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Aecom

Principal Town Planner

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Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Principal Town Planner responsible for leading and delivering major infrastructure planning projects across the UK, with expertise in DCO projects.
19d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Basingstoke, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
51,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction Services
Project Management
Design
Architecture
Consulting
Environmental Services
Program Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Agriculture, Food & Beverage
Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure
High Performance Logistics
Energy
Renewable Energy
Grid Modernization
Role
What you would be doing
planning reports
client relationships
stakeholder meetings
development applications
business development
planning applications
  • Produce planning feasibility reports and consent strategies.
  • Identify opportunities and build client relationships.
  • Participate in internal and external meetings with stakeholders.
  • Lead and assist in the delivery of major development applications.
  • Contribute to business development in specific market sectors, including sector strategy.
  • Provide planning advice to colleagues and clients on consent requirements and permitted development rights.
  • Submit and manage planning applications, including liaising and negotiating with local planning authorities and key stakeholders.
  • Lead and contribute to the preparation of successful commercial tenders.
  • Work closely with the Environmental Impact Assessment team.
  • Oversee project management, ensuring quality and adherence to health and safety principles.
  • Write Planning Statements and Design and Access Statements for development applications.
  • Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams across various project types.
What you bring
rtpi membership
town planning degree
planning consent
client relationships
business development
solar dcos
  • Ability to work on your own initiative and under pressure.
  • Client focus, with good interpersonal skills and a collaborative working approach.
  • Existing relationships with clients and local authorities.
  • Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or an equivalent professional body.
  • Significant relevant experience of leading applications for planning consent for large infrastructure projects across a range of consenting regimes.
  • Expert witness experience would be advantageous.
  • A business development mindset, with demonstrable experience of work winning and developing relationships with existing and new clients.
  • numerous solar DCOs with a pipeline of future work;
  • Ability to write clearly and concisely.
  • Degree in Town Planning or a related discipline.
Benefits
  • housing and mixed-use development consenting.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
  • criminal background checks may be required
Company
Overview
Born 1990
Year of Formation
The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.
$16B annual revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.
150+ countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.
Megaprojects delivery
Project Scope
The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.
  • Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
  • Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
  • Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.
Culture + Values
  • Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
  • Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
  • Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
  • Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
  • Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.
Environment + Sustainability
2040
Net Zero Carbon Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
50%
Emission Reduction Target
Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.
  • Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
  • Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
  • Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% gender parity
Gender Parity Target
Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.
35% increase
Women Leadership Growth
Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.
  • Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
  • Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
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