Town Planner - Senior
4 Days Old
Job Title: Senior Planning Consultant
Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits Package
Are you a motivated and experienced town planning professional looking to take the next step in your career? A highly respected and independently owned planning consultancy is seeking a Senior Planning Consultant to join their Edinburgh office. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide variety of high-profile projects across sectors including residential, commercial, energy, infrastructure, retail, healthcare, tourism, and leisure.
About the Role:
This position offers a diverse and rewarding workload. You'll be actively involved in managing planning applications and appeals, preparing planning appraisals, undertaking development plan representations, and carrying out in-depth research. You'll also play a key role in advising clients and supporting project teams across a wide range of development sectors.
While the role is based in the Edinburgh office, there is flexibility around hybrid working to support work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a range of planning projects from inception to completion
Prepare and submit planning applications, appraisals, and appeals
Engage in development plan representations and consultations
Conduct detailed research and site assessments
Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities
Provide commercially focused planning advice
Contribute to team development and business growth
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town Planning (RTPI or IPI accredited)
A minimum of 5 years' professional post-graduate planning experience
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential for site visits)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organisational and time management capabilities
Commercial awareness and a proactive mindset
A collaborative approach with a high level of attention to detail
What's on Offer:
Competitive salary based on experience
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Opportunities for continued professional development
A chance to work on a wide variety of exciting, high-impact projects
Ready to take your planning career to the next level in Edinburgh?
Apply now with your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed)
Reference - 55405
- Location:
- Easter Howgate, Scotland, United Kingdom
- Salary:
- £60,000 - £80,000
- Category:
- Engineering
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