Location
Birmingham
Industry sector
Environment
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
18/03/2026
Closing date
08/04/2026
Job Title: Senior / Principal Town Planner
Locations: Birmingham, Exeter, London
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a highly respected and fast-growing town planning consultancy in their search for talented Senior and Principal Town Planners to join their expanding team.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a nationally recognised consultancy known for delivering dynamic, commercially focused planning advice and securing high-quality, deliverable consents across England and Wales.
Why Join?
Our client has built a strong reputation in the industry, with recent achievements including:
* National recognition for excellence in infrastructure planning
* Multiple shortlistings for prestigious "Planning Consultancy of the Year" awards
* A leading position in championing diversity within the planning profession
* Continued recognition at a national level for consultancy excellence
Despite these achievements, their core focus remains on their people. They have cultivated a collaborative, inclusive culture where planners at every stage of their careers are supported to grow and succeed.
The Opportunity
With offices across the UK and a balanced hybrid working model (typically 3 days in the office, 2 from home), this role offers both flexibility and strong team engagement.
You will:
* Lead and manage a variety of planning projects
* Provide strategic planning advice to a diverse client base
* Support and mentor junior team members
* Play an active role in business development and client relationships
* Contribute to delivering successful planning outcomes across sectors
What We're Looking For
* MRTPI qualified (or working towards for Senior level)
* Strong experience in town planning (private or public sector)
* Excellent communication and project management skills
* A proactive, collaborative approach
* A desire to contribute to a growing and ambitious consultancy
Culture & Development
This organisation is deeply committed to developing future planning leaders. They actively:
* Support professional development and chartership
* Offer mentoring and structured progression pathways
* Engage employees at all levels in leadership and decision-making
* Promote fairness, inclusivity, and respect across the business
They also invest in the future of the profession through initiatives such as sponsoring industry events and expanding apprenticeship programmes.
Interested?