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Candidate Manager specialising in Residential Development, Town Planning, Infrastructure, Ecology, EIA and Renewable Energy
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled environmental planner to lead on complex development and infrastructure projects across the UK. Working within a growing, multidisciplinary team, you will oversee project delivery from feasibility to consent, advise on environmental and planning policy, and support junior team members—all while delivering meaningful outcomes for sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead or manage a small team to deliver environmental planning services across varied and sensitive sites
* Prepare feasibility assessments, screening/scoping reports, planning applications, and technical documentation
* Provide strategic input on environmental risk, design constraints, and mitigation strategies
* Act as the key client contact, ensuring quality and timely delivery of objectives
* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including local authorities, clients, and technical specialists
* Support wider business growth through cross-discipline collaboration and service integration
* Maintain project records, financial tracking, and billing accuracy
* Mentor and support junior colleagues through structured development and performance feedback
* Participate in internal initiatives, training, and knowledge sharing
* Ensure compliance with relevant planning, environmental, and contractual frameworks
What You’ll Bring
* Degree in Environmental Planning, Town Planning, or related subject
* Chartered membership (or working toward) with a relevant body (e.g. RTPI, IEMA)
* Solid understanding of UK environmental policy, planning law, and mitigation approaches
* Proven experience managing end-to-end project delivery with commercial awareness
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Experience preparing planning applications and technical assessments
* Leadership skills and experience mentoring junior staff
* Organised, proactive, and collaborative approach to working across teams
* Full UK driving licence
Salary & Benefits
* Generous holiday allowance including your birthday off
* Private health membership with wellness and fitness benefits
* Flexible working options to support work/life balance
* Enhanced family leave (maternity and paternity)
* Pension and life assurance (4x salary)
* Cycle to work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
* Paid study leave and career development support
* Sabbatical eligibility after 3 years’ service
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and mental health support
* National team events and regular local office socials
* Discounted retail gift cards and additional lifestyle perks
Why Apply?
* Take the lead on impactful environmental and planning projects across key sectors
* Be part of a supportive, ambitious, and values-driven team
* Shape your career through high-profile work, mentoring, and continuous development
* Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and a culture that champions collaboration and innovation
Interested?
To find out more, please contact Sue Greeff on 07458161399 or send your CV to sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Strategy/Planning, Writing/Editing, and Project Management
* Industries
Services for Renewable Energy, Data Infrastructure and Analytics, and Real Estate
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