Senior​/Principal Planning Consultant

Job Title:

Senior / Principal Planning Consultant

Location:

Bristol or Cardiff

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.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable infrastructure and development, supporting nationally significant projects across sectors such as energy, transport, utilities, ports & harbours, and the built environment. The role offers excellent career progression, exposure to high-profile projects, and the chance to work within a collaborative, forward-thinking consultancy environment.

The Role

As a Senior / Principal Planning Consultant, you will play a key role in the delivery and management of complex planning projects, working closely with clients and multi-disciplinary teams. Responsibilities will include:

Acting as Planning Lead or supporting lead on a range of projects across multiple sectors
Managing and delivering planning inputs for complex infrastructure and development schemes
Leading or contributing to bids, tenders, and framework submissions
Acting as lead consultant on multi-disciplinary projects, including project management responsibilities
Mentoring and supporting junior members of the planning team
Supporting business development and strengthening client relationships
Working collaboratively with environmental, engineering, and design specialists

About You

To be successful in this role, you are likely to have:

A degree in Town Planning or a related discipline
MRTPI status or actively working towards chartership
Strong experience in planning applications and consenting regimes (e.g. TCPA, DCO, TWAO or similar)
Experience in strategic planning and planning policy
An understanding of EIA processes (desirable but not essential)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
The ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines and budgets
Confidence working within multi-disciplinary teams and engaging directly with clients

What's On Offer

Competitive salary depending on experience
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Clear progression opportunities within a supportive consultancy environment
Exposure to nationally significant and future-focused projects
A comprehensive benefits package covering wellbeing, financial security, and professional development

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)