Town Planner to Senior Town Planner (Infrastructure & Energy)

I'm working with a well-established property and infrastructure consultancy that is looking to appoint a Planner or Senior Planner to its growing Consents team in Bristol.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants exposure to some of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects, working across areas including energy, renewable energy, electricity transmission, rail, highways and major commercial infrastructure.

You'll join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team advising clients throughout the planning and consenting process, with opportunities to work on NSIPs, DCOs and other major consenting regimes.

The role will include:

• Developing planning and consenting strategies for major infrastructure projects
• Preparing and supporting planning and consent applications, including DCOs, TWAOs, Section 36 and TCPA applications
• Coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, statutory consultees and regulatory bodies
• Supporting public consultation and stakeholder engagement
• Preparing planning reports, consent documentation and examination materials
• Identifying planning risks, constraints and opportunities
• Supporting project management and programme delivery
• Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development

What we're looking for:

This opportunity could suit either a Planner with around 2-3 years' experience or a Senior Planner with 4+ years' experience.

You could currently be working within a planning consultancy, local authority or related environment and should have a solid understanding of the UK planning system and Town and Country Planning Act.

Experience within infrastructure, transport, energy, electricity transmission or renewable energy would be particularly valuable, although candidates looking to develop their infrastructure experience are also encouraged to apply.

Exposure to NSIPs, DCOs or other infrastructure consenting regimes would be an advantage.

You'll also ideally be a member of the RTPI, or working towards professional membership.

What's on offer?

• Competitive salary
• 25 days' annual leave
• Matched pension contributions
• Life assurance
• Flexible benefits
• Health cash plan options
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Flexible and agile working
• Excellent exposure to major UK infrastructure projects
• Strong opportunities for professional development and progression

When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458161399.