Job summary

Our client is currently seeking Infrastructure Planners with 5+ years experience to join their growing team in Newcastle. This role offers a flexible, hybrid work environment, contributing to major infrastructure projects across the UK.

Key skills required for this role

Minimum RTPI qualified

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Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the planning team on a diverse range of infrastructure projects
• Preparing consent applications and taking responsibility for specific aspects of projects such as drafting reports and meeting with clients or stakeholders
• Leading smaller projects to ensure delivery according to client objectives and timelines
• Collaborating with engineers, environmental teams, and communication specialists to guide the planning consenting process from feasibility to implementation
• Applying expert knowledge in various consenting regimes including Development Consent Orders, Transport and Works Act, Town and Country Planning Act, and the Electricity Act

Job Requirements:

• Degree and/or master's in Town Planning and membership with the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI)
• Strong knowledge of relevant planning legislation and policy
• Experience producing outputs to support infrastructure consenting or planning policy
• Proven ability to develop working relationships with town planners and other disciplines both internally and externally
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex issues concisely, write reports, present effectively, and manage client relationships
• Proven project management skills with a successful record in project planning and delivery
• Commercial and financial management experience for profitable project management
• Experience in business development, including successful bidding for new work

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance, and Income protection cover
• Flexible benefits to support health, wellbeing, and individual needs
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Chance to work on ambitious projects that deliver remarkable outcomes
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

If you are a talented Town Planner with a passion for infrastructure and a desire to drive significant projects, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Newcastle and make a meaningful impact in the HTP sector.