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)