Graduate / Assistant Town Planner – Renewable Energy & Data Centre Projects
Location: Edinburgh
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Sector: Renewable Energy | Data Centres | Planning & Development
Are you a motivated town planning professional looking to make your mark in the fast-growing renewable energy and data centre sectors?
We’re seeking a Graduate or Assistant Town Planner to join a forward-thinking development team working on exciting sustainable infrastructure projects across the UK.
About the Role
You’ll play a key role in identifying, assessing, and supporting the delivery of renewable energy and data centre development opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your planning expertise in a fast-paced commercial environment while contributing to projects that are helping shape a greener, more connected future.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct front-end planning reviews of potential development sites, providing detailed, high-quality assessments for internal teams and investors.
* Carry out preliminary site assessments to evaluate suitability for development projects.
* Monitor local and national planning policy to identify new business opportunities and inform project strategy.
* Provide desk-based studies, baseline data collection, and policy interpretation within agreed deadlines.
* Support public consultations and stakeholder engagement activities.
* Offer administrative and technical support to the Planning Manager.
* Maintain accurate project documentation, including plans, permits, and correspondence.
What We’re Looking For
* Degree-level education in Town Planning or a related discipline, ideally accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).
* RTPI Licentiate membership (or working towards it), with a desire to progress to full Chartered status.
* Strong analytical, research, and written communication skills.
* An interest in renewable energy, sustainability, and infrastructure development.
* A proactive, detail-oriented approach and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
What’s on Offer
* The opportunity to work on cutting-edge renewable energy and data centre projects.
* Support toward RTPI Chartered status and professional development.
* A collaborative and supportive environment where your ideas and initiative are valued.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you’re passionate about sustainable development and want to grow your career in a sector that’s driving the UK’s net-zero transition, we’d love to hear from you.