The Role As an experienced charted town planner, you know that no two days are the same, and the same can be said for our projects. We work on a range of projects, such as major, high profile planning applications, acting as planning lead for large scale regeneration schemes and any number or type of development and infrastructure proposals, where there are complex multi-disciplined issues to overcome. In your role, you would principally work on TCPA projects but experience also of DCO/TWAO schemes would be an advantage. Alongside the Senior Director in our planning team, you will be responsible for work winning, with an active say in the direction of the business, leading projects; liaising with clients, local authorities, consultants and key stakeholders to proactively move projects forward. Developing strong professional networking relationships with those in the development industry and identify opportunities for business development, you will also need to support junior members of staff; work collaboratively in teams to support bids and tenders; and directing advice to our Clients. About Us We are one of the UK's leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability. With a team comprising forward thinking, multi disciplined technical specialists we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes. Our reputation over the last 25 years is built on the bespoke, personable and professional service we offer our clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do. As we embark on the next stage of our phenomenal success story, we are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Town Planner to join us on this journey and in particular, help deliver major housing, mixed use, infrastructure and regeneration schemes. The candidate You will be enthusiastic and confident in offering well informed and accurate advice when it matters and be enthused at the prospect of shaping the business. Being involved and influential within design teams, from project inception through to delivery, you will obviously be expected to have an excellent understanding of the vagaries of the planning system and be flexible about the sorts of projects and Clients that you work for. You will engage with other technical specialists in our multi-disciplined teams and identify opportunities for cross selling our services, networking and business development as well as maintaining and promoting our professional reputation. We deliver our projects through Hybrid working, with the team working from the London office, ideally three days per week. You will though, be adaptable to meet the needs of the work that we do. The successful candidate will: * Have a RTPI accredited degree * Be MRTPI qualified * Have experience in client facing and work winning is a must. * Demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and verbal) * Be critical thinkers with strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Be organised, flexible, proactive and professional and commercially minded * Be enthusiastic about leading other professionals within the business
Apr 18, 2024
Full time
The Role As an experienced charted town planner, you know that no two days are the same, and the same can be said for our projects. We work on a range of projects, such as major, high profile planning applications, acting as planning lead for large scale regeneration schemes and any number or type of development and infrastructure proposals, where there are complex multi-disciplined issues to overcome. In your role, you would principally work on TCPA projects but experience also of DCO/TWAO schemes would be an advantage. Alongside the Senior Director in our planning team, you will be responsible for work winning, with an active say in the direction of the business, leading projects; liaising with clients, local authorities, consultants and key stakeholders to proactively move projects forward. Developing strong professional networking relationships with those in the development industry and identify opportunities for business development, you will also need to support junior members of staff; work collaboratively in teams to support bids and tenders; and directing advice to our Clients. About Us We are one of the UK's leading independent infrastructure and property consultancies, specialising in environment, planning and sustainability. With a team comprising forward thinking, multi disciplined technical specialists we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes. Our reputation over the last 25 years is built on the bespoke, personable and professional service we offer our clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do. As we embark on the next stage of our phenomenal success story, we are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Town Planner to join us on this journey and in particular, help deliver major housing, mixed use, infrastructure and regeneration schemes. The candidate You will be enthusiastic and confident in offering well informed and accurate advice when it matters and be enthused at the prospect of shaping the business. Being involved and influential within design teams, from project inception through to delivery, you will obviously be expected to have an excellent understanding of the vagaries of the planning system and be flexible about the sorts of projects and Clients that you work for. You will engage with other technical specialists in our multi-disciplined teams and identify opportunities for cross selling our services, networking and business development as well as maintaining and promoting our professional reputation. We deliver our projects through Hybrid working, with the team working from the London office, ideally three days per week. You will though, be adaptable to meet the needs of the work that we do. The successful candidate will: * Have a RTPI accredited degree * Be MRTPI qualified * Have experience in client facing and work winning is a must. * Demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and verbal) * Be critical thinkers with strong analytical and problem-solving skills * Be organised, flexible, proactive and professional and commercially minded * Be enthusiastic about leading other professionals within the business
Principle/ Senior Civil Engineer Role in a growing Essex company Your new company A thriving, long-standing transportation consultancy. They are a specialised highway engineering and transportation planning consultant with nationwide operations in the United Kingdom. Their knowledge spans all forms of land transportation. Working with a clientele of top real estate investors, town planners, architects, and local government agencies, they bring a thorough approach to the planning process and convey an understanding of the significance of sustainable transportation options as well as the significance of creating workable, environmentally conscious, and economically sound planning solutions Your new role As a civil engineer in this company you will be completing a range of tasks everyday varying on the current project and what is needed to support the rest of the team. You will have the chance to be on the client facing side of the business to have the opportunity to bring in new projects which excite you and be able to work on it from the initial stages and see it through to completion. As a senior civil engineer a key part of this position is to offer your knowledge newer to yourself in the industry and be able to act as a mentor figure to them. What you'll need to succeed A successful civil engineer will need to be very ambitious and willing to learn as many aspects of the industry as possible as the company are looking to support you to build the most well rounded civil engineer as you can become. You will need to be self driven to achieve the most you can out of every day in order for you to be successful in your personal aims and the company as a whole. What you'll get in return You will be rewarded with the freedom to gain experience across the whole company in all areas of civil engineering rather than being stuck doing one role. The company also offers great chances of progression as you improve and complete more as you will not have to wait for those above you to leave to be able to reach that next level. There is also the opportunity for hybrid working as you can choose the days that you work from home and a competitive salary, which will progress with yourself through the company. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Principle/ Senior Civil Engineer Role in a growing Essex company Your new company A thriving, long-standing transportation consultancy. They are a specialised highway engineering and transportation planning consultant with nationwide operations in the United Kingdom. Their knowledge spans all forms of land transportation. Working with a clientele of top real estate investors, town planners, architects, and local government agencies, they bring a thorough approach to the planning process and convey an understanding of the significance of sustainable transportation options as well as the significance of creating workable, environmentally conscious, and economically sound planning solutions Your new role As a civil engineer in this company you will be completing a range of tasks everyday varying on the current project and what is needed to support the rest of the team. You will have the chance to be on the client facing side of the business to have the opportunity to bring in new projects which excite you and be able to work on it from the initial stages and see it through to completion. As a senior civil engineer a key part of this position is to offer your knowledge newer to yourself in the industry and be able to act as a mentor figure to them. What you'll need to succeed A successful civil engineer will need to be very ambitious and willing to learn as many aspects of the industry as possible as the company are looking to support you to build the most well rounded civil engineer as you can become. You will need to be self driven to achieve the most you can out of every day in order for you to be successful in your personal aims and the company as a whole. What you'll get in return You will be rewarded with the freedom to gain experience across the whole company in all areas of civil engineering rather than being stuck doing one role. The company also offers great chances of progression as you improve and complete more as you will not have to wait for those above you to leave to be able to reach that next level. There is also the opportunity for hybrid working as you can choose the days that you work from home and a competitive salary, which will progress with yourself through the company. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Senior Town Planner
Permanent
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to present a fantastic opportunity for a Senior level Town Planner to join an independent town planning consultancy based in Hook, Hampshire!
The high-quality team of professionals provide advice across most property sectors with current projects encompassing work within the residential, commercial, leisure, energy, and heritage sectors, amongst others.
Their projects range from substantial high-profile developments to smaller but complex proposals, with a similarly diverse range of clients ranging from large national developers and property operators through to land estates, regional organisations, and private individuals.
The role of Senior Planner will include dealing with a wide range of planning work, while working independently, developing, and managing client relationships, and the responsibility of business development activity and achieving self-sufficiency in work generation. You will also play a role in monitoring junior staff in their professional development.
Candidate Requirements…
We are seeking candidates with the following attributes and qualifications:
MRTPI or working towards membership.
Private sector experience desirable.
Well organised and able to manage own and other's time effectively to meet deadlines and budgets.
Good attention to detail, with the ability to produce own work and review the work of others to ensure high quality and a good level of accuracy.
Self-motivated, confident, and driven with a desire for continued personal development.
Committed and able to build strong client relationships and provide great service.
Excellent communicator with clients, colleagues, and other consultants.
Interested?
For applications and more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Megan Field at , or call (phone number removed).
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading planning consultancy that is dedicated to developing its staff and to providing an excellent service to its clients. The practice is busy and is growing so successful candidates will have the real opportunity to progress professionally and enjoy excellent employee benefits as well as a competitive salary
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Senior Town Planner
Permanent
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to present a fantastic opportunity for a Senior level Town Planner to join an independent town planning consultancy based in Hook, Hampshire!
The high-quality team of professionals provide advice across most property sectors with current projects encompassing work within the residential, commercial, leisure, energy, and heritage sectors, amongst others.
Their projects range from substantial high-profile developments to smaller but complex proposals, with a similarly diverse range of clients ranging from large national developers and property operators through to land estates, regional organisations, and private individuals.
The role of Senior Planner will include dealing with a wide range of planning work, while working independently, developing, and managing client relationships, and the responsibility of business development activity and achieving self-sufficiency in work generation. You will also play a role in monitoring junior staff in their professional development.
Candidate Requirements…
We are seeking candidates with the following attributes and qualifications:
MRTPI or working towards membership.
Private sector experience desirable.
Well organised and able to manage own and other's time effectively to meet deadlines and budgets.
Good attention to detail, with the ability to produce own work and review the work of others to ensure high quality and a good level of accuracy.
Self-motivated, confident, and driven with a desire for continued personal development.
Committed and able to build strong client relationships and provide great service.
Excellent communicator with clients, colleagues, and other consultants.
Interested?
For applications and more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Megan Field at , or call (phone number removed).
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading planning consultancy that is dedicated to developing its staff and to providing an excellent service to its clients. The practice is busy and is growing so successful candidates will have the real opportunity to progress professionally and enjoy excellent employee benefits as well as a competitive salary
Senior Town Planner
Permanent
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to present a fantastic opportunity for a Senior level Town Planner to join an independent town planning consultancy based in Hook, Hampshire!
The high-quality team of professionals provide advice across most property sectors with current projects encompassing work within the residential, commercial, leisure, energy, and heritage sectors, amongst others.
Their projects range from substantial high-profile developments to smaller but complex proposals, with a similarly diverse range of clients ranging from large national developers and property operators through to land estates, regional organisations, and private individuals.
The role of Senior Planner will include dealing with a wide range of planning work, while working independently, developing, and managing client relationships, and the responsibility of business development activity and achieving self-sufficiency in work generation. You will also play a role in monitoring junior staff in their professional development.
Candidate Requirements…
We are seeking candidates with the following attributes and qualifications:
MRTPI or working towards membership.
Private sector experience desirable.
Well organised and able to manage own and other's time effectively to meet deadlines and budgets.
Good attention to detail, with the ability to produce own work and review the work of others to ensure high quality and a good level of accuracy.
Self-motivated, confident, and driven with a desire for continued personal development.
Committed and able to build strong client relationships and provide great service.
Excellent communicator with clients, colleagues, and other consultants.
Interested?
For applications and more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Megan Field at , or call (phone number removed).
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading planning consultancy that is dedicated to developing its staff and to providing an excellent service to its clients. The practice is busy and is growing so successful candidates will have the real opportunity to progress professionally and enjoy excellent employee benefits as well as a competitive salary
Sep 15, 2022
Permanent
Senior Town Planner
Permanent
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to present a fantastic opportunity for a Senior level Town Planner to join an independent town planning consultancy based in Hook, Hampshire!
The high-quality team of professionals provide advice across most property sectors with current projects encompassing work within the residential, commercial, leisure, energy, and heritage sectors, amongst others.
Their projects range from substantial high-profile developments to smaller but complex proposals, with a similarly diverse range of clients ranging from large national developers and property operators through to land estates, regional organisations, and private individuals.
The role of Senior Planner will include dealing with a wide range of planning work, while working independently, developing, and managing client relationships, and the responsibility of business development activity and achieving self-sufficiency in work generation. You will also play a role in monitoring junior staff in their professional development.
Candidate Requirements…
We are seeking candidates with the following attributes and qualifications:
MRTPI or working towards membership.
Private sector experience desirable.
Well organised and able to manage own and other's time effectively to meet deadlines and budgets.
Good attention to detail, with the ability to produce own work and review the work of others to ensure high quality and a good level of accuracy.
Self-motivated, confident, and driven with a desire for continued personal development.
Committed and able to build strong client relationships and provide great service.
Excellent communicator with clients, colleagues, and other consultants.
Interested?
For applications and more information regarding this opportunity, please send your up-to-date CV to Megan Field at , or call (phone number removed).
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading planning consultancy that is dedicated to developing its staff and to providing an excellent service to its clients. The practice is busy and is growing so successful candidates will have the real opportunity to progress professionally and enjoy excellent employee benefits as well as a competitive salary
Chartered Planner - London
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 (depending on skills and experience)
ZR_186
Orwell Consulting have a fantastic opportunity for a Chartered Planner! My client is an award-winning, fully Independent Planning Consultancy with a highly skilled and experienced team of Planning and Regeneration Consultants supporting clients across the UK.
Due to consistent growth, the company is looking to hire an enthusiastic and experienced Charted Planner who has ideally worked within a similar role.
Objective:
The successful candidate will join the team in working on projects across several sectors, including residential & strategic land, commercial & industrial, retail, leisure & town centres, regeneration, education, and energy.
Duties:
* Working on TCPA projects (experience of DCO/ TWAO schemes would be an advantage).
* Managing projects with guidance from a senior member of the team.
* Liaising with clients, local authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders.
* Developing strong professional networking relationships with those in the property and planning industry.
* Identify opportunities for business development.
* Working collaboratively in teams to support bids and tenders.
* Writing and submitting planning applications.
Candidate:
* Have an RTPI accredited degree.
* Be MRTPI qualified and have at least 3 years' experience.
* Demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
* Be critical thinkers with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Be organised, flexible, proactive, and professional
If you're interested in the position please apply on CV Library or contact Morgan
Oct 08, 2021
Permanent
Chartered Planner - London
Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 (depending on skills and experience)
ZR_186
Orwell Consulting have a fantastic opportunity for a Chartered Planner! My client is an award-winning, fully Independent Planning Consultancy with a highly skilled and experienced team of Planning and Regeneration Consultants supporting clients across the UK.
Due to consistent growth, the company is looking to hire an enthusiastic and experienced Charted Planner who has ideally worked within a similar role.
Objective:
The successful candidate will join the team in working on projects across several sectors, including residential & strategic land, commercial & industrial, retail, leisure & town centres, regeneration, education, and energy.
Duties:
* Working on TCPA projects (experience of DCO/ TWAO schemes would be an advantage).
* Managing projects with guidance from a senior member of the team.
* Liaising with clients, local authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders.
* Developing strong professional networking relationships with those in the property and planning industry.
* Identify opportunities for business development.
* Working collaboratively in teams to support bids and tenders.
* Writing and submitting planning applications.
Candidate:
* Have an RTPI accredited degree.
* Be MRTPI qualified and have at least 3 years' experience.
* Demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
* Be critical thinkers with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Be organised, flexible, proactive, and professional
If you're interested in the position please apply on CV Library or contact Morgan
This role will suit self-employed Planners looking to work under an established brand in the region on a Consultant basis.
The company has been established for over 10 years and provides high-quality town planning advice throughout central and southern England and into Wales. Working with an extensive and loyal client base you will lead from the front on a broad range of exciting and challenging planning projects. These projects can range from strategic promotions and commercial premises to private developments and rural projects.
As an established senior planning professional, you will apply your knowledge and know-how in order to deliver development and growth for the practice. You will forge strong, lasting relationships with clients and effectively respond to the changing markets to provide an innovative and robust consultancy service to the company's existing and expanding client base.
The Principal will hold relevant industry experience at a senior level. You will be experienced in promoting development through the planning system and possess a proven track record in profile raising and work winning in the private sector. Self-motivation, a passion for planning and an appetite to develop others are pre-requisites.
In return, you will be offered a strong package, which will be based on your billing. The structure will be discussed further at interview.
Oct 17, 2020
Full time
This role will suit self-employed Planners looking to work under an established brand in the region on a Consultant basis.
The company has been established for over 10 years and provides high-quality town planning advice throughout central and southern England and into Wales. Working with an extensive and loyal client base you will lead from the front on a broad range of exciting and challenging planning projects. These projects can range from strategic promotions and commercial premises to private developments and rural projects.
As an established senior planning professional, you will apply your knowledge and know-how in order to deliver development and growth for the practice. You will forge strong, lasting relationships with clients and effectively respond to the changing markets to provide an innovative and robust consultancy service to the company's existing and expanding client base.
The Principal will hold relevant industry experience at a senior level. You will be experienced in promoting development through the planning system and possess a proven track record in profile raising and work winning in the private sector. Self-motivation, a passion for planning and an appetite to develop others are pre-requisites.
In return, you will be offered a strong package, which will be based on your billing. The structure will be discussed further at interview.
Job Purpose
To support and assist the Development Managers and the Development Director with departmental objectives and ensure the provision of an efficient planning service to the region. To manage and motivate External Consultants ensuring accurate reporting to the senior management team.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
* Coordination of planning application submissions, including management of and liaising with consultants, and drafting planning statements, statement of community involvement
* Ensuring compliance with planning conditions including liaison with consultants and technical / commercial departments
* Monitoring progress with S106 obligations including liaison with planning officers
* Co-ordination and management of public consultation – including liaison with consultants, drafting exhibition material, preparation of boards with designer, arranging logistics, with review of consultation feedback
* Liaison with local planning authority to ensure a smooth processing of applications and site progress
* Provide planning advice internally to aid decisions on current sites and potential sites being considered for development
Core Competencies
* Business awareness – Has an up to date and detailed understanding of Product and the needs of all our customers and stakeholders
* Managing relationships – Builds and maintains good relationships with customers and colleagues by adopting the most appropriate approach to deal with people and situations
* Meeting customer needs – Anticipates, responds to and seeks to exceed the expectations of existing and potential customers
* Communication – Conveys accurate information effectively using the most appropriate methods to reflect the needs of the audience and ensure mutual understanding
* Integrity – Shows support for Berkeley values – particularly demonstrating the highest levels of honesty and integrity
* Personal organisation – Efficient in one’s use of time and works in a well-structured way
* Self-control – Performs effectively by keeping emotions under control, particularly in stressful and difficult situations
* Self-development – takes responsibility for personal improvement, learning from experience and new situations
* Adaptability – responds positively to changing business circumstances and readily adapts behaviour to maintain effective performance
* Determination – demonstrates repeated effort over a period of time, overcoming obstacles in order to achieve a goal
* Thoroughness – is accurate, pays attention to detail and ensures tasks are completed on time.
Person Specification
* Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook
* Has a clear focus on high quality and business profit
* Flexible
* Credible, and comfortable in dealing with a wide variety of stakeholders
* Reliable, tolerant, and determined
* Good Team Player
* Empathic communicator, able to see things from the other person's point of view
* Keen to deliver exceptional service
* Well-presented and business like
* Hold a full driving licence and access to a car
Jul 23, 2020
Permanent
Job Purpose
To support and assist the Development Managers and the Development Director with departmental objectives and ensure the provision of an efficient planning service to the region. To manage and motivate External Consultants ensuring accurate reporting to the senior management team.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities
* Coordination of planning application submissions, including management of and liaising with consultants, and drafting planning statements, statement of community involvement
* Ensuring compliance with planning conditions including liaison with consultants and technical / commercial departments
* Monitoring progress with S106 obligations including liaison with planning officers
* Co-ordination and management of public consultation – including liaison with consultants, drafting exhibition material, preparation of boards with designer, arranging logistics, with review of consultation feedback
* Liaison with local planning authority to ensure a smooth processing of applications and site progress
* Provide planning advice internally to aid decisions on current sites and potential sites being considered for development
Core Competencies
* Business awareness – Has an up to date and detailed understanding of Product and the needs of all our customers and stakeholders
* Managing relationships – Builds and maintains good relationships with customers and colleagues by adopting the most appropriate approach to deal with people and situations
* Meeting customer needs – Anticipates, responds to and seeks to exceed the expectations of existing and potential customers
* Communication – Conveys accurate information effectively using the most appropriate methods to reflect the needs of the audience and ensure mutual understanding
* Integrity – Shows support for Berkeley values – particularly demonstrating the highest levels of honesty and integrity
* Personal organisation – Efficient in one’s use of time and works in a well-structured way
* Self-control – Performs effectively by keeping emotions under control, particularly in stressful and difficult situations
* Self-development – takes responsibility for personal improvement, learning from experience and new situations
* Adaptability – responds positively to changing business circumstances and readily adapts behaviour to maintain effective performance
* Determination – demonstrates repeated effort over a period of time, overcoming obstacles in order to achieve a goal
* Thoroughness – is accurate, pays attention to detail and ensures tasks are completed on time.
Person Specification
* Self-driven, results-oriented with a positive outlook
* Has a clear focus on high quality and business profit
* Flexible
* Credible, and comfortable in dealing with a wide variety of stakeholders
* Reliable, tolerant, and determined
* Good Team Player
* Empathic communicator, able to see things from the other person's point of view
* Keen to deliver exceptional service
* Well-presented and business like
* Hold a full driving licence and access to a car
The Infrastructure Planning and EIA team supports development projects and land promotion for both external clients and in-house planning teams covering a wide range of sectors (including housing, education, retail, leisure, sport and infrastructure).
You will work alongside colleagues with specialist skills in the provision of large scale planning projects, typically with EIA requirements. The focus of the role is supporting the planning team in general, with particular involvement with the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments.
Alongside a general town planning advice role, the position involves:
Preparation and Production of EIAs;
Provision of specialist EIA advice to external and internal contacts;
Assisting the Planning Team on large projects (including DCOs) , providing town planning advice/support;
Project management responsibilities on complex EIA projects (including the management of third party consultants).
Job requirements
Candidates should be a chartered membership of the RTPI and hold an RTPI accredited town planning qualification at Masters level, a RICS accredited qualification (planning & development route) and/or IEMA (or similar) accredited. Candidates are most likely to have a background in Planning and EIA, however candidates with different degrees but relevant experience may be considered.
Candidates must demonstrate a very high level of technical competency, and quality of work, carried out with minimal supervision, together with good analytical, communication, interpersonal, and writing skills. The role will require working on a number of projects, so a proven ability to manage your own time and workload within tight timescales, and ability to problem solve is critical. You may also have specialist EIA topic skills/interests.
Rewards
Our client offers a highly competitive benefits package which is subject to negotiation. They We are a very sociable company and it's a great place to work.
The company are owned by an employee benefit trust and ran and managed for the benefit of its staff with no obligations to external shareholders. Their profits are reinvested into the business and shared with staff through bonuses.
Mar 16, 2020
Full time
The Infrastructure Planning and EIA team supports development projects and land promotion for both external clients and in-house planning teams covering a wide range of sectors (including housing, education, retail, leisure, sport and infrastructure).
You will work alongside colleagues with specialist skills in the provision of large scale planning projects, typically with EIA requirements. The focus of the role is supporting the planning team in general, with particular involvement with the preparation of Environmental Impact Assessments.
Alongside a general town planning advice role, the position involves:
Preparation and Production of EIAs;
Provision of specialist EIA advice to external and internal contacts;
Assisting the Planning Team on large projects (including DCOs) , providing town planning advice/support;
Project management responsibilities on complex EIA projects (including the management of third party consultants).
Job requirements
Candidates should be a chartered membership of the RTPI and hold an RTPI accredited town planning qualification at Masters level, a RICS accredited qualification (planning & development route) and/or IEMA (or similar) accredited. Candidates are most likely to have a background in Planning and EIA, however candidates with different degrees but relevant experience may be considered.
Candidates must demonstrate a very high level of technical competency, and quality of work, carried out with minimal supervision, together with good analytical, communication, interpersonal, and writing skills. The role will require working on a number of projects, so a proven ability to manage your own time and workload within tight timescales, and ability to problem solve is critical. You may also have specialist EIA topic skills/interests.
Rewards
Our client offers a highly competitive benefits package which is subject to negotiation. They We are a very sociable company and it's a great place to work.
The company are owned by an employee benefit trust and ran and managed for the benefit of its staff with no obligations to external shareholders. Their profits are reinvested into the business and shared with staff through bonuses.