Senior Planning Consultant - Edinburgh
Are you an experienced town planner looking for your next career move? My client, a leading independent planning consultancy, is expanding its Edinburgh team and is seeking a Senior Planning Consultant to play a key role in delivering high-profile projects across Scotland.
About the Role
As a Senior Planning Consultant, you will manage your own projects, lead planning applications and appeals, and provide expert advice across various development sectors, including energy, infrastructure, residential, retail, healthcare, and more. You will also contribute to strategic planning appraisals, development plan submissions, and client engagement, all while working in a dynamic and commercially driven environment.
What We're Looking For
Qualifications & Experience:
RTPI accredited degree/postgraduate qualification in Town Planning
Minimum of five years of postgraduate professional experience in ScotlandKey Skills:
Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage a varied workload and meet strict deadlines
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
A full driving license and access to a car
Why Join Us?
Work on a diverse range of exciting and impactful projects
Hybrid working options to support work-life balance
Competitive salary and attractive benefits package
Be part of an established and highly respected consultancy with a growing Scottish portfolioIf you are ambitious, commercially minded, and ready to take the next step in your planning career, we would love to hear from you.
Interested?
Contact Sofia Conte (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website.
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position