Environmental Planner
Environmental Planner
We are seeking an experienced Environmental Planner to support the delivery of sustainable development and infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to contribute to high-quality planning outcomes, balancing environmental protection, community needs and commercial objectives across a varied portfolio of work.
Working collaboratively with planners, engineers, ecologists, consultants and public sector stakeholders, you will provide environmental planning advice throughout the project lifecycle. You will help ensure that proposals comply with relevant legislation, policy and best practice, while identifying opportunities to enhance biodiversity, climate resilience and environmental performance.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare and coordinate environmental planning assessments, reports and supporting documentation.
- Provide advice on planning applications, environmental impact assessments and related consent requirements.
- Review planning policies, environmental regulations and technical information to identify risks and opportunities.
- Coordinate input from specialist consultants and manage environmental aspects of project programmes.
- Engage with local authorities, statutory consultees, communities and other interested parties.
- Monitor project conditions, commitments and mitigation measures through design, construction and operation.
- Contribute to sustainability, biodiversity net gain, climate adaptation and natural capital initiatives.
- Support the preparation of tenders, fee proposals, project budgets and delivery programmes.
About you
You will have relevant experience in environmental planning, planning consultancy, development management or a related discipline. A degree or equivalent qualification in environmental planning, geography, environmental science, town planning or a similar subject is desirable. Membership of a relevant professional body would be advantageous.
You should have a sound understanding of the UK planning system and environmental legislation, together with the ability to interpret technical information and communicate it clearly to varied audiences. Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent organisation and attention to detail are essential. Experience managing multiple priorities and working effectively with multidisciplinary teams will be highly valued.
In return, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, develop your professional expertise and contribute to practical solutions for a more sustainable future. Flexible working arrangements and professional development support are available.
Environmental Planner
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