Job Description

Senior / Principal Planning Consultant

Location: Irvine, Scotland  - Hybrid & Remote working available

£40,000 - £55,000 DOE  

£750 Placement Bonus*

Deliver impactful planning solutions as part of a thriving and ambitious consultancy.

About Us

Our Client are a dynamic and fast-growing multidisciplinary consultancy dedicated to providing innovative planning and environmental solutions across a range of industries. Their core values include collaboration, innovation, and professional development. As part of the team, you’ll work on diverse and challenging projects, contributing to meaningful change and shaping the future of the built environment.

The Role

We are seeking a talented and highly collaborative Senior/Principal Planning Consultant to join our team. In this role, you will take responsibility for leading medium- to large-scale projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and delivering high-quality results for our clients.

You’ll be involved in preparing and reviewing submissions for EIA and non-EIA planning applications, managing sub-contractors, and contributing to all stages of project development. With a focus on teamwork and collaboration, you’ll guide projects to success while ensuring tight deadlines are met.

This a great role for someone wanting to make that step up into Associate Director. 

What You’ll Do

• Lead and deliver complex planning projects with high-quality outcomes.
• Prepare quotations and proposals for new business opportunities.
• Manage sub-contractors and interdisciplinary design teams.
• Prepare, review, and edit documents for submission to planning authorities.
• Write clear, concise, and professional reports.
• Contribute to all development stages, from planning to delivery.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders through verbal and written presentations.

What We’re Looking For

• A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in planning and development.
• Experience with the UK planning system and interdisciplinary environments.
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality results on complex projects.
• Strong organisational and IT skills, including proficiency with MS Office.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Chartered member status of the RTPI (or working towards).
• A full, clean driving licence.

Desirable:

• Experience with renewable energy projects.
• Experience of ArcGIS 
• Experience of AutoCAD

What We Offer

We’re committed to developing our team and supporting their ambitions. You’ll benefit from:

• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Access to a Pool Car 
• Half-day CPD each month.
• Team bonuses and private medical insurance.
• Access to mental health support services.
• 28 days annual leave (increasing with service) and buy/sell options.
• Flexible working patterns.
• On-site parking and travel expense allowances.

How to Apply

Take the next step in your career:

1. Email your CV to talent@talent-torch.co.uk.
2. Submit your application at www.talent-torch.co.uk/vacancies.

Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity!