Principal Town Planner - Leeds
Location: Leeds
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role:
My client, a prominent environmental consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services across a range of sectors, is seeking an experienced Principal Town Planner to join their team in Leeds. The company has a diverse portfolio of clients and projects, focusing on creating sustainable, innovative solutions in urban planning and development. This role offers the opportunity to take a lead on complex, high-profile planning projects, providing strategic advice and overseeing the successful delivery of planning applications and development strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
*Lead and manage multiple, complex town planning projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
*Provide high-level strategic advice on planning policy, land use, and development opportunities.
*Prepare and submit planning applications, development frameworks, and masterplans.
*Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and local authorities to drive projects forward.
*Mentor and support junior staff, fostering their professional development.
*Conduct feasibility studies, site appraisals, and planning assessments.
*Maintain up-to-date knowledge of planning policy, legislation, and best practice.
*Contribute to business development and support in winning new projects.
Requirements:
*A degree in Town Planning or a related field.
*MRTPI (Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute) status is essential.
*Significant experience in town planning, with a proven track record in managing large and complex projects.
*Deep understanding of planning legislation, policy, and the development process.
*Strong leadership and project management skills, with experience managing teams.
*Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
*Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Why Join?
The company offers a supportive and collaborative work environment, with a strong emphasis on professional development and career progression. With a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work on a diverse range of impactful projects, this is a great opportunity for a Principal Town Planner looking to enhance their career.
Interested?
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