Scheduler / Regional Planner - Ballymena, Co. Antrim, United Kingdom - Carrington West

Description

Senior Town Planner
Private Consultancy

Carrington West are working with a leading multi-disciplinary planning consultancy specialising in environmental, energy, residential, retail, utilities, mixed-use, aggregates, and infrastructure sectors across the UK and Ireland & Scotland.

With a proven track record of delivering high-quality services to their clients, we are expanding our team across the South and seeking a dynamic and experienced Associate Planning Director to spearhead this growth.

As a Senior Town Planner, you will play a pivotal role in working with a new team.

You will be responsible for being a part of driving business development, managing client relationships, and delivering exceptional planning consultancy services across various sectors.

Your expertise in Development Consent Order (DCO) processes will be crucial in navigating complex projects efficiently.

Drive business development efforts, identifying new opportunities, and nurturing existing client relationships to achieve growth targets.

• Provide expert advice and guidance on planning strategies, policies, and regulations, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and standards.
• Manage the preparation and submission of planning applications, including those requiring DCO & EIA ensuring timely and successful outcomes.
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients, offering strategic insights and solutions to optimise project outcomes and mitigate risks.
• Extensive experience in town planning, gained within a consultancy or similar environment, with a focus on the UK and Ireland & Scotland markets.
• Proven track record of delivering planning services across a range of sectors, including environmental, energy, residential, retail, utilities, mixed-use, aggregates, and infrastructure.
• Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or equivalent professional accreditation is desirable.

Flexible location across the South of England, with occasional travel to other regions as required.

Experience in a planning consultancy or local authority is a must.

The salary is negotiable and can be discussed in an interview or upon application, our client is also open to someone who is looking for part-time.