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Infrastructure Inspections Manager Location: Sheffield with remote working Salary: £55,000+ depending on experience An established specialist infrastructure inspection consultancy is looking to appoint an Infrastructure Inspections Manager to lead and grow its inspections capability across

Our client, an an established multi-disciplinary planning and design consultancy are urgently looking for a Graduate / Assistant Transport Planner to join their team in London. The successful Graduate Transport Planner will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of transport and infrastructu

Clear progression to Development Surveyor level. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career surveyor looking to develop a long-term career in development consultancy within a respected and forward-thinking firm. Assistant Development Surveyor.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Planner at an early stage in their career to gain hands-on experience across a wide range of development projects, while working alongside experienced planners in a supportive and collaborative environment. You’ll gain exposure to a broad range of

Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a well-established and award-winning planning and architecture practice with the appointment of an Assistant Planner / Planner to join their growing town planning team in Stevenage. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin R

Benefits for the role of Technical Architect include: Highly competitive salary Generous holiday allowance Hybrid working Contributory pension scheme Professional development Personal developmentDuties for the role of Technical Architect include: Produce creative design solutions Develop high-qua

The role can be shaped around your experience level, offering hands-on support for early-career planners and greater autonomy for more experienced candidates. If you’re a Town Planner based in—or looking to relocate to—Manchester and want to work on meaningful projects with a respected consult

As a Graduate Land Assistant, you will support the Land team with the identification, assessment and progression of potential residential sites. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to build a long-term career in land and development within a supportive, high-performing environmen

Assistant Town Planner – Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate or early-career planner to work closely with experienced professionals on a wide variety of projects across the region. As an Assistant Town Planner, you will support senior colleagues in delivering planning

Associate Director – Town Planning Location: London Company: Leading Independent Multidisciplinary Consultancy A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Associate Director to join a well-established, forward-thinking planning, design, and environmental consultancy with a strong national presence. The business is known for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice and developing trusted relationships across the UK. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the Regional Director of Planning to drive growth within London and the South East, strengthening client relationships, winning new work, and leading on significant projects across multiple sectors, including residential, commercial, and estates. The Role This position is ideal for a commercially minded planning professional who thrives in a client-facing environment and has the technical ability to oversee complex projects. You’ll work closely with a talented, multidisciplinary team of over 80 professionals nationwide and help shape the firm’s growth in the region. Key Responsibilities • Lead on client engagement and relationship management across planning projects., • Generate new business opportunities while maintaining and developing existing client relationships., • Identify and pursue new markets, clients, and growth opportunities., • Prepare and deliver winning tender presentations and reports., • Manage large-scale, complex planning projects to the highest standards., • Negotiate major contracts and manage key legal and commercial aspects., • MRTPI qualified (or equivalent) with significant post-chartership experience., • Strong commercial acumen with a proven track record in business development., • Excellent client management and presentation skills. This company takes pride in supporting its people and offers an exceptional benefits package, including: Health & Wellbeing • Private medical insurance (Vitality), • BUPA cash plan, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Enhanced annual leave entitlement, • Additional loyalty days for long service, • Hybrid working, • Annual company bonus scheme, • Defined promotion windows, • Professional membership subscriptions covered, • Protected CPD time and structured progression framework, • Enhanced company pension I am also working on a number of Planning roles across the UK and Ireland from Graduate to Director level.

Are you a driven Chartered Town Planner looking to join a supportive, ambitious, and forward-thinking consultancy? This is an opportunity to become part of a growing planning practice that prides itself on high-quality work, a collaborative culture, and genuine investment in its people. Founded in 2019, the company has rapidly established a reputation for excellence and innovation, delivering solutions to even the most complex planning challenges. You will join a talented and passionate team committed to providing exceptional service across a diverse range of projects. Competitive Compensation • Excellent salary with regular reviews, • Performance-related bonuses linked to company profit Professional Growth • Funded training and CPD, • Clear progression opportunities, • Support in developing as a high-performing Chartered Planner Work-Life Balance • Hybrid working with a welcoming office environment and flexibility to work from home, • A focus on outcomes rather than micromanagement Comprehensive Benefits • Private Vitality healthcare, including dental and optical cover, • Wellbeing perks such as cinema tickets and Café Nero drinks, • Generous annual leave allowance aligned with leading national consultancies, • Company credit card for all business expenses—no personal outlay, • High-quality equipment for office, home, and site work, • Paid, optional social events that encourage a friendly and connected team atmosphere Inclusive Culture This is a practice that values teamwork, respect, and collaboration. The team works to collective goals, supporting one another to deliver outstanding results and maintain a positive, engaging working environment. The hiring manager is looking to meet suitable candidates ASAP. If you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362010 or ___

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Town Planner to join a dynamic and growing team in Sheffield. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects across both the private and public sectors, contributing to the development of innovative and sustainable solutions. This role offers the chance to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of professionals, providing tailored advice and delivering high-quality outcomes for clients. If you are passionate about planning and thrive in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we want to hear from you. As a Senior Town Planner, you will: • Provide expert planning advice to a variety of clients, ensuring their commercial interests are represented throughout the planning process., • Prepare and deliver high-quality planning reports, applications, and submissions., • Liaise with and manage technical consultants as part of a wider project team., • Build and maintain strong client relationships through networking and exceptional service delivery., • Proactively engage with local planning authorities and other key stakeholders to facilitate project success., • Lead on smaller projects and contribute to larger, multidisciplinary initiatives., • A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline., • A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in either the private or public sector., • A strong understanding of the UK planning system and experience handling a variety of planning issues., • Excellent written, verbal, and technical communication skills., • Strong interpersonal and relationship management abilities., • The capability to manage and prioritise multiple projects effectively., • Collaborating with colleagues and clients to deliver tailored planning solutions., • Preparing detailed planning applications, reports, and supporting documents., • Engaging with local authorities, stakeholders, and consultants to progress projects., • Attending meetings, site visits, and networking events to build relationships and identify opportunities., • Contributing to team discussions and sharing insights to support professional development., • Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience., • Private healthcare coverage through BUPA., • Life insurance and a company pension scheme with a salary sacrifice option., • Cycle-to-work scheme and contributions towards professional subscriptions., • Enhanced maternity scheme and a supportive, inclusive workplace culture., • Access to a robust Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme, including training sessions, presentations, and annual reviews.

Associate / Associate Director – Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Location: Kent / Gatwick / London (Hybrid & Flexible) A leading multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking an Associate or Associate Director to strengthen its growing Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and fast-paced environment, working on a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors throughout the UK. The successful candidate will play a key role in coordinating and delivering EIA projects, managing inputs from technical specialists, and acting as a key point of contact for clients. This position offers significant scope to influence project delivery and contribute to the continued development of the EIA capability within the business. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and manage EIA Screening and Scoping Requests, • Compile and coordinate Environmental Statements, including drafting introductory chapters and developing topic templates, • Review and integrate specialist technical inputs into Environmental Statements, • Act as the primary liaison between clients and project teams, • Minimum 5 years’ experience in environmental consultancy, planning consultancy, or the public sector, • Relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in Environmental Policy, Planning, Environment & Development, or a related discipline, • Practitioner member (or above) of ISEP, • Proven experience coordinating EIAs across a range of projects, • Comfortable leading EIA coordination tasks with limited senior oversight, • Flexible office base with hybrid working, • Opportunity to work on nationally significant and high-profile projects, • Collaborative team culture with strong technical expertise The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362 010 or ___

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a market-leading, multi-disciplinary property and planning consultancy in their search for a Senior / Associate Planner to join their Central Planning. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning professional to join a dynamic and growing team, working across a varied pipeline of high-profile residential, commercial and infrastructure projects across the Thames Valley and beyond. The successful candidate will be proactive, commercially aware and confident managing projects and client relationships. The Role: You will be involved in land promotion, planning appraisals, planning applications and appeals, as well as supporting the growth of targeted development sectors. The role will also involve mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to wider team objectives and business development. Key responsibilities include: • Providing planning consultancy advice to clients and colleagues, • Preparing planning appraisals, applications, statements and supporting documentation, • Undertaking research, analysis and report writing, • Liaising and negotiating with planning authorities, consultees and third parties, • Supporting Local Plan representations and site promotion strategies, • Managing projects from inception through to completion, • Developing and maintaining strong client and professional relationships About You: • MRTPI (or MRICS with planning experience), • Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience, • Strong communication, numerical and report writing skills, • Commercially aware, proactive and client-focused, • A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal and influencing skills The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362 010 or ___

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing and highly regarded planning consultancy in their search for a Senior / Principal Town Planner to join their expanding teams in Leeds and Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to take the next step in their career, working within a multidisciplinary environment on strategic planning projects, with a strong focus on residential-led planning applications and land promotion work. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the growth of the consultancy’s Northern planning team and will work closely with colleagues across development economics, design, heritage, and related disciplines. You will be involved in projects from the earliest stages, providing initial advice and input into design development, through to securing planning consent and managing post-consent matters. There will also be opportunities to support planning appeals and Local Plan examinations. • Advising on the development potential of land and buildings, • Preparing and managing planning applications and appeals, • Providing planning policy advice and undertaking research, • Drafting representations to Local Plan consultations and examinations, • Assisting in identifying land and development opportunities, • Working collaboratively with clients and external consultants, • A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in Planning, • RTPI membership or be working towards chartership, • A solid understanding of the UK planning system and processes, • Excellent written skills with strong attention to detail, • Strong verbal communication skills and a professional, approachable manner, • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, • Private medical insurance and payment of relevant professional subscriptions, • Hybrid and agile working with flexibility around working patterns, • Exposure to a wide variety of planning applications and land promotion projects, • The opportunity to join a growing team and influence regional business strategy The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on 01792361770 or email ___.

Job Title: Associate Planning Director / Planning Director Location: Birmingham Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading, forward-thinking planning consultancy with ambitious growth plans in their search for an Associate Planning Director / Planning Director to join their Birmingham team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Planning professional looking to take the next step in their career and play a pivotal role in the growth and success of a well-established consultancy presence in the Midlands. The Opportunity Our client offers a collaborative, empowering working culture where individuals are trusted with autonomy and encouraged to shape both projects and the wider business. You will work on a diverse and high-profile portfolio of projects, including urban regeneration schemes and major mixed-use sustainable urban extensions across the UK. You will also become part of the senior leadership team, helping to identify and deliver new development opportunities while building strong relationships with national housebuilders, land promoters and landowners. What’s on Offer • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, • Private medical insurance, • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • An additional day off for your birthday, • Hybrid working from a central Birmingham hub, • A varied workload across high-quality, strategic planning projects, • Playing a key role in the growth strategy of the Birmingham office, • Leading and delivering complex planning projects from inception to consent, • Identifying new development opportunities and supporting business development, • Managing client relationships and ensuring high levels of service delivery, • Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline, • Significant experience within a UK planning consultancy, • Strong knowledge of UK planning policy, applications and appeals, • Proven ability to lead teams and manage projects to tight deadlines, • Excellent communication and client-facing skills Our client embraces agile working, offering a flexible, blended approach to where and how work is carried out. With multiple hubs across the UK, they focus on valuing outputs and impact rather than location. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362 010 or ___

Penguin Recruitment are delighted to be supporting an independent consultancy in their quest for an Associate Planner in Bristol. Our client are looking to appoint an Associate Planner to join our growing Bristol office, supporting the delivery of projects across the UK. As an Associate Planner, you

The successful Graduate Town Planner will be working alongside Senior Planners to deliver planning applications, appeals and site assessments for predominantly large scale residential, rural, mixed use and commercial schemes. Our client, an established planning consultancy is urgently looking to app

Experienced Town Planner with a proven track record in consultancy, ideally across multiple sectors.

Rural Surveyor – Ashby / Midlands Region Full-time | Competitive Salary + Benefits | Established UK Practice I am working with a well-regarded independent UK property and land consultancy with a strong reputation in rural and agricultural property services. With a long-established presence across the Midlands, the business advises private landowners, farming clients, investors and developers on a wide range of rural property matters. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Rural Surveyor to join their busy team based in the Ashby de la Zouch area. The Opportunity This role offers a broad and engaging rural surveying workload, covering a diverse geographical patch. You will work closely with clients, providing trusted advice across rural property, estates and land, with the autonomy to manage your own portfolio while being supported by an experienced regional team. Key Responsibilities * Delivery of a full range of rural professional services, including property agency and marketing * Undertaking RICS Red Book valuations across a variety of rural property types * Advising on RPA schemes, grants and rural subsidies * Supporting planning applications, development opportunities and land promotion * Estate and land management, including contract farming and grazing agreements * Providing advice on compensation, wayleaves and rural infrastructure projects The role can be shaped around your experience and strengths, with genuine scope for progression. About You * MRICS qualified (or working towards) with a rural or land-focused background * Experience within rural surveying, estate management, valuation or agency * Strong client-facing and relationship-building skills * Organised, commercially aware and detail-focused * A genuine interest in farming, land use and the rural sector * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across a rural patch What’s on Offer * Competitive salary and benefits package * Car allowance and mobile phone allowance * Generous annual leave allowance, plus additional benefits * Pension scheme and employee wellbeing support * Ongoing professional development and career progression * Supportive, collaborative team environment within a respected rural practice How to Apply If you are a Rural Surveyor considering your next move, I would welcome a confidential conversation. Please apply with your CV or get in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

You will work across a diverse portfolio of projects, supporting senior planners on a range of planning applications and development appraisals while developing your technical and commercial skills.

Policy Town Planners - Principal & Associate. We are currently recruiting Principal and Associate level Policy Planners to join a well-established national team working at the forefront of planning policy, strategic planning and placemaking. This is a standout opportunity for experienced Policy

Job Title: Senior Town Planner. Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established independent planning consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their growing team based in the Gatwick / Crawley area. With multiple offices across London, the South East and the

Associate Town Planner – Cornwall. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner who is ready to take on a senior role, influence projects from inception to delivery, and play a key part in the continued success of a respected regional practice. The role offers a strong balance of te

Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working with an exciting and well respected client, in their search for a .This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to join a leading national law firm’s planning team, advising on high-profile and complex development projec

Are you ready to step into a Senior Town Planner role where your expertise will truly shape the future of development in Scotland?. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious planner ready to take that next step in their career—or a current senior looking for a new environment where you can

Job Title: Director of Town Planning Location: London Penguin Recruitment is supporting a well-established and growing planning, urbanism and development consultancy in their search for a Director of Town Planning to lead and expand their London presence. This is a senior leadership opportunity offering genuine autonomy, strategic influence, and the chance to build and shape a high-performing London team within a nationally active consultancy. The Role Based in London, you will take a leading role in growing the consultancy’s London and South East offering. Supported by an existing Associate, you will be responsible for: • Originating and securing new planning instructions, • Developing and strengthening key client relationships, • Leading and delivering complex planning and development projects, • Growing and mentoring a successful London-based team About You The successful candidate is likely to have: • Extensive experience within the London and South East planning markets, • A strong and active client network, • Proven expertise in managing and delivering planning strategies and development proposals, • Chartered Membership of the RTPI (preferred), • Salary up to £125,000, • A range of ownership options available The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362 010 or ___

This role would suit a graduate or early-career Transport Planner, or someone at a more intermediate level looking to step up. If you’re a Transport Planner looking for a role where your input will be valued and your career can genuinely progress, I’d be very happy to discuss this opportunity in

Assisting senior planners with project delivery and client management. The role would suit a motivated Planner looking to develop their consultancy experience within a collaborative, client-focused environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a planner who wants to work at the forefront of major infrastructure, energy, transport, and regeneration projects that genuinely shape places and communities. If you’re an Infrastructure Planner looking to step into a role where your work has national significa

Job Title: Senior / Principal Planner. Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading, fast-growing planning consultancy in the appointment of a Senior / Principal Planner to join their expanding Leeds team. An experienced Planner ready to step up and help lead major projects, or.

An excellent opportunity has become available for a Graduate Town Planner to join a growing planning and development consulatancy in Kent. The successful Graduate Town Planner will be joining their established planning team where you will gain insight and experience working on a variety of large sca

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing rural planning consultancy that prides itself on its friendly, inclusive culture.The team values everyone’s views, celebrates achievements, and creates an environment where people genuinely enjoy their work.Based in the picturesque Cheshi

You will be joining a growing team that values innovation, high standards and long-term client relationships while offering opportunities for professional and leadership development. Are you an experienced planning professional ready to step into a senior leadership position? We are partnering with

This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional to work on a diverse portfolio of projects across the public and private sectors, supporting the delivery of planning applications, policy advice, and development strategy work within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Provi

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in their search for an experienced Senior or Principal Planning Consultant to join a highly regarded and growing planning team in the South West / South Wales. As a Senior / Principal Planning Consultant, you

This role would suit a Graduate Planner with relevant experience or an established Assistant Planner / Planner looking to take the next step in consultancy. Manage project tasks as an Assistant Planner / Planner. Experience in a planning-related role or as an Assistant Planner / Planner.

Job Title: Associate Planner | Associate Director of Town Planning.Practice: Employee-Owned | Multidisciplinary.Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an employee-owned, multidisciplinary planning consultancy of around 50 professionals in their search for an Associate Planner.This is an e

Reporting to a Principal Planning Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering specialist planning services to planning professionals, developers, local planning authorities, applicants, and members of the public. Providing online and remote planning advice on general and complex planning matt

Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be working on behalf of a well respected consultancy, in their quest for a .This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced .Managing and delivering planning applications, appeals, and pre-application submissions.Preparing quality planning statements a

Town Planner / Senior Town Planner. Within the role the successful Planner will be:. Our client, a growing multidisciplinary design and planning consultancy is urgently looking to appoint a Senior Planner to join their team in Glasgow.

Supporting and mentoring junior planners where required.

We are seeking Principal and Associate level Infrastructure Planners to work on some of the UK’s largest and most complex infrastructure projects. Principal & Associate Infrastructure Planners. You will take a leading role in the planning and consenting of major infrastructure schemes.

You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior staff while working closely with senior and principal engineers, allowing you to both share your experience and continue learning within a supportive team environment. A new opportunity has opened for a Geoenvironmental Engineer to join an establis

Senior Ecologist - Sheffield Are you a passionate ecologist looking to take the next step in your career? An established and forward-thinking environmental consultancy based in Sheffield is looking for a dedicated Ecologist to join its growing team.

Environmental Sales Manager Soil Treatment Location: Sheffield We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Environmental Sales Manager to join a highly successful Brownfield Remediation Consultancy and Contractor operating in the Sheffield region. Suitable candidates will have commercial

Job Title: Associate Planner | Associate Director of Town Planning. As an Associate Planner, you will play a key role in the delivery of complex planning schemes, providing expert advice to clients and supporting the continued growth of the business. The successful Associate Planner will work closel

Supporting senior planners on complex projects. The role will suit a Planner looking to build hands-on experience while working closely with landowners, developers, and internal teams.