Director of National Planning

5 days ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Eden Scott Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Director of National Planning to join our Consultancy Client's National Development & Infrastructure Planning Team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering planning applications for residential, mixed-use developments, data centres, airports, retail, logistics and major infrastructure projects.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Developing new customer relationships and maintaining existing business
  • Directing and mentoring junior planners
  • Providing input into business plans and Chair Planning Meetings, influencing debate and contributing to discussion on operational matters
  • Preparing fee proposals and providing input into tender submissions
  • Preparing representations to Local Plan consultations, appearing at Local Plan Examinations and assisting with appeal co-ordination and statements of case
  • Presiding over small/medium & large projects including coordinating team members, project finances, overseeing solutions in line with the customer's expectations and ensuring delivery is on time

The ideal candidate for this role will have:

  • MRTPI or qualified in another relevant discipline
  • Experienced in large energy and infrastructure projects, including those requiring Environmental Impact Assessment, and those relating to Developments of National Significance and Development Control Orders
  • Full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute and experience of delivering consultancy to a range of customers
  • A demonstrable record of winning sustainable and commercially viable projects
  • Good financial and project management experience is essential

This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, collaborating with the Environment team and key stakeholders to deliver excellent advice and management to a variety of high-profile organisations/clients. The estimated salary for this role is £80,000 - £100,000 per annum, depending on experience.


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