Cobalt Recruitment
Planner to Senior Town Planner
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We’re looking for a Planner to Senior Town Planner to join a growing infrastructure consents team, supporting the delivery of major projects across the UK.
This is a great opportunity for a Town Planner looking to develop specialist experience across energy, renewables, electricity transmission, transport and wider infrastructure, including exposure to NSIPs and DCOs.
The Role
You’ll support planning and consenting strategies for complex infrastructure projects, including:
- Preparing and managing planning and consent applications.
- Identifying planning constraints, risks, and opportunities.
- Supporting DCO, TCPA, TWAO, and Section 36 processes.
- Liaising with clients, stakeholders, and statutory consultees.
- Coordinating with multidisciplinary project teams.
- Supporting consultation, reporting, and project delivery.
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About You
We’re looking for someone with:
- 2–3+ years’ experience for Planner level or 4+ years for Senior Planner.
- Good knowledge of UK town planning legislation and processes.
- Experience preparing planning applications and submissions.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- An interest in developing a career within major infrastructure.
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Previous infrastructure, energy, renewables, or transport experience would be beneficial, while NSIP/DCO experience is advantageous but not essential.
When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via sgreeff@cobaltrecruitment.com or 07458161399.
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