Overview

Town Planning & Consents Lead (Associate Director to Director Levels) (Infrastructure Planning) - Major Projects at WSP in the UK & Ireland.

Join to apply for this role. We are looking for experienced town planners or consents specialists to lead consenting inputs on major and nationally significant infrastructure projects. The successful candidates will have demonstrable experience at leading multi-disciplinary teams to secure approvals for major projects via the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the Planning Act 2008, and related regimes such as the Planning Act 2015, Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act, Transport and Works Act Order or the Electricity Act.

Responsibilities

• Leading consenting inputs on major infrastructure projects (DCOs, DNSs, TWAOs etc.)


• Providing technical advice to clients and managing their consenting requirements


• Co-ordinating the preparation and submission of consent applications under the Town and Country Planning Acts, the Planning Act 2008 or other regimes listed above


• Acting as Project Director for projects led and managed by the Infrastructure Planning and Engagement business


• Leading complex negotiations with statutory bodies and stakeholders on behalf of clients


• Acting as Planning Expert Witness at DCO examinations or other hearings or inquiries


• Supporting the Service Line Director and Sector Leads to pursue new work opportunities in line with WSPs Growth Strategy and taking on a Sector Leadership role as appropriate


• Line management and mentoring colleagues to support project delivery


• Degree level qualification in town planning (or equivalent)


• Member of or eligible for the RTPI


• Strong understanding of project finances


• Sound project management experience, ideally within a consultancy environment

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Sales

Industries

• Professional Services

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

What’s in it for you?

Work-life balance: At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity and belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Health and wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives access to a GP at a time and place that suits you, and we provide reasonable workplace adjustments, a Gymflex scheme and menopause support.

Flex your time: WSP My Hour allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities with flexibility to adjust time as needed. We offer part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development: We invest in your growth through training, mentoring and Chartership opportunities.

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