Job Description
Town Planning Consultant Location: Sidcup, London
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing multi-disciplinary consultancy in their search for a Town Planning Consultant or Project Manager with specific Town Planning experience to join their expanding development team in Sidcup.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking consultancy that provides a full range of design, engineering, and consultancy services to the built environment. The role offers the chance to work closely with senior leadership and play a key part in developing the planning consultancy offering within the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide planning advice on development proposals to internal teams and external clients.
* Prepare, submit, and manage a wide range of planning applications, from small residential schemes to large-scale residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.
* Offer estate rationalisation advice and support on planning strategy.
* Manage and support planning appeals.
* Interpret planning policy to maximise development potential and deliver planning-led value.
* Work collaboratively with consultants and contractors to deliver integrated planning solutions.
* Liaise with local authorities and stakeholders throughout the planning process.
About You
* A degree or formal qualification in Town Planning, Urban & Regional Planning, or a related discipline.
* Experience in planning consultancy, development management, or a related role.
* Knowledge of UK planning policy and application processes.
* Strong communication and project management skills.
* Experience working with local authorities is advantageous.
* Ambitious, proactive, and keen to develop a long-term career in planning consultancy.
Benefits
* Flexible working arrangements
* Healthcare and life assurance
* Incentive and long service schemes
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Annual leave with buy/sell/carry-over options
* Cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loan
* A supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine career progression opportunities
Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792 362 010 or
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