Overview
Join to apply for the Senior/Principal Town Planner (Planning Consultancy) role at WSP. The Planning Consultancy team in Central Bristol specialise in providing commercial planning advice to a wide-range of private and public sector clients. It is a growing front end development team which advises on development proposals throughout all stages of the planning process from feasibility, plan promotion, application, EIA and appeal. Our projects range from complex city centre regeneration sites, tall buildings, high density housing, strategic housing promotion, repurposing town centres, retail development, sports and leisure, logistics and major business parks, through to detailed listed building reuse. We act for developers, land owners, home builders, registered providers, financial institutions, strategic promoters, retailers and operators. We are proud to be involved in leading some of the regions largest and most high-profile schemes.
At WSP, youll find yourself challenged in more fascinating and far-reaching ways than ever before. Youll explore new and inspiring opportunities to make the most of your expertise, broaden your professional horizons and create exciting new possibilities for people, organisations and society in general. We are a global firm with opportunities to work on landmark projects and a culture that values curiosity and diverse perspectives.
We are one of the worlds leading engineering, professional services and technical consultancy firms. Our aim is to reach beyond the expected to deliver work with long-lasting impact.
Were looking for Senior/Principal Planners with demonstrable experience, with the confidence and initiative to run projects themselves, but also work within a team on large scale projects. Ideally, you already have private sector experience, but this is not a pre-requisite.
Responsibilities
* Devising planning strategies, assessing sites planning history and relevant planning policies contained within a development plan; as well as national planning policy and guidance.
* Preparing briefing notes that set out the likelihood of achieving planning permission for housing or employment uses.
* Drafting planning statements in a clear and persuasive way, to support development proposals.
* Leading planning aspects in multidisciplinary teams delivering planning projects.
* Attending site visits, design team and client meetings.
* Managing project delivery and budgetary control.
* Working collaboratively with colleagues from across WSP, for example in the Transport or Sustainability Teams, to ensure their advice is factored into the combined advice provided to clients by WSP.
* Monitoring planning applications and liaising with clients and teams to respond to consultation feedback.
What we are looking for
* Strong technical skills
* A commercial approach to planning consultancy and development.
* A desire to work in a growing planning team, surrounded and supported by a raft of fellow professionals.
* Strong organisational and communication skills.
* Strong analytical skills
* Drive and determination
What we offer
* Hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
* Inclusive and Belonging culture with employee resource groups to promote a positive and inclusive workplace.
* Health and wellbeing benefits through our Thrive programme, including a Virtual GP service with NHS/Irish Medical Council GP access, and a menopause support package. Gymflex scheme with up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our benefits program.
* Flexibility: WSP My Hour to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the option to adjust time earlier or later; part-time and flexible working arrangements, and the ability to use bank holiday entitlement as needed.
* Development: training, mentoring, and Chartership support.
About Us
We are one of the worlds leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
EEO / Inclusion
We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Take the next step
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today.
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