Summary: The role of Senior - Associate Director, Planning at Stephenson Halliday involves leading major planning projects primarily in the energy sector, with a focus on renewables, while managing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with planning regulations. The position is based in Scotland and offers a hybrid working model, allowing for flexibility in contracted hours. Candidates are expected to have relevant qualifications and experience, contributing to high-profile projects across the UK. This is a full-time, permanent position within a respected consultancy known for its environmental services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting and acting as a Lead for major projects in the energy sector and other planning applications in Scotland.
• Coordinating and managing multidisciplinary teams on planning and EIA projects.
• Providing competent advice on planning matters and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
• Leading the production of proposals and tenders, and promoting practice.
• Delivering feasibility studies, environmental reviews, and documentation for internal colleagues.

Key Skills:

• Degree or postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline, preferably in Town Planning or related environmental subject.
• Full membership of RTPI or working towards it; membership of IEMA or Chartered Environmentalist is desirable.
• Excellent knowledge of the planning process, legislation, and techniques.
• Good understanding of project management, financial management, and quality control.
• Experience in the Energy, Renewables, or Minerals sectors is desirable but not essential.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other