Location
Glasgow
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
13/05/2026
Closing date
03/06/2026
Job Title: Senior Town Planner
Location: Glasgow
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly regarded multidisciplinary design and planning consultancy in Glasgow in the appointment of an experienced Planner or Senior Planner to join their growing Planning Team.
This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking practice involved in a diverse portfolio of high-profile and award-winning developments across a range of sectors including residential, healthcare, commercial, defence, transport, energy, stadia/events, masterplanning, and film studios.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Planning Director and wider project teams, providing expert town planning consultancy services to both public and private sector clients.
The Role
The Planner / Senior Planner will support the delivery of a wide range of planning projects and will play a key role in advising clients on planning strategy, development opportunities, and associated consenting requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and present planning advice clearly and effectively in both written and verbal formats
* Develop planning strategies in collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary project teams
* Manage, submit, and negotiate planning applications and appeals through all stages of the process
* Prepare and manage representations and supporting documentation
* Produce Planning Statements, appraisal documents, and strategic planning advice
* Maintain a strong understanding of evolving planning legislation, policy, and guidance
* Liaise effectively with technical consultants and stakeholders across projects
* Act as a key client contact and manage projects with minimal supervision where required
Skills & Experience
* RTPI accredited with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience
* Proven experience providing planning consultancy services on major development projects
* Background within either the public or private sector will be considered
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Experience engaging directly with clients, Local Authority officers, consultants, and members of the public
* Strong project management and organisational skills
* Comfortable working independently and managing client relationships
* Full clean UK driving licence required
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Planner looking to join a respected consultancy with an excellent reputation, varied project portfolio, and strong commitment to professional development.
Interested?