Planning Director

Planning Director

Location: Manchester, Cambridge, London or York

The Company:

Penguin Recruitment is excited to be supporting a highly respected, independent multidisciplinary consultancy that delivers exceptional planning, design, and environmental services across the UK. With a strong foundation built on regional expertise, service-specific knowledge, and long-lasting client relationships, they are committed to providing innovative, high-quality solutions for diverse projects.

We are seeking a talented and driven individual to join the team, help drive growth, and increase the visibility of their multidisciplinary services. This is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about making a significant impact and delivering excellence across multiple sectors.

The Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Planning Director to support the growth of the consultancy across the Northern regions. We are looking for a commercially astute, client-focused professional with the technical skills required to manage key projects at a senior level, while working collaboratively with a wider multidisciplinary team.

The Position Will Involve:

• Leading the planning agenda for the region, both internally and externally.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships to generate new business and capitalise on previous successes.
• Networking and business development, establishing valuable connections within the industry and local planning authorities.
• Identifying and securing opportunities with both new and existing clients.
• Leading presentations, producing final reports, and overseeing proposals for tenders and client bids.
• Leveraging technical expertise to identify and develop innovative solutions for clients.
• Negotiating major contracts, including managing legal and contractual matters.
• Managing complex and large-scale projects to a high standard.
• Providing technical leadership on specialised planning projects.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates as soon as possible. If you meet the criteria above, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on or email .