Senior Planner | Principal Planner - Infrastructure Consultant

Bristol

Location
Bristol
Job type
Permanent
Seniority
Lead
Posted

Job description

WE'RE HIRING: SENIOR / PRINCIPAL TOWN PLANNER

Location: Bristol
Salary: £38,000-£50,000, depending on experience

Are you an experienced Town Planner looking for your next career move? An established planning and design consultancy in Bristol is looking to expand its team with a talented Senior / Principal Town Planner.

BENEFITS

Competitive salary of £38,000-£50,000, depending on experience
Opportunity to work on a diverse range of exciting planning projects
Career progression within an established consultancy
Collaborative and supportive working environment
Opportunity to take ownership of projects and develop client relationships
Exposure to a variety of residential, commercial and mixed-use developmentsREQUIREMENTS

Relevant degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
MRTPI qualified or working towards chartership, depending on experience.
Previous experience within a planning consultancy or local authority.
Strong knowledge of UK planning legislation, policy and development management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Experience engaging with clients, stakeholders and local planning authorities.
A proactive and commercially aware approach to planning and development.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Managing and delivering planning applications from initial instruction through to determination.
Preparing planning statements, reports and supporting documentation.
Advising clients on planning policy, development potential and planning strategy.
Liaising with local planning authorities, consultants and key stakeholders.
Managing client relationships and supporting business development activities.
Coordinating multidisciplinary project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Providing planning advice across a range of development projects.
For Principal-level candidates, taking a lead role in project delivery, mentoring colleagues and contributing to the growth of the planning team.HOW TO APPLY

If you're considering your next move, or know someone who could be a great fit, I'd love to hear from you.

Send your CV to:

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Advert last confirmed live on 23 October 2026 · Partner reference 225753330