Planning Director

Technical Director - Planning\n\nLocation: Flexible UK Locations | Hybrid Working Available\n\nShape Major Infrastructure and Development Projects Across the UK\n\nWe are partnering with a leading international engineering, design and project management consultancy to appoint an experienced Technical Director - Planning. This is a senior leadership opportunity for an established planning professional looking to influence some of the UK's most significant infrastructure, transportation, energy and development programmes.\n\nAs a Technical Director, you will play a pivotal role in driving planning strategy, leading multidisciplinary teams, developing client relationships and securing new business opportunities. This position offers the chance to work at the forefront of complex projects that are helping to shape the future of communities, connectivity and sustainable development.\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nYou will provide strategic planning leadership across a diverse portfolio of major projects, working closely with public and private sector clients to deliver successful planning outcomes.\n\nKey responsibilities will include:\n\nLeading planning inputs across major infrastructure and development projects.\nProviding expert advice on planning strategy, consenting and regulatory processes.\nManaging and mentoring a team of planning professionals.\nBuilding and maintaining strong client relationships at senior levels.\nIdentifying and securing new business opportunities through proposals and bids.\nCollaborating with technical specialists across environmental, engineering and design disciplines.\nActing as a trusted advisor to clients, stakeholders and project teams.\nSupporting the growth and strategic direction of the planning business.\n\nAbout You\n\nWe are keen to speak with experienced planning professionals who can demonstrate:\n\nSignificant experience within town planning, infrastructure planning or environmental planning.\nA proven track record of leading complex planning projects and multidisciplinary teams.\nStrong commercial awareness and business development capability.\nExcellent stakeholder engagement and client management skills.\nDetailed knowledge of UK planning legislation, policy and consenting frameworks.\nChartered status through the RTPI or an equivalent professional body.\nThe ability to operate confidently at both strategic and technical levels.\n\nWhat's on Offer\n\nA senior leadership position within a highly respected consultancy.\nThe opportunity to work on nationally significant projects and programmes.\nA collaborative and inclusive working environment.\nFlexible and hybrid working arrangements.\nCompetitive salary and executive-level benefits package.\nClear opportunities for further career progression and influence within the business.\n\nInterested?\n\nIf you are an ambitious planning leader seeking the opportunity to shape major projects, develop high-performing teams and play a key role in the growth of a market-leading consultancy, we would welcome a confidential discussion