Leeds
Building, Construction
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
22/07/2025
12/08/2025
Job Title: Technical Director / Associate Director - Planning
Location: Leeds
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
We're working with one of the UK's most progressive multi-disciplinary consultancies to appoint a Planning Technical Director or Associate Director for their growing team in Leeds.
This is a leadership-level role suited to someone with a strong planning background and a passion for shaping major infrastructure, environmental, and development projects across the UK.
The role
You'll join a national team of over 60 planners within a wider Environment Practice that's driving innovation in sustainable infrastructure, Net Zero, ESG, and digital transformation. As a senior member of the team, you'll lead on key projects, manage client relationships, support business growth, and mentor colleagues.
Key responsibilities include:
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Delivering high-quality town planning consultancy services across major infrastructure and development schemes
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Leading bids, managing resources, and ensuring governance and commercial oversight
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Building strong client relationships and identifying new work opportunities
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Collaborating with technical teams across planning, environment, transport, and energy
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Managing and developing junior team members through coaching and reviews
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Supporting the strategic growth of the Northern planning team
What we're looking for:
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Chartered RTPI planner with a strong academic and professional background
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Extensive planning experience in consultancy or a similar environment
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Strong commercial awareness and experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects
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Proven leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
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A collaborative mindset and the confidence to drive innovation and growth
What's on offer:
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Competitive salary and car allowance
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Flexible working and support for career progression
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Diverse, inclusive working culture with strong networks and mentoring
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Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects across energy, transport, water, and housing
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A leadership position within one of the UK's most respected consultancy teams
To explore this opportunity in confidence, get in touch today.