Senior Town Planner
Location: Newcastle
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading multidisciplinary consultancy with deep roots in engineering, transport, geotechnical, and planning services. We’re seeking a Senior Town Planner to join their well-established Newcastle team.
Known for delivering high-quality planning solutions across sectors including residential, commercial, infrastructure, and energy, our client offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where technical expertise and strategic thinking are highly valued.
Role Overview
As a Senior Town Planner, you will:
* Lead and manage a diverse portfolio of planning projects-from applications through to appeals and development strategy.
* Prepare planning applications, development briefs, EIA submissions, and master plans.
* Collaborate with internal specialist teams (e.g., infrastructure, environmental, transport).
* Advise clients and engage with statutory bodies, community groups, and stakeholders.
* Mentor junior planners and support project delivery across complex, multidisciplinary schemes.
Candidate Profile
We’re looking for someone who:
* Holds MRTPI accreditation and 5-10 years of planning experience in consultancy (particularly in multidisciplinary environments).
* Has a deep understanding of UK planning policy and best practice in project delivery.
* Excels in communication, organisation, and client relationship management.
* Is skilled in integrating multi-disciplinary advice into cohesive planning strategies.
Why Join This Team
With this role, you’ll benefit from:
* A broad and prestigious range of projects across planning, infrastructure, and development sectors.
* A flexible, hybrid working arrangement based in Newcastle.
* Access to in-house expertise across engineering, environmental, and transport planning.
* Supportive career progression and a collaborative team culture.
If you’re a Senior Town Planner and interested in this exciting opportunity, get in touch!
Contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment
Phone: 01792 365006
Email: joel.bland@penguinrecruitment.co.uk
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