We are recruiting a Senior Planning Lead for the largest environmental and planning consultancy in Ireland.
Benefits: Competitive salaries, hybrid working options, Pension, Health Insurance scheme, Corporate Rates for local Gyms, Life Assurance, Bonus days, Memberships, and Paternity Leave and Benefit, Bike to Work Scheme, and Social events.
Strategic Leadership and Team Growth
* You will be at the forefront of managing and building our talented multidisciplinary planning team in Dublin.
* Provide strategic direction for project delivery, team development, and office operations.
* You will actively recruit, mentor, and lead a high-performing planning team, ensuring both project delivery and the long-term growth of our Dublin office.
Expert project oversight and delivery
* Your experience will be vital in overseeing the preparation, coordination, and delivery of diverse planning applications, development plans, masterplans, and planning policy reports.
* You will ensure every project not only meets all planning and regulatory standards but also adheres to timelines and client expectations.
Impactful Client and Stakeholder Engagement
* Build and maintain strong relationships, engaging effectively with public and private sector clients, local authorities, developers, and community stakeholders.
* You will become a trusted representative for the company at public consultations, hearings, and professional forums.
Driving Business Development
* You will proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities across the planning and development sector.
* You'll lead or contribute to the preparation of proposals and tenders, securing major urban development and infrastructure projects which address the defining environmental and societal challenges of our time.
Championing Best Practice
* You will be an advocate for excellence, ensuring compliance with national and regional planning legislation, guidelines, and procedures.
* You will champion innovative and sustainable approaches to planning and urban development.
What we're looking for in you
We're looking for an experienced and strategic planner with a passion for shaping sustainable communities and leading high performing teams. Your expertise in the Irish planning system, combined with strong leadership and client engagement skills, makes you ideally suited for this pivotal role.
* A degree (and ideally a Master's) in Town Planning, Urban and Regional Planning, or a related field.
* Chartered Membership of the Irish Planning Institute (IPI) or equivalent professional body.
* A minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience, including experience in a leadership or senior management role.
* A proven track record in delivering complex planning applications and leading project teams.
* In-depth, comprehensive knowledge of the Irish planning system, legislation, and policy landscape.
* Exceptional client-facing, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Demonstrated experience managing budgets and resources within a consultancy or public sector environment.
Interested? Apply now!