99 Director Of Infrastructure jobs in the United Kingdom

Plannind Director - Infrastructure

Greater Manchester, North West £90000 - £120000 Annually Penguin Recruitment

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permanent
Infrastructure Planning Director

Location: Bristol, Oxford, Manchester offices
Company: Leading Independent Planning and Design Consultancy

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Infrastructure Planning Director to join a highly respected independent planning, design, and environmental consultancy. The company is recognised nationally for its creative, sustainable, and collaborative approach to infrastructure and development projects.

With a clear three-year business plan focused on growth within the infrastructure sector, this newly created role will play a pivotal part in driving strategic development, shaping market presence, and delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK.

The Opportunity

The Infrastructure Planning Director will lead and manage a team of planners, focusing on infrastructure-related strategy, projects, tenders, and business development. You will be instrumental in promoting and securing major infrastructure projects through both TCPA consents and Development Consent Orders (DCOs), working closely with environmental, design, and planning specialists across the business.

This position offers the chance to help shape the consultancy's evolving infrastructure strategy - driving growth, deepening market penetration, and strengthening the firm's position as a leader in sustainable and design-led infrastructure delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage planners focused on major infrastructure projects and business development opportunities.
  • Oversee the promotion of infrastructure development through TCPA and DCO consenting routes.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance DCO capability and ensure sufficient expertise and resources.
  • Drive new business and client relationships through an interdisciplinary and entrepreneurial approach.
  • Work with senior directors to set strategic goals for expanding the consultancy's infrastructure presence.
  • Coordinate with planning, design, and environmental teams to deliver integrated, high-quality project outcomes.
  • Represent the business externally, enhancing visibility and reputation in the infrastructure sector.
  • Support and mentor team members, contributing to professional development and project success.

Key Sectors

The role will focus on a range of infrastructure markets, including:

  • Energy (solar, wind, tidal, hydrogen, carbon capture)
  • Grid systems and connectivity projects
  • Transport (rail, ports, and major public infrastructure)
  • Water (supply, reservoirs, flood management, and river systems)
  • Natural and spatial infrastructure (land use, natural capital, and regional strategy)

About You

  • Proven track record of securing TCPA consents for infrastructure projects.
  • Experience devising and delivering consenting strategies for DCOs.
  • Strong understanding of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and environmental coordination.
  • Commercially astute with a strong network and awareness of emerging infrastructure opportunities.
  • Demonstrable business development experience within planning or related consultancy fields.
  • Skilled in managing teams and collaborating across disciplines.
  • Ideally, experience in large-scale infrastructure development, including work in Wales .

The Offer

This is a rare opportunity to join a business that truly values interdisciplinary collaboration, creative problem-solving, and sustainable outcomes. The consultancy offers:

  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities and clear career progression
  • A collaborative, people-first culture with strong leadership support

Interested?
Contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment :
Email: (url removed)
Phone: (phone number removed)


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Plannind Director - Infrastructure

Bristol, South West £90000 - £120000 Annually Penguin Recruitment

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Infrastructure Planning Director

Location: Bristol, Oxford, Manchester offices
Company: Leading Independent Planning and Design Consultancy

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Infrastructure Planning Director to join a highly respected independent planning, design, and environmental consultancy. The company is recognised nationally for its creative, sustainable, and collaborative approach to infrastructure and development projects.

With a clear three-year business plan focused on growth within the infrastructure sector, this newly created role will play a pivotal part in driving strategic development, shaping market presence, and delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK.

The Opportunity

The Infrastructure Planning Director will lead and manage a team of planners, focusing on infrastructure-related strategy, projects, tenders, and business development. You will be instrumental in promoting and securing major infrastructure projects through both TCPA consents and Development Consent Orders (DCOs), working closely with environmental, design, and planning specialists across the business.

This position offers the chance to help shape the consultancy's evolving infrastructure strategy - driving growth, deepening market penetration, and strengthening the firm's position as a leader in sustainable and design-led infrastructure delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage planners focused on major infrastructure projects and business development opportunities.
  • Oversee the promotion of infrastructure development through TCPA and DCO consenting routes.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance DCO capability and ensure sufficient expertise and resources.
  • Drive new business and client relationships through an interdisciplinary and entrepreneurial approach.
  • Work with senior directors to set strategic goals for expanding the consultancy's infrastructure presence.
  • Coordinate with planning, design, and environmental teams to deliver integrated, high-quality project outcomes.
  • Represent the business externally, enhancing visibility and reputation in the infrastructure sector.
  • Support and mentor team members, contributing to professional development and project success.

Key Sectors

The role will focus on a range of infrastructure markets, including:

  • Energy (solar, wind, tidal, hydrogen, carbon capture)
  • Grid systems and connectivity projects
  • Transport (rail, ports, and major public infrastructure)
  • Water (supply, reservoirs, flood management, and river systems)
  • Natural and spatial infrastructure (land use, natural capital, and regional strategy)

About You

  • Proven track record of securing TCPA consents for infrastructure projects.
  • Experience devising and delivering consenting strategies for DCOs.
  • Strong understanding of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and environmental coordination.
  • Commercially astute with a strong network and awareness of emerging infrastructure opportunities.
  • Demonstrable business development experience within planning or related consultancy fields.
  • Skilled in managing teams and collaborating across disciplines.
  • Ideally, experience in large-scale infrastructure development, including work in Wales .

The Offer

This is a rare opportunity to join a business that truly values interdisciplinary collaboration, creative problem-solving, and sustainable outcomes. The consultancy offers:

  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities and clear career progression
  • A collaborative, people-first culture with strong leadership support

Interested?
Contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment :
Email: (url removed)
Phone: (phone number removed)



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Director - Infrastructure Planning

London, London £80000 - £95000 Annually Mattinson Partnership

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Director - Infrastructure Planning

A prestigious planning and engagement consultancy, renowned for its work on significant infrastructure projects, is seeking dynamic individuals for a Planning Director. This is a unique chance to lead and influence major projects across the rail, road, water, and energy sectors, working closely with clients on a day-to-day basis.

Why This Role Stands Out:

- Impactful Work: Be at the forefront of transformative infrastructure projects, from initiation through to operation.
- Client Interaction: Engage directly with clients, ensuring your expertise shapes the future of essential public services.
- Career Growth: Join a consultancy that values professional development and offers a clear pathway for career advancement.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and innovative setting.

Key Responsibilities:

- Project Leadership: Oversee the planning and execution of infrastructure projects from inception to completion, ensuring all objectives are met.
- Strategic Development: Develop and implement strategic plans and policies that drive project success.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with government bodies, local authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless project progression.
- Budget and Timeline Management: Manage project budgets and timelines, ensuring efficient use of resources.
- Expert Advice: Provide expert advice on planning and development issues, contributing to the consultancy's reputation for excellence.

Skills and Experience Required:

- Proven Experience: Demonstrable experience in town planning, particularly within the infrastructure sector.
- Leadership Skills: Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and guide a team.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement strategic plans that align with project goals.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex planning and development issues.

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Planning / EIA Director – Infrastructure

Newcastle upon Tyne, North East PropSource Consulting

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We’re working with a leading national consultancy to appoint a senior leader, either a Planning Director or an EIA Director to drive growth in the North of England and North Wales. This is a career defining opportunity to lead nationally significant infrastructure and energy projects while shaping and expanding a northern team. Key responsibilities: Lead and grow a regional practice delivering major projects across energy, renewables, hydrogen, storage, carbon capture, water, waste, transport, and ports. Take responsibility for project direction whether through planning consents (DCO, NSIP, TWAO) or environmental impact assessments. Build and nurture client relationships, identifying opportunities and driving business development across the region. Play a key role in succession planning for the wider national infrastructure team. Collaborate with technical specialists across multiple disciplines to deliver joined-up solutions. We’d like to hear from senior professionals with: A proven background in infrastructure planning and/or EIA delivery, ideally with major consents or complex environmental projects. Experience leading, mentoring, and growing teams. RTPI, IEMA or equivalent professional membership. Strong commercial awareness and business development skills. Confidence in managing high-profile projects and clients at director level. Willingness to travel nationally as part of a connected, multi-disciplinary team. Why Join? Lead and grow a northern presence within a well established national team. Deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, nationally significant infrastructure schemes. Contribute directly to net zero and the future of energy and infrastructure. Benefit from strong leadership support and a clear career path. Package: Salary is competitive dependent on experience and skillset Market-leading bonus scheme Private healthcare (including immediate family) 30 days annual leave public holidays Paid professional subscriptions Opportunities to attend major industry events (e.g., UKREiiF) Ambitious Associate Directors (Planning or EIA) who are ready to step up will also be considered. For more information DM Chloe Plowright Email me on All conversations will be treated with confidentiality and no obligation. If this position isn’t right for you but you know a suitable candidate, we would be pleased to receive an introduction. We offer a referral incentive of up to £1,000 should your recommendation result in a successful hire (subject to salary level).
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Planning / EIA Director – Infrastructure

Newcastle upon Tyne, North East PropSource Consulting

Posted 3 days ago

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We’re working with a leading national consultancy to appoint a senior leader, either a Planning Director or an EIA Director to drive growth in the North of England and North Wales. This is a career defining opportunity to lead nationally significant infrastructure and energy projects while shaping and expanding a northern team.


Key responsibilities:

  • Lead and grow a regional practice delivering major projects across energy, renewables, hydrogen, storage, carbon capture, water, waste, transport, and ports.
  • Take responsibility for project direction whether through planning consents (DCO, NSIP, TWAO) or environmental impact assessments.
  • Build and nurture client relationships, identifying opportunities and driving business development across the region.
  • Play a key role in succession planning for the wider national infrastructure team.
  • Collaborate with technical specialists across multiple disciplines to deliver joined-up solutions.


We’d like to hear from senior professionals with:

  • A proven background in infrastructure planning and/or EIA delivery, ideally with major consents or complex environmental projects.
  • Experience leading, mentoring, and growing teams.
  • RTPI, IEMA or equivalent professional membership.
  • Strong commercial awareness and business development skills.
  • Confidence in managing high-profile projects and clients at director level.
  • Willingness to travel nationally as part of a connected, multi-disciplinary team.


Why Join?

  • Lead and grow a northern presence within a well established national team.
  • Deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, nationally significant infrastructure schemes.
  • Contribute directly to net zero and the future of energy and infrastructure.
  • Benefit from strong leadership support and a clear career path.


Package:

  • Salary is competitive dependent on experience and skillset
  • Market-leading bonus scheme
  • Private healthcare (including immediate family)
  • 30 days annual leave + public holidays
  • Paid professional subscriptions
  • Opportunities to attend major industry events (e.g., UKREiiF)


Ambitious Associate Directors (Planning or EIA) who are ready to step up will also be considered.


For more information

DM Chloe Plowright

Email me on

All conversations will be treated with confidentiality and no obligation.


If this position isn’t right for you but you know a suitable candidate, we would be pleased to receive an introduction. We offer a referral incentive of up to £1,000 should your recommendation result in a successful hire (subject to salary level).

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Planning / EIA Director - Infrastructure

Newcastle upon Tyne, North East PropSource Consulting

Posted today

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Job Description

We’re working with a leading national consultancy to appoint a senior leader, either a Planning Director or an EIA Director to drive growth in the North of England and North Wales. This is a career defining opportunity to lead nationally significant infrastructure and energy projects while shaping and expanding a northern team.


Key responsibilities:

  • Lead and grow a regional practice delivering major projects across energy, renewables, hydrogen, storage, carbon capture, water, waste, transport, and ports.
  • Take responsibility for project direction whether through planning consents (DCO, NSIP, TWAO) or environmental impact assessments.
  • Build and nurture client relationships, identifying opportunities and driving business development across the region.
  • Play a key role in succession planning for the wider national infrastructure team.
  • Collaborate with technical specialists across multiple disciplines to deliver joined-up solutions.


We’d like to hear from senior professionals with:

  • A proven background in infrastructure planning and/or EIA delivery, ideally with major consents or complex environmental projects.
  • Experience leading, mentoring, and growing teams.
  • RTPI, IEMA or equivalent professional membership.
  • Strong commercial awareness and business development skills.
  • Confidence in managing high-profile projects and clients at director level.
  • Willingness to travel nationally as part of a connected, multi-disciplinary team.


Why Join?

  • Lead and grow a northern presence within a well established national team.
  • Deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, nationally significant infrastructure schemes.
  • Contribute directly to net zero and the future of energy and infrastructure.
  • Benefit from strong leadership support and a clear career path.


Package:

  • Salary is competitive dependent on experience and skillset
  • Market-leading bonus scheme
  • Private healthcare (including immediate family)
  • 30 days annual leave + public holidays
  • Paid professional subscriptions
  • Opportunities to attend major industry events (e.g., UKREiiF)


Ambitious Associate Directors (Planning or EIA) who are ready to step up will also be considered.


For more information

DM Chloe Plowright

Email me on

All conversations will be treated with confidentiality and no obligation.


If this position isn’t right for you but you know a suitable candidate, we would be pleased to receive an introduction. We offer a referral incentive of up to £1,000 should your recommendation result in a successful hire (subject to salary level).

This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.

Associate Director/Technical Director - Infrastructure

Mattinson Partnership

Posted 12 days ago

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full time
Role:

Provide town planning services to public and private sector clients on major infrastructure and regeneration projects across London and other regions in the UK.



Responsibilities:



* Prepare and submit planning and consent applications, including those related to Hybrid Bills, Transport & Works Act Orders, and Development Consent Orders, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

* Conduct research on relevant planning policies, legislation, and sector-specific regulations early in project development to provide strategic planning advice.

* Assist in negotiations with local authorities, statutory bodies, and third parties to secure agreements on planning matters.

* Develop and maintain consents management plans and registers.

* Advise multidisciplinary teams on the preparation of drawings and supplementary planning documents for submission.

* Monitor construction activities to ensure full compliance with planning consents and directives.

* Engage in consultations with stakeholders and third parties to facilitate planning processes.



Experience and Skills Required:



* RTPI-accredited degree.

* Chartered membership with the RTPI or actively working towards it.

* Significant experience in planning, gained in consultancy and/or local government.

* Proven expertise in major infrastructure planning, including application preparation and appeals.

* Strong report-writing skills with excellent attention to detail.

* Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

* Experience in stakeholder engagement within the planning process.
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Town Planner -Associate Director (Infrastructure Planning)

Bristol, South West WSP USA

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**What if you could shape a career as unique as you?**
At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
WSP is an award-winning consultancy that employees the largest number of chartered town planners across the UK, operating within both the infrastructure and property markets.
It has never been a more exciting time to join WSP's market-leading Infrastructure Planning Team. With notable contract and framework awards in 2024 from National Grid as part of the Great Grid Partnership, Nuclear Waste Services as well as awards from many other clients, we have a great foundation for growth in 2025.
Our key clients include National Grid, East West Rail, EET Fuels, Eni UK, National Gas, SSE, Scottish Power Renewables, Southern Water, United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, and many more.
Our success as a team is built on employing highly skilled consenting specialists that have experience in serving a diverse portfolio of clients in the energy, renewables, nuclear, net zero, water, rail and transportation and aviation sectors.
To continue to sustainably grow as a business, we are looking to recruit an Associate Director in our Bristol office. You will already be experienced at delivering multi-disciplinary projects under the Town and Country Planning Act and the Planning Act 2008 and can line manage and support those in our team to do this, to help meet the needs of our many clients and projects. We are also interested to hear from people that have experience in securing consents for major projects by means of Planning (Wales) Act 2015, Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act, Transport and Works Act Order or the Electricity Act.
To find out more about our Infrastructure Planning business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Infrastructure planning and consulting | WSP ( we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Providing line management, support, and guidance to junior consultants and overseeing their work
+ Organising and managing work in a professional and responsible manner, collaborating closely across multi-disciplinary planning, land and environmental teams
+ Providing technical advice to clients and managing their consenting requirements
+ Preparing consent applications which may include applications under the Electricity Act, the Town and Country Planning Acts, Transport and Works Order, and the Planning Act 2008.
+ Project management with effective budgetary control
+ Desk studies, research, data management and report writing.
+ Leading and preparing tender submissions and where required presenting to tenderers.
+ Degree level qualification in town planning (or equivalent).
+ Member of (or eligible for) the RTPI.
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the
best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
**#L1-JC2**
We are one of the world's 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.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our 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.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP 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._
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Town Planner -Associate Director (Infrastructure Planning)

Greater Manchester, North West WSP USA

Posted 2 days ago

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**What if you could shape a career as unique as you?**
At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
WSP is an award-winning consultancy that employees the largest number of chartered town planners across the UK, operating within both the infrastructure and property markets.
It has never been a more exciting time to join WSP's market-leading Infrastructure Planning Team. With notable contract and framework awards in 2024 from National Grid as part of the Great Grid Partnership, Nuclear Waste Services as well as awards from many other clients, we have a great foundation for growth in 2025.
Our key clients include National Grid, East West Rail, EET Fuels, Eni UK, National Gas, SSE, Scottish Power Renewables, Southern Water, United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, and many more.
Our success as a team is built on employing highly skilled consenting specialists that have experience in serving a diverse portfolio of clients in the energy, renewables, nuclear, net zero, water, rail and transportation and aviation sectors.
To continue to sustainably grow as a business, we are looking to recruit an Associate Director in our Manchester office. You will already be experienced at delivering multi-disciplinary projects under the Town and Country Planning Act and the Planning Act 2008 and can line manage and support those in our team to do this, to help meet the needs of our many clients and projects. We are also interested to hear from people that have experience in securing consents for major projects by means of Planning (Wales) Act 2015, Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act, Transport and Works Act Order or the Electricity Act.
To find out more about our Infrastructure Planning business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Infrastructure planning and consulting | WSP ( we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Providing line management, support, and guidance to junior consultants and overseeing their work
+ Organising and managing work in a professional and responsible manner, collaborating closely across multi-disciplinary planning, land and environmental teams
+ Providing technical advice to clients and managing their consenting requirements
+ Preparing consent applications which may include applications under the Electricity Act, the Town and Country Planning Acts, Transport and Works Order, and the Planning Act 2008.
+ Project management with effective budgetary control
+ Desk studies, research, data management and report writing.
+ Leading and preparing tender submissions and where required presenting to tenderers.
+ Degree level qualification in town planning (or equivalent).
+ Member of (or eligible for) the RTPI.
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the
best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
**#L1-JC2**
We are one of the world's 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.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our 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.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP 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._
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Town Planner -Associate Director (Infrastructure Planning)

Birmingham, West Midlands WSP USA

Posted 2 days ago

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**What if you could shape a career as unique as you?**
At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
WSP is an award-winning consultancy that employees the largest number of chartered town planners across the UK, operating within both the infrastructure and property markets.
It has never been a more exciting time to join WSP's market-leading Infrastructure Planning Team. With notable contract and framework awards in 2024 from National Grid as part of the Great Grid Partnership, Nuclear Waste Services as well as awards from many other clients, we have a great foundation for growth in 2025.
Our key clients include National Grid, East West Rail, EET Fuels, Eni UK, National Gas, SSE, Scottish Power Renewables, Southern Water, United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, and many more.
Our success as a team is built on employing highly skilled consenting specialists that have experience in serving a diverse portfolio of clients in the energy, renewables, nuclear, net zero, water, rail and transportation and aviation sectors.
To continue to sustainably grow as a business, we are looking to recruit an Associate Director in our Birmingham office. You will already be experienced at delivering multi-disciplinary projects under the Town and Country Planning Act and the Planning Act 2008 and can line manage and support those in our team to do this, to help meet the needs of our many clients and projects. We are also interested to hear from people that have experience in securing consents for major projects by means of Planning (Wales) Act 2015, Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act, Transport and Works Act Order or the Electricity Act.
To find out more about our Infrastructure Planning business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Infrastructure planning and consulting | WSP ( we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Providing line management, support, and guidance to junior consultants and overseeing their work
+ Organising and managing work in a professional and responsible manner, collaborating closely across multi-disciplinary planning, land and environmental teams
+ Providing technical advice to clients and managing their consenting requirements
+ Preparing consent applications which may include applications under the Electricity Act, the Town and Country Planning Acts, Transport and Works Order, and the Planning Act 2008.
+ Project management with effective budgetary control
+ Desk studies, research, data management and report writing.
+ Leading and preparing tender submissions and where required presenting to tenderers.
+ Degree level qualification in town planning (or equivalent).
+ Member of (or eligible for) the RTPI.
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the
best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
**#L1-JC2**
We are one of the world's 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.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our 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.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP 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._
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