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Senior PlannerLocation: Newcastle upon Tyne Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a well established, multidisciplinary consultancy in their search for a Senior Planner to join their growing planning team in Newcastle. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to take a leading role within a busy and expanding team, working on complex and high-profile projects across a wide range of sectors. The Role As a Senior Planner, you will take ownership of major planning projects, acting as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders and guiding schemes from early strategy through to consent. Projects include residential, environmental, industrial, commercial, marine, renewables, and major infrastructure developments, as well as permitting, stakeholder engagement, and planning secondment support. While based in Newcastle, the team delivers projects across England, Scotland, and Wales, alongside a strong local client base. Key responsibilities include: * Leading planning strategy and delivery on complex planning schemes * Managing and coordinating planning and consenting submissions * Acting as the senior planning contact for clients and key stakeholders * Leading consultation with local planning authorities, statutory consultees, and communities * Managing project programmes, budgets, and quality standards * Mentoring and supporting junior planners within the team * Working collaboratively with engineering, transport, environmental, and design teams About You The ideal Senior Planner will have: * A strong track record of leading complex planning applications from pre-application through to determination * Proven experience managing client relationships * Experience mentoring or leading junior staff or project teams * A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline * MRTPI Chartered status (or working at Chartered level) * A strong understanding of planning policy, development management, and the wider regulatory environment * Confident written and verbal communication skills Desirable: * Experience or exposure to EIA projects * Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets or programmes What's On Offer * A senior role with genuine responsibility and autonomy * A diverse and high-profile project portfolio * Flexible and hybrid working * Enhanced annual leave, pension, private healthcare, and professional subscriptions * Structured CPD and a collaborative, quality-driven culture For more information or to apply for this Senior Planner position in Newcastle, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment.

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected, employee-owned planning consultancy with the appointment of a Junior Planning Consultant to join their growing Newcastle office. Liaising with planning officers, consultees, third parties, and fellow professionals. Demonstrate a solid un

Job Opportunity: Town Planner-Senior Town Planner Location: Newcastle (Hybrid working) Sector: Private - Consultancy Salary: Negotiable depending on experience Are you ready to take your planning career to the next level? A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a leading independent planning consultancy based in Newcastle. With a diverse portfolio of projects, our client is at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions for a variety of projects. The Role As a Town Planner, you'll play a key role in supporting and delivering a wide range of planning projects. Your responsibilities will include: ·Preparing and submitting planning applications and appeals. ·Liaising with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders. ·Managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines effectively. You'll have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects, providing innovative solutions. What is on Offer ·Hybrid working: A mix of office-based collaboration and remote flexibility. ·Competitive salary: Tailored to your experience and expertise, with room to grow. ·Career development: Mentorship and training opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. ·Collaborative culture: Work alongside a supportive and experienced team passionate about making a difference. About You We're looking for someone with: ·...

Associate Planning Consultant Newcastle (Hybrid Working) Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits An established and highly regarded consultancy is looking to appoint an Associate Planning Consultant to play a pivotal role in leading and developing their Planning function. Our client seeking an individual who can bring both technical expertise and leadership capability to a growing, multidisciplinary team. Based in Newcastle, the team brings together planners, surveyors, and architects, delivering a broad range of projects across residential, commercial, and leisure sectors. Their strength lies in strategic planning and land promotion, supported by a strong reputation for delivering clear, commercially focused advice. The Opportunity This is a senior appointment offering the chance to take ownership of key projects and contribute to the continued expansion of the business. The successful candidate will lead on major planning applications across the region while supporting team development and driving new business opportunities. Key Responsibilities ·Lead and mentor a team of planning professionals, fostering a high-performing and motivated environment ·Oversee and contribute to complex planning applications across a range of sectors ·Manage projects from inception through to completion ·Coordinate and respond to local and regional planning policy consultations ·Provide strategic advice to clien...

Job Title: Town Planner Location: Newcastle Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected planning consultancy in their search for a Town Planner to join their team in Newcastle. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Town Planner to join a well-established consultancy, working acro

Assistant Planner A leading house builder have a requirement for an Assistant Planner to join their Land & Planning team based in Lancashire Reporting to the Planning Manager you will assist planning and development appraisals, planning submissions and other related applications within the residential sector for both immediate and strategic sites. Duties and responsibilities: • Producing site assessments, detailed examination of planning histories, policy analysis, interpretation and consideration of material considerations, and new site appraisals for immediate and strategic sites in a timely manner to meet required deadlines to maintain the relationship with the Land team and protect the interests of the company., • Prepare and project manage different types of planning applications from Outline/Full and Reserved Matters to the discharge of planning conditions accurately so that the Region can maintain new sites to develop, • Liaise and brief internal layout designers, external consultants and officers at local planning authorities prior, during and post submission in order to develop strong working relationships, • Prepare Planning Statements, Design & Access Statements and a range of other planning documents required to support applications accurately and on time so the business can continue to achieve the necessary planning approvals, • Organise supporting information and attend required stakeholder/public consultation events with professionalism at all times to build confidence with the general public, • Formulating planning strategies to promote medium and long term development sites through the plan-making process under the guidance of the Planning Manager to continue a pipeline of new sites for the region, • Previous experience working in the private or public sector in the field of development management / planning policy, • Degree / Masters Planning Degree with an RTPI accreditation and a rounded knowledge of town planning preferable, but not essential, • Ability to adapt to change and to work accurately, efficiently and be commercially minded, • Excellent verbal communication skills, • Salary competitive (DOE), • Company car or car allowance, • Contributory pension, • Life cover, • Healthcare, • Bonus JBRP1_UKTJ

Town Planner / Senior Town Planner. We are working with a respected planning consultancy based in Newcastle upon Tyne, seeking to appoint a Town Planner or Senior Town Planner to support its continued growth. Supporting senior colleagues on complex or strategic projects.

Our client, a UK leading planning and design consultancy are looking to appoint a Town Planner to work out of their Newcastle based team.The company are renowned for delivering expert planning services for residential, commercial, infrastructure and mixed use developments.For this role candidates ar

An established property and business consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal to Associate Town Planner to take a leading role within their Newcastle-based team. This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to manage projects across the region, contribute to business growth, and pl

Job Title: Assistant Town Planner | Town Planner Location: Newcastle Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected, employee-owned planning consultancy with the appointment of a Junior Planning Consultant to join their growing Newcastle office.

Senior Transport Planner - Manchester We are seeking a full-timeSenior Transport Planner for our Transport North team, based in our Manchester office,with hybrid working allowing for a mix of in-office and home-working. We offer a challenging and rewarding career working for a leading consultancy with a strong presence in the North. You will join a well-established team delivering a wide variety of interesting projects for clients in the private and public sectors. Our clients typically include housing and commercial developers, local authorities, highway authorities, architects, town-planners and other professionals. Your work will primarily be development-related transport planning and will include preparation of Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, transport chapters for Environmental Impact Assessments, and other development-related transport reports. You will also help mentor and support junior staff and be proactive in keeping up to date with current practices, guidelines etc in our field. You will undertake site visits and attend meetings as required. The role will also involve some client liaison, such as attending meetings and assisting with work-winning through preparing fee proposals. Full support will be provided on a day-to-day basis by an experienced transport planning professional. We are looking for a keen, progressive and versatile individual with a genuine interest in transport consultancy. You will have experience working in the industry and your experience will ideally include: • Experience of producing Transport Assessments and Travel Plans., • Experience of analysing, collating and interpreting data., • Knowledge of Transport related policy particularly around sustainability and active travel., • Good knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel with AutoCAD and GIS software being additionally beneficial, • Experience of software packages such as TRICS, TEMPro Junctions, LinSIG and Transyt., • Previous UK work experience., • An understanding of the UK planning process and the role which our work plays., • Drive to succeed and a willingness to get involved., • Excellent communication skills, confidence to liaise with clients and team members., • Methodical approach to problem-solving and excellent attention to detail., • Ability to produce clear, precise and coherent analysis, reports and drawings., • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a skilled multi-disciplinary team. Degree or Masters in a relevant subject (e.g. transport planning, civil engineering, geography). Preferred Professional Accreditation; CIHT, CILT, TPP, or ICE. About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients. At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. For more information on our company, please visit our website . To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website. Tetra Tech is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010. We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. JBRP1_UKTJ

Job Title: Senior Town Planner / Associate Town Planner Location: Newcastle 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 a Senior Town Planner or Associate Town Planner. This is an excellent opportunity for either a Senior Town Planner looking to step up or an experienced Associate Town Planner seeking to further develop their leadership and project management responsibilities. The successful Senior Town Planner or Associate Town Planner will work on a diverse portfolio of projects for prestigious clients, providing expert planning advice and contributing to the successful delivery of complex planning schemes. This role offers genuine career progression within a collaborative, people-focused environment. The Role The Senior Town Planner / Associate Town Planner role involves working across a wide range of planning projects, managing planning applications, and supporting Directors on major schemes. As a Senior Town Planner or Associate Town Planner, you will take responsibility for delivering high-quality planning submissions while assisting with the management of the wider team's workload. Key responsibilities include: • Supporting Directors and senior colleagues to drive forward major projects * Managing small to large-scale planning applications, depending on experience * Undertaking research and analysis to inform planning strategies * Preparing planning appraisals of land, buildings, and development concepts * Drafting planning reports, planning applications, development plan representations, and Environmental Statements * Liaising with planning officers, statutory consultees, and third parties * Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and fellow professionals * Developing creative and commercially aware planning solutions * Taking financial responsibility for projects from inception through to completion * Remaining up to date with planning policy and best practice * Attending external events and delivering presentations About You To be successful as a Senior Town Planner or Associate Town Planner, you will demonstrate: • A relevant degree and a genuine enthusiasm for planning * RTPI membership (Chartered status required for Associate Town Planner level) * Proven experience in the private or public sector, commensurate with level * A strong understanding of planning principles and policy * Excellent technical report writing and presentation skills * A proactive, solutions-focused mindset * Strong communication and relationship-building skills * The ability to manage projects independently while contributing to team success What You'll Get in Return This Senior Town Planner / Associate Town Planner opportunity offers clear career progression within an employee-owned consultancy that values collaboration, quality, and professional development. The role comes with a competitive salary, annual bonus, pension contributions, private healthcare, and payment of professional fees. The practice embraces flexible working, allowing time split between home working and office locations. As an Employee Ownership Trust, the business is run in the interests of its employees, offering additional benefits such as tax-free bonuses and the opportunity to play an active role in shaping the future of the company from day one. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Town Planner or Associate Town Planner to progress their career while working alongside some of the best planning professionals in the industry. Interested?

Job Title: Senior Town Planner Location: Newcastle Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-established and respected property consultancy in their search for a Senior Town Planner to join their growing team in Newcastle. This firm is known for delivering expert planning and property advice across the Residential, Commercial, Development and Rural sectors. With six offices across the North of England, they operate on a national scale while maintaining the flexibility and client-focus of a regional business. Their team of over 85 professionals work collaboratively to provide a comprehensive service offering that rivals many national firms. Originally a family-run business, the company has grown through innovation and continues to offer excellent opportunities for personal and professional development. The culture is open, friendly, and down-to-earth - a Friday morning Greggs is part of the routine, alongside the more traditional benefits. The Role As a Senior Town Planner, you'll play a key role in the delivery of high-quality planning advice to a diverse range of clients. You'll manage your own projects, support junior team members, and contribute to business development activities. The role offers a broad mix of work across sectors, giving you the chance to strengthen your expertise and continue progressing in your career. Key Responsibilities Lead on a variety of planning applications and appeals * Provide strategic advice to clients on planning and development matters * Mentor and support junior team members * Build and maintain strong client relationships * Contribute to the growth and reputation of the planning team Requirements MRTPI qualified * Strong planning experience, ideally within a consultancy environment * Confident managing projects and working independently * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * A proactive and team-oriented approach What's on Offer? A positive and inclusive team culture * Clear progression routes * A varied and rewarding project portfolio * A national scope with the support of a regional team

Senior Planner Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Penguin Recruitment is pleased to be supporting a well established, multidisciplinary consultancy in their search for a Senior Planner to join their growing planning team in Newcastle. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to take a leading role within a busy and expanding team, working on complex and high-profile projects across a wide range of sectors. The Role As a Senior Planner, you will take ownership of major planning projects, acting as the main point of contact for clients and stakeholders and guiding schemes from early strategy through to consent. Projects include residential, environmental, industrial, commercial, marine, renewables, and major infrastructure developments, as well as permitting, stakeholder engagement, and planning secondment support. While based in Newcastle, the team delivers projects across England, Scotland, and Wales, alongside a strong local client base. Key responsibilities include: Leading planning strategy and delivery on complex planning schemes Managing and coordinating planning and consenting submissions Acting as the senior planning contact for clients and key stakeholders Leading consultation with local planning authorities, statutory consultees, and communities Managing project programmes, budgets, and quality standards Mentoring and supporting junior planners within the team Working collaboratively with engineering, transport, environmental, and design teams About You The ideal Senior Planner will have: A strong track record of leading complex planning applications from pre-application through to determination Proven experience managing client relationships Experience mentoring or leading junior staff or project teams A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline MRTPI Chartered status (or working at Chartered level) A strong understanding of planning policy, development management, and the wider regulatory environment Confident written and verbal communication skills Desirable: Experience or exposure to EIA projects Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets or programmes What's On Offer A senior role with genuine responsibility and autonomy A diverse and high-profile project portfolio Flexible and hybrid working Enhanced annual leave, pension, private healthcare, and professional subscriptions Structured CPD and a collaborative, quality-driven culture For more information or to apply for this Senior Planner position in Newcastle, please contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment

Associate Town Planner - Cornwall Location: Cornwall (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: Competitive Are you an experienced Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We're working with a well-established planning consultancy based in Cornwall that's looking to expand its

Associate Town Planner - Cornwall. As an Associate Town Planner, you will:.

Job Title: Town Planner | Senior Planner | Planning Manager Location: Hampshire The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a busy and growing Planning department. We are looking to appoint a Planner, Senior Planner or Planning Manager to join a hands-on Planning team, taking responsibi

Senior Chartered Town Planner Location: Shropshire Sector: Planning Consultancy / Property & Development Salary: Competitive + Benefits + Flexible Package Are you a seasoned Chartered Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career with a well-established, multi-disciplinary planning

Are you a seasoned Chartered Town Planner looking to take the next step in your career with a well-established, multi-disciplinary planning and property consultancy? We're recruiting on behalf of a. This role offers the opportunity to influence growth, mentor junior planners, and become a recognised

Associate Town Planner Devon Salary: £60,000+ DOE | Discretionary Bonus | Excellent Benefits On behalf of a well-established and growing planning consultancy in Devon, we are delighted to be recruiting for an Associate Town Planner to join the team in a newly created growth role. This is an

Town Planner Are you a Town Planner looking for the next big step in your career? This is a chance to join one of the UK's most established and respected housing developers - a company with a strong track record, a busy pipeline of work, and ambitious growth plans. As a Town Planner, yo

The team handles a broad portfolio of projects across residential, commercial, rural, and mixed-use developments-and they're now looking for a Principal Planner to join them. Job Title: Principal/Associate Planner Location: Hampshire Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a well-es

Junior Town Planner Gatwick Office with Hybrid Working £27,000 to £30,000 + Bonus + Structured Training + Clear Progression + Healthcare plan Are you a Town Planning graduate looking to fast forward your career within a supportive, people focused consultancy? Do you want to learn fro

Supporting junior planners and contributing to team development.

Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline. Associate Planner/Associate Director. Carrington West is working with a well-regarded independent planning consultancy in West Sussex to appoint an Associate Planner or Associate Director as part of their continued growth.

As a Graduate Town Planner, you’ll work alongside experienced planners on a wide variety of projects, gaining hands-on experience and structured support as you work towards chartership.

The Birmingham office is a key hub within the business and offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced planner to take on greater responsibility while working within a supportive and highly regarded team.

As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in delivering planning services across a varied and interesting project portfolio, working closely with clients and leading projects through the planning process.

As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a key role in delivering planning advice across a wide range of high-profile and complex projects throughout the region. With a collaborative culture and flexible working approach, this is an ideal role for a planner looking to take the next step in their care

Principal Town Planner - Minerals & Waste. Carrington West are pleased to be working with an environmental consultancy seeking a Principal Planner to join a growing team in Warwickshire, with a focus on minerals and waste projects. Background in town planning, ideally with exposure to minerals a

An established planning consultancy is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior to Associate Town Planner to take a leading role in delivering a diverse portfolio of planning projects and leading office role in one of their offices in the South West. Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI) or wo

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Assist senior planners with planning applications, pre-app submissions, appeals, fee proposals, and preparation of supporting documents.