Principal Town Planner

This Principal Town Planner opportunity is built around leading and assist in the delivery of major development applications. It would suit someone who can bring strong professional approach to the role.

How the role is set up

AECOM is a top ten UK planning consultancy by size, employing more than 70 Chartered or Licentiate Planners. AECOM’s rapidly growing Town Planning team plays a key role in delivering major infrastructure and development projects.

Where someone would start

Leading and assist in the delivery of major development applications. Coordinating multi-disciplinary teams across various project types. Submit and manage planning applications, including liaising and negotiating with local planning authorities and key stakeholders.

What helps someone build confidence

Strong professional approach.

What is expected

• A business development mindset, with demonstrable experience of work winning and developing relationships with existing and new clients.
• Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
• Significant relevant experience of leading applications for planning consent for large infrastructure projects across a range of consenting regimes.

Job details

• Identify opportunities and build client relationships.
• Lead and contribute to the preparation of successful commercial tenders.
• Contribute to business development in specific market sectors, including sector strategy.
• Participate in internal and external meetings with stakeholders.