page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see first hand the difference we're making in the industry! Qualifications Ready to push the limits of what's possible? Here's what we're looking for: Infrastructure project management experience (Water industry experience desirable) Experience of NEC suite of contracts, particularly the Professional Services Contract (PSC) and Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) Experience of working as part of an integrated, multi organisation, collaborative teams Excellent communication and organisational skills Highly motivated with a growing industry network Relationship building skills - ability to build strong relationships with clients, teams, and stakeholders as well as an ability to build and maintain networks of business contacts. Able to work under own initiative where appropriate working closely with the Senior Project Managers and Associates in the delivery of some of our projects. A team player with a 'can-do' attitude, outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful, and flexible Experience of working within a client organisation, either directly or through a co location/secondment arrangement. Excellent IT Skills and the ability to utilize current digital tools. Excellent numeracy, verbal and written communication skills. Education, Professional Qualifications Requirements The individuals proposed for the role will ideally demonstrate the following: Proven experience in a consulting environment providing a full spectrum of PM services including chairing meetings, minuting or proactively engaging in discussions, developing the PEP, progress reports, and tender documentation. General post contract management and administration, proactively engaging with relevant stakeholders, being aware of the scope of service and ensuring we deliver within the agreed parameters. A relevant degree such as in project management, engineering, environmental science, construction, or relevant subject. Alternatively, relevant experience in industry would be considered acceptable for exceptional candidates. Demonstrable experience and knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contract management A project management qualification such as APMQ or PRINCE2 would be desirable. An associate member of a related professional body preferably chartered (MRICS, APM, or CIOB) would be desirable. You may be required to undertake and successfully complete security screening checks. Additional Information Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more! For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn. About AECOM AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public and private sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Associate Planning Director Location: London & Kent (Hybrid - 3 days office-based) Salary: Competitive + Benefits (Pension, Holiday, Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme, Healthcare) Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Carrington West are delighted to be working exclusively with a respected private consultancy with offices in both London and Kent, who are seeking an Associate Planning Director to join and lead their growing planning team. About the Role: This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded planning professional to step into a strategic role, overseeing a dynamic team of 7 planners. You'll be responsible for managing a wide range of planning projects, with a particular focus on appeals and applications and for mentoring junior members of the team to develop their capabilities. You will play a key role in shaping the future of the planning function and growing the business, with scope to bring existing clients and develop new relationships. What We're Looking For: A strong private sector background with 15+ years' experience in town planning. Proven expertise in handling complex planning applications and appeals. Experience in managing or mentoring junior planners in a collaborative team setting. Commercial acumen with the ability to contribute to business development - ideally with a network of clients you can bring with you. Comfortable leading a young and ambitious team, and keen to grow and shape it further. MRTPI membership is advantageous, though not essential. The Offer: Flexible working arrangements: 3 days a week in the office. A strong benefits package including: oPension scheme oGenerous holiday entitlement oSalary sacrifice car scheme oPrivate healthcare Interview Process: Flexible and relaxed - the client is happy to arrange either Teams interviews or face-to-face meetings, and are open to informal chats initially. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed). 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: 61569
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
Associate Planning Director Location: London & Kent (Hybrid - 3 days office-based) Salary: Competitive + Benefits (Pension, Holiday, Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme, Healthcare) Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Carrington West are delighted to be working exclusively with a respected private consultancy with offices in both London and Kent, who are seeking an Associate Planning Director to join and lead their growing planning team. About the Role: This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced and commercially minded planning professional to step into a strategic role, overseeing a dynamic team of 7 planners. You'll be responsible for managing a wide range of planning projects, with a particular focus on appeals and applications and for mentoring junior members of the team to develop their capabilities. You will play a key role in shaping the future of the planning function and growing the business, with scope to bring existing clients and develop new relationships. What We're Looking For: A strong private sector background with 15+ years' experience in town planning. Proven expertise in handling complex planning applications and appeals. Experience in managing or mentoring junior planners in a collaborative team setting. Commercial acumen with the ability to contribute to business development - ideally with a network of clients you can bring with you. Comfortable leading a young and ambitious team, and keen to grow and shape it further. MRTPI membership is advantageous, though not essential. The Offer: Flexible working arrangements: 3 days a week in the office. A strong benefits package including: oPension scheme oGenerous holiday entitlement oSalary sacrifice car scheme oPrivate healthcare Interview Process: Flexible and relaxed - the client is happy to arrange either Teams interviews or face-to-face meetings, and are open to informal chats initially. To avoid missing out please apply today with a copy of your CV then call Tullula Farrell on (phone number removed). 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: 61569
We're looking for an Assistant National Consultant to join our national Planning & Major Infrastructure team to provide planning support and assist with training to national and regional colleagues alongside a Senior National Consultant. You'll also support our engagement with and responses to planning legislation, policy and guidance reform across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. What it's like to work here Working as part of a small national Planning & Major Infrastructure team you'll join a tight-knit and collaborative group of planners and other professionals who work across all 3 nations and support the Trust's engagement with the various aspects of the planning system. Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon, however there will be an opportunity to explore and agree hybrid working arrangements which strike the right balance for you and the Trust. The role will involve travel to key office hubs and properties to meet with stakeholders and to carry out work. What you'll be doing Reporting to a Senior National Consultant in the Planning & Major Infrastructure team you'll support with responding to a range of planning related legislation, policy and guidance changes, building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and colleagues to enable the development of robust and well-reasoned responses. You'll help with identifying, devising and organising training for the Planning & Major Infrastructure team and others in the organisation. You'll contribute to ensuring internal guidance and procedures are up to date, as well as capturing case studies and good practice. You'll play a key role in supporting the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the central Planning and Major Infrastructure team through project co-ordination and support. Who we're looking for Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: A planner with an accredited RTPI degree or working towards Chartered RTPI membership with an interest in planning, landscape and heritage. Demonstrable experience of the planning system and how it functions at both local and national levels. Ability to build collaborative relationships with excellent organisational skills and sound time management capability. Good knowledge and understanding of legislative and policy background to planning and experience of preparing positions and responses to planning issues. Ability to interpret and respond to internal and external research, evidence and analysis. Additional criteria for all other applicants: Demonstrable knowledge of sustainable development, urban, rural and environmental issues, climate change matters and the planning system. Basic influencing, negotiating and communication skills, including external advocacy and networking. Ability to analyse, interpret and resolve spatial planning issues and to develop, report and where appropriate implement solutions. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
We're looking for an Assistant National Consultant to join our national Planning & Major Infrastructure team to provide planning support and assist with training to national and regional colleagues alongside a Senior National Consultant. You'll also support our engagement with and responses to planning legislation, policy and guidance reform across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. What it's like to work here Working as part of a small national Planning & Major Infrastructure team you'll join a tight-knit and collaborative group of planners and other professionals who work across all 3 nations and support the Trust's engagement with the various aspects of the planning system. Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon, however there will be an opportunity to explore and agree hybrid working arrangements which strike the right balance for you and the Trust. The role will involve travel to key office hubs and properties to meet with stakeholders and to carry out work. What you'll be doing Reporting to a Senior National Consultant in the Planning & Major Infrastructure team you'll support with responding to a range of planning related legislation, policy and guidance changes, building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and colleagues to enable the development of robust and well-reasoned responses. You'll help with identifying, devising and organising training for the Planning & Major Infrastructure team and others in the organisation. You'll contribute to ensuring internal guidance and procedures are up to date, as well as capturing case studies and good practice. You'll play a key role in supporting the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the central Planning and Major Infrastructure team through project co-ordination and support. Who we're looking for Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: A planner with an accredited RTPI degree or working towards Chartered RTPI membership with an interest in planning, landscape and heritage. Demonstrable experience of the planning system and how it functions at both local and national levels. Ability to build collaborative relationships with excellent organisational skills and sound time management capability. Good knowledge and understanding of legislative and policy background to planning and experience of preparing positions and responses to planning issues. Ability to interpret and respond to internal and external research, evidence and analysis. Additional criteria for all other applicants: Demonstrable knowledge of sustainable development, urban, rural and environmental issues, climate change matters and the planning system. Basic influencing, negotiating and communication skills, including external advocacy and networking. Ability to analyse, interpret and resolve spatial planning issues and to develop, report and where appropriate implement solutions. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
At the National Trust we care for places of historic interest and natural beauty for everyone, for ever. We provide access to more land in Northern Ireland, England and Wales than any other private landowner. We understand the importance of influencing the planning system at local, regional and national levels in accordance with our statutory purpose, in order to safeguard our special places, whilst also regarding conservation as the careful management of change. Effective planning and land management is at the heart of everything we do. Our properties are under increasing pressure from competing land uses, and we have an important role to play in promoting an integrated approach to sustainable development. What it's like to work here As part of the wider National Trust Specialist Delivery team and as one of a multi-disciplinary team of experts, including curators, building surveyors and project managers, you'll be working collaboratively with others to support delivery of our strategic priorities. We want to build on our existing work to bring benefit to more people in ways that are meaningful and relevant through working in partnership for shared outcomes. This role covers Northern Ireland, and so your contractual place of work will be the regional hub office at Rowallane Garden, Saintfield, County Down. Our hybrid working policy means you can balance office and home working with site visits and meetings at and beyond National Trust places. We'll talk about this in more detail at interview, but you should expect to be at a National Trust site for 40-60% of your working week. What you'll be doing Acting as the lead on all planning matters across Northern Ireland, you'll provide expert advice on everything from local spatial planning, development management and land management, as well as policy-related work. You will be able to tackle a wide range of planning challenges facing our places, from influencing major external infrastructure and third-party development projects to the sensitive development of our own sites to sustain their future. With your proven experience colleagues will look to you for in-depth, up-to-the-minute advice and guidance. Like everyone here, you'll relish the challenge of helping more and more people to enjoy our special places and spaces, and to safeguard them for everyone, for ever. Who we're looking for Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: Significant practical knowledge of the Northern Ireland Planning Act, SPPS and regional planning context An experienced planner (either urban or rural planning) with broader knowledge and experience across at least one of the following areas: major infrastructure, transport planning, policy development, environmental issues, landscape or heritage. Adept at analysing, resolving and preparing positions or advice on planning issues and able to influence positive outcomes across decision-making and policy creation. Understanding of what's happening in the wider world of land use and planning, including relevant legislation. Additional criteria for all other applicants: A chartered Town Planner (or with eligibility for full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute) A flexible thinker and problem-solver, skilled at negotiating and building productive networks, and confident in using your expertise to influence decisions Ability to bring strategic oversight; to horizon scan and identify risks and opportunities A skilled communicator, who can build strong relationships within diverse teams, both internally and externally, translating complex matters to diverse audiences. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
At the National Trust we care for places of historic interest and natural beauty for everyone, for ever. We provide access to more land in Northern Ireland, England and Wales than any other private landowner. We understand the importance of influencing the planning system at local, regional and national levels in accordance with our statutory purpose, in order to safeguard our special places, whilst also regarding conservation as the careful management of change. Effective planning and land management is at the heart of everything we do. Our properties are under increasing pressure from competing land uses, and we have an important role to play in promoting an integrated approach to sustainable development. What it's like to work here As part of the wider National Trust Specialist Delivery team and as one of a multi-disciplinary team of experts, including curators, building surveyors and project managers, you'll be working collaboratively with others to support delivery of our strategic priorities. We want to build on our existing work to bring benefit to more people in ways that are meaningful and relevant through working in partnership for shared outcomes. This role covers Northern Ireland, and so your contractual place of work will be the regional hub office at Rowallane Garden, Saintfield, County Down. Our hybrid working policy means you can balance office and home working with site visits and meetings at and beyond National Trust places. We'll talk about this in more detail at interview, but you should expect to be at a National Trust site for 40-60% of your working week. What you'll be doing Acting as the lead on all planning matters across Northern Ireland, you'll provide expert advice on everything from local spatial planning, development management and land management, as well as policy-related work. You will be able to tackle a wide range of planning challenges facing our places, from influencing major external infrastructure and third-party development projects to the sensitive development of our own sites to sustain their future. With your proven experience colleagues will look to you for in-depth, up-to-the-minute advice and guidance. Like everyone here, you'll relish the challenge of helping more and more people to enjoy our special places and spaces, and to safeguard them for everyone, for ever. Who we're looking for Applications from redeployees are assessed against the minimum criteria for the role. In your application, please provide details of how you meet the minimum criteria below: Significant practical knowledge of the Northern Ireland Planning Act, SPPS and regional planning context An experienced planner (either urban or rural planning) with broader knowledge and experience across at least one of the following areas: major infrastructure, transport planning, policy development, environmental issues, landscape or heritage. Adept at analysing, resolving and preparing positions or advice on planning issues and able to influence positive outcomes across decision-making and policy creation. Understanding of what's happening in the wider world of land use and planning, including relevant legislation. Additional criteria for all other applicants: A chartered Town Planner (or with eligibility for full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute) A flexible thinker and problem-solver, skilled at negotiating and building productive networks, and confident in using your expertise to influence decisions Ability to bring strategic oversight; to horizon scan and identify risks and opportunities A skilled communicator, who can build strong relationships within diverse teams, both internally and externally, translating complex matters to diverse audiences. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) Rental deposit loan scheme Season ticket loan EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. Flexible working whenever possible Employee assistance programme Free parking at most Trust places
Overview TCSUK is a growing entity after the acquisition by TotalEnergies: the network is growing and the team to deliver that network growth is also growing (x2 over the last 2 years). It is expected that the network will expand outside the M25 and that the number of contractors to deliver the service will also grow. Due to the focus on HSSE in TE, a step change was initiated. More controls and management of safety is required as the company is changing at fast pace to ensure all know the safe ways and are respecting the safe rules, both internally and externally. The incumbent will be expected to: Ensure all the internal and external TCSUK processes are delivered safely. Work with all TCSUK to win hearts and minds to ensure everyone works towards a safe and productive environment. The incumbent will ensure the continued development and improvement of Health, Safety, Security, Environmental & the Quality behaviours and delivery in line with the TCSUK strategy. Deliver a pan business team alignment whilst securing a consistent approach with TEMUK business and compliance with legislation and group requirements. Area of responsibility is 40+ TCSUK people safety in their day to day. The role encompass working on site with our contractors and our team. Responsibilities Ensure all TCSUK team members understand their duties stemming HSE regulations and TotalEnergies rules, with a focus point on team leads and contractors. Manage the HSE management system transition to TotalEnergies standards and produce all analyses and documents To develop and Manage HSE systems to ensure continued certification to relevant standards including 45001, 14001, 9001 and any other business-relevant standards or certifications Oversee HSE-related audits (Company and external) • Organize yearly UK internal audit planner • Actively promote an HSEQ culture within the team Review, maintain, and develop existing documentation and create new appropriate documents to address the gaps identified with TotalEnergies Standards or new piece of regulation impacting the business. Lead incident investigations and deliver recommendations that are rolled out to the people at risk. Extract and share learning for the full organisation Ensure emergency preparedness and coordinate and manage effective drills against identified scenarios • Ensure all teams contribute to site audit/visits Encourage the team to report and analyse near misses. • Deliver the monthly safety committee and monthly reporting of global KPIs TCSUK focal point for the delivery of TCSUK Safety day. • Manage relevant budgets assigned to the positions and ensure continual review of effective and efficient budget control, with a focus on driving down departmental and business cost. Participate in industry bodies to develop best practice guidance and introduce these into the business of Total Energies and provide value added support to all of our customers as and when appropriate. Contractors: Assist Procurement with the evaluation and selection of suppliers Identify risks and weaknesses in the selected supplier panel and work a plan of improvement Perform field visits/audits to ensure appropriation and toll out of HSE rules by contractors Take part in business reviews with Suppliers and feedback on HSE performance Qualifications 2 years experience deploying Safety role with front end workers Membership of IOSH -Tech level and passed NEBOSH general Certificate Communicate confidently and articulate action plans clearly
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
Overview TCSUK is a growing entity after the acquisition by TotalEnergies: the network is growing and the team to deliver that network growth is also growing (x2 over the last 2 years). It is expected that the network will expand outside the M25 and that the number of contractors to deliver the service will also grow. Due to the focus on HSSE in TE, a step change was initiated. More controls and management of safety is required as the company is changing at fast pace to ensure all know the safe ways and are respecting the safe rules, both internally and externally. The incumbent will be expected to: Ensure all the internal and external TCSUK processes are delivered safely. Work with all TCSUK to win hearts and minds to ensure everyone works towards a safe and productive environment. The incumbent will ensure the continued development and improvement of Health, Safety, Security, Environmental & the Quality behaviours and delivery in line with the TCSUK strategy. Deliver a pan business team alignment whilst securing a consistent approach with TEMUK business and compliance with legislation and group requirements. Area of responsibility is 40+ TCSUK people safety in their day to day. The role encompass working on site with our contractors and our team. Responsibilities Ensure all TCSUK team members understand their duties stemming HSE regulations and TotalEnergies rules, with a focus point on team leads and contractors. Manage the HSE management system transition to TotalEnergies standards and produce all analyses and documents To develop and Manage HSE systems to ensure continued certification to relevant standards including 45001, 14001, 9001 and any other business-relevant standards or certifications Oversee HSE-related audits (Company and external) • Organize yearly UK internal audit planner • Actively promote an HSEQ culture within the team Review, maintain, and develop existing documentation and create new appropriate documents to address the gaps identified with TotalEnergies Standards or new piece of regulation impacting the business. Lead incident investigations and deliver recommendations that are rolled out to the people at risk. Extract and share learning for the full organisation Ensure emergency preparedness and coordinate and manage effective drills against identified scenarios • Ensure all teams contribute to site audit/visits Encourage the team to report and analyse near misses. • Deliver the monthly safety committee and monthly reporting of global KPIs TCSUK focal point for the delivery of TCSUK Safety day. • Manage relevant budgets assigned to the positions and ensure continual review of effective and efficient budget control, with a focus on driving down departmental and business cost. Participate in industry bodies to develop best practice guidance and introduce these into the business of Total Energies and provide value added support to all of our customers as and when appropriate. Contractors: Assist Procurement with the evaluation and selection of suppliers Identify risks and weaknesses in the selected supplier panel and work a plan of improvement Perform field visits/audits to ensure appropriation and toll out of HSE rules by contractors Take part in business reviews with Suppliers and feedback on HSE performance Qualifications 2 years experience deploying Safety role with front end workers Membership of IOSH -Tech level and passed NEBOSH general Certificate Communicate confidently and articulate action plans clearly
Bridgend County Borough Council
Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan
37 hours per week Do you want a role where no two days are the same, and where your work directly influences how development happens on the ground? An opportunity has arisen for an Officer to join the Highways Development Control team at Bridgend County Borough Council, within the Planning and Development Services Group. The team works at the heart of the planning process, advising on the transport and highway implications of development across the borough, from smaller schemes through to more complex and high-profile proposals. The role involves assessing planning applications with highway and transport implications, reviewing technical information such as transport assessments, undertaking site visits, and helping to shape clear, practical and proportionate highway responses. You will work closely with planners, developers, consultants and engineers, gaining exposure to how transport considerations are balanced alongside planning, design and place-making. You will be expected to bring a sound understanding of highways or transport-related issues, and an appreciation of how development impacts on the highway network. Familiarity with transport assessment principles and tools commonly used in development planning will be beneficial, but this role is equally about judgement, communication and problem-solving. You will manage an appropriate caseload with support from more experienced colleagues, building confidence and capability as your experience develops. This role would suit someone with experience or exposure in highways, transport or planning who is looking to work in a varied, applied role that sits at the crossroads of policy, engineering and real-world development. For an informal discussion about the role please contact: Leigh Tuck Strategic Transport and Highways Development Control Team Leader Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 25 February 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
37 hours per week Do you want a role where no two days are the same, and where your work directly influences how development happens on the ground? An opportunity has arisen for an Officer to join the Highways Development Control team at Bridgend County Borough Council, within the Planning and Development Services Group. The team works at the heart of the planning process, advising on the transport and highway implications of development across the borough, from smaller schemes through to more complex and high-profile proposals. The role involves assessing planning applications with highway and transport implications, reviewing technical information such as transport assessments, undertaking site visits, and helping to shape clear, practical and proportionate highway responses. You will work closely with planners, developers, consultants and engineers, gaining exposure to how transport considerations are balanced alongside planning, design and place-making. You will be expected to bring a sound understanding of highways or transport-related issues, and an appreciation of how development impacts on the highway network. Familiarity with transport assessment principles and tools commonly used in development planning will be beneficial, but this role is equally about judgement, communication and problem-solving. You will manage an appropriate caseload with support from more experienced colleagues, building confidence and capability as your experience develops. This role would suit someone with experience or exposure in highways, transport or planning who is looking to work in a varied, applied role that sits at the crossroads of policy, engineering and real-world development. For an informal discussion about the role please contact: Leigh Tuck Strategic Transport and Highways Development Control Team Leader Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees. The council's Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post. This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office. Closing Date: 25 February 2026 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification
Anonymised Application - in keeping with Camden's commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. About Camden London Borough of Camden is building somewhere everyone can thrive. We're ambitious for our borough and committed to tackling the climate emergency, improving air quality and creating safer, healthier streets for everyone. Our Safe and Healthy Streets team at Camden is at the forefront of Healthy Streets based project delivery and in the recent Healthy Streets Scorecard Camden was the fourth placed borough overall. An overview of the schemes that the Healthy Streets team Camden have delivered in 2025 is available here . About the role As a Senior Transport Planner, you will play a key role in delivering the ambitious goals of the Camden Transport Strategy by project managing the development and implementation of multiple small to medium-sized Healthy Routes projects across Camden, as part of the Council's Healthy Streets programme. Healthy Routes schemes include strategic cycle and bus corridors, upgrades to the Borough's primary and secondary cycle route network (including segregated cycle infrastructure on main roads), alongside pedestrian, cycling, road safety and public realm improvements on key high streets and residential streets. The role also includes supporting the delivery of bus priority measures, such as new and improved bus lanes and corridors. You will be responsible for taking projects from feasibility through to delivery, including community engagement, consultation, report writing, decision-making and monitoring. You will also support Principal officers with high-quality programme and project management input on larger and more complex schemes. For examples of some of the types of schemes you could be working in this role, please see the following schemes Camden is currently engaging, consulting or constructing: Upper Woburn Place bus priority - Status: Consultation complete Haverstock Hill - Status: Under construction Shaftesbury Avenue - Status: Near construction Camden Town area bus priority - Status: Near completion Cross Camden Cycleway - Status: Feasibility In this role, you will work closely with colleagues across the Council, such as Planning, Place and Design, Greenspaces, Regeneration, Sustainability and Inclusive Economy, as well as Transport for London, the Greater London Authority and local communities, helping to deliver projects that support wider objectives such as tackling the climate emergency, improving air quality and creating vibrant public spaces. About You To be successful in securing this role you will have strong experience of successful project/programme management and delivery of Healthy Streets projects, including leading or contributing to elements of complex cycle and bus schemes. You will also have a strong understanding and experience of the policy and statutory framework within which Healthy Streets, transport planning and related activities. You will be a proactive and forward-thinking experienced project manager, capable of successfully managing initiatives, often overlapping with one another, both on time and to budget. You will be able to demonstrate effective partnership working and the ability to develop strong stakeholder relations, including liaising with all relevant external organisations such as Transport for London, Greater London Authority, developers, other boroughs and external funders. To ensure success in this role, you will need to have a strong understanding and appreciation of issues specifically around streetscape design, accessibility, and sustainability. You will be able to help prepare and write high-quality papers and reports for Council Committees, public meetings, and other bodies such as public inquiries, supporting senior officers as required. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively help support and oversee the work of more junior members of a team and consultants. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Knowledge of the policy and statutory framework - locally, regionally and nationally - within which the Healthy Streets, transport planning and related activities operate Skill and experience in project management - you will be capable of delivering Healthy Streets transport infrastructure projects on time and to budget Experience and understanding of Healthy Streets and strategic transport planning projects, including some experience of working in a team on projects of significant size, value and complexity Appreciation of key streetscape design issues and challenges, including accessibility and sustainability Good partnership working skills, and the ability to develop effective stakeholder relations on transport matters, including liaising and negotiating with relevant external organisations Capacity to communicate clearly and sensitively as part of community engagement activities and with elected members, and understanding of inclusive community engagement Ability to effectively help support and oversee the workload of more junior members of a team and/or consultants, and an understanding of how consultants in the industry operate Strong analytical and report writing skills Good presenting skills Demonstrates initiative and a proactive, forward-thinking approach to carrying out work Good political awareness and sensitivity Good level of inter-personal skills Understanding of corporate policies and strategies Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in Transport Planning/Project Management To view the Job Profile, please click HERE To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting . What We Offer At Camden, you'll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know that a work life balance is extremely important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pension scheme. Visit for more details. Inclusion and Belonging At Camden, we want every colleague to feel they belong and can thrive. We welcome applications from all parts of our community, and particularly encourage people from Black, Asian and Other Ethnic Heritage communities, LGBTQ+ people, disabled and neurodiverse people, survivors of domestic abuse, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds or with care experience. We know that different voices and perspectives make us stronger, and we are committed to providing the support, adjustments and flexibility people need to succeed. Click here for more information on our commitment. Asking for Adjustments At Camden, we are committed to making our recruitment process barrier-free and accessible for everyone. If you need us to do something differently during the application, interview or assessment process, just let us know and we will support you. This could include providing information in an alternative format, extra time in assessments, or adjustments for disabled, neurodiverse or long-term health conditions. Please contact us on , at or by post to 5 Pancras Square, London, N1C 4AG. We'll work with you to make sure the process works for you. To find out more and apply, please visit our website using the button provided.
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
Anonymised Application - in keeping with Camden's commitment to inclusion the recruitment to this role is anonymised and supports the objective of reducing the impact of unconscious bias. About Camden London Borough of Camden is building somewhere everyone can thrive. We're ambitious for our borough and committed to tackling the climate emergency, improving air quality and creating safer, healthier streets for everyone. Our Safe and Healthy Streets team at Camden is at the forefront of Healthy Streets based project delivery and in the recent Healthy Streets Scorecard Camden was the fourth placed borough overall. An overview of the schemes that the Healthy Streets team Camden have delivered in 2025 is available here . About the role As a Senior Transport Planner, you will play a key role in delivering the ambitious goals of the Camden Transport Strategy by project managing the development and implementation of multiple small to medium-sized Healthy Routes projects across Camden, as part of the Council's Healthy Streets programme. Healthy Routes schemes include strategic cycle and bus corridors, upgrades to the Borough's primary and secondary cycle route network (including segregated cycle infrastructure on main roads), alongside pedestrian, cycling, road safety and public realm improvements on key high streets and residential streets. The role also includes supporting the delivery of bus priority measures, such as new and improved bus lanes and corridors. You will be responsible for taking projects from feasibility through to delivery, including community engagement, consultation, report writing, decision-making and monitoring. You will also support Principal officers with high-quality programme and project management input on larger and more complex schemes. For examples of some of the types of schemes you could be working in this role, please see the following schemes Camden is currently engaging, consulting or constructing: Upper Woburn Place bus priority - Status: Consultation complete Haverstock Hill - Status: Under construction Shaftesbury Avenue - Status: Near construction Camden Town area bus priority - Status: Near completion Cross Camden Cycleway - Status: Feasibility In this role, you will work closely with colleagues across the Council, such as Planning, Place and Design, Greenspaces, Regeneration, Sustainability and Inclusive Economy, as well as Transport for London, the Greater London Authority and local communities, helping to deliver projects that support wider objectives such as tackling the climate emergency, improving air quality and creating vibrant public spaces. About You To be successful in securing this role you will have strong experience of successful project/programme management and delivery of Healthy Streets projects, including leading or contributing to elements of complex cycle and bus schemes. You will also have a strong understanding and experience of the policy and statutory framework within which Healthy Streets, transport planning and related activities. You will be a proactive and forward-thinking experienced project manager, capable of successfully managing initiatives, often overlapping with one another, both on time and to budget. You will be able to demonstrate effective partnership working and the ability to develop strong stakeholder relations, including liaising with all relevant external organisations such as Transport for London, Greater London Authority, developers, other boroughs and external funders. To ensure success in this role, you will need to have a strong understanding and appreciation of issues specifically around streetscape design, accessibility, and sustainability. You will be able to help prepare and write high-quality papers and reports for Council Committees, public meetings, and other bodies such as public inquiries, supporting senior officers as required. You will be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively help support and oversee the work of more junior members of a team and consultants. Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Knowledge of the policy and statutory framework - locally, regionally and nationally - within which the Healthy Streets, transport planning and related activities operate Skill and experience in project management - you will be capable of delivering Healthy Streets transport infrastructure projects on time and to budget Experience and understanding of Healthy Streets and strategic transport planning projects, including some experience of working in a team on projects of significant size, value and complexity Appreciation of key streetscape design issues and challenges, including accessibility and sustainability Good partnership working skills, and the ability to develop effective stakeholder relations on transport matters, including liaising and negotiating with relevant external organisations Capacity to communicate clearly and sensitively as part of community engagement activities and with elected members, and understanding of inclusive community engagement Ability to effectively help support and oversee the workload of more junior members of a team and/or consultants, and an understanding of how consultants in the industry operate Strong analytical and report writing skills Good presenting skills Demonstrates initiative and a proactive, forward-thinking approach to carrying out work Good political awareness and sensitivity Good level of inter-personal skills Understanding of corporate policies and strategies Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in Transport Planning/Project Management To view the Job Profile, please click HERE To find out more about what it is like to work at Camden, meet some of our People by visiting . What We Offer At Camden, you'll receive a host of benefits. From flexible working to 27 days annual leave (+ bank holidays!). We also know that a work life balance is extremely important so we also offer family leave, loan schemes and access to our incredible staff networks. We also have an incredible pension scheme. Visit for more details. Inclusion and Belonging At Camden, we want every colleague to feel they belong and can thrive. We welcome applications from all parts of our community, and particularly encourage people from Black, Asian and Other Ethnic Heritage communities, LGBTQ+ people, disabled and neurodiverse people, survivors of domestic abuse, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds or with care experience. We know that different voices and perspectives make us stronger, and we are committed to providing the support, adjustments and flexibility people need to succeed. Click here for more information on our commitment. 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Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Bedfordshire Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an award-winning planning, development and ecology consultancy in their search for a Graduate Consultant to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated graduate to begin their career within the planning and development industry, working on a diverse portfolio of residential projects ranging from large-scale national housebuilder schemes to bespoke domestic developments. The Role The successful candidate will join a small, friendly consultancy where career progression is strongly encouraged. The graduate programme is designed to provide broad exposure to the industry, with rotations across planning, land and consultancy services to help you identify your areas of interest and develop core technical and commercial skills. Key Responsibilities Planning Team: Assisting with planning applications, pre-application submissions and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and policy reviews Monitoring applications and liaising with local authorities Supporting public consultations and stakeholder meetings Research and analysis for local plan and policy work Land Team: Undertaking strategic site searches and identifying development opportunities Supporting land disposal and acquisition processes Preparing sales prospectuses and reviewing offers Gathering market intelligence and undertaking development appraisals Networking with landowners, developers and agents General Duties: Supporting administrative consultancy tasks such as enquiries, invoicing and time recording Attending site visits, client meetings and planning committees Maintaining project files and databases Working towards professional qualifications and ongoing training Candidate Requirements A degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Design, Real Estate, or a related discipline Strong communication and organisational skills Commercial awareness and an interest in the development industry A proactive and detail-oriented approach A full UK driving licence is advantageous Why Apply? Exposure to a wide range of projects and clients Structured graduate training programme with tailored development Support towards professional accreditation Friendly, sociable team environment with genuine progression opportunities 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)
Feb 10, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Assistant Town Planner Location: Bedfordshire Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an award-winning planning, development and ecology consultancy in their search for a Graduate Consultant to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated graduate to begin their career within the planning and development industry, working on a diverse portfolio of residential projects ranging from large-scale national housebuilder schemes to bespoke domestic developments. The Role The successful candidate will join a small, friendly consultancy where career progression is strongly encouraged. The graduate programme is designed to provide broad exposure to the industry, with rotations across planning, land and consultancy services to help you identify your areas of interest and develop core technical and commercial skills. Key Responsibilities Planning Team: Assisting with planning applications, pre-application submissions and appeals Undertaking site appraisals and policy reviews Monitoring applications and liaising with local authorities Supporting public consultations and stakeholder meetings Research and analysis for local plan and policy work Land Team: Undertaking strategic site searches and identifying development opportunities Supporting land disposal and acquisition processes Preparing sales prospectuses and reviewing offers Gathering market intelligence and undertaking development appraisals Networking with landowners, developers and agents General Duties: Supporting administrative consultancy tasks such as enquiries, invoicing and time recording Attending site visits, client meetings and planning committees Maintaining project files and databases Working towards professional qualifications and ongoing training Candidate Requirements A degree in Planning, Geography, Urban Design, Real Estate, or a related discipline Strong communication and organisational skills Commercial awareness and an interest in the development industry A proactive and detail-oriented approach A full UK driving licence is advantageous Why Apply? Exposure to a wide range of projects and clients Structured graduate training programme with tailored development Support towards professional accreditation Friendly, sociable team environment with genuine progression opportunities 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)
