Consortium Professional Recruitment is excited to be partnering with our client in the search for a Principal Planner. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead planning on major UK infrastructure projects, including nationally significant schemes, with a highly regarded consultancy.

Based near Beverley, with close links to York, Hessle and East Yorkshire, this is a high-profile role with the opportunity to take ownership of planning workstreams across a range of engineering-led, multi-disciplinary projects. From feasibility through to examination and beyond, you will play a key role in shaping projects and mentoring teams, with opportunities to influence systems development, GIS integration, and stakeholder engagement.

This is a permanent, full-time role offering a mix of office-based, client-facing, and site-related work. Were looking for a dynamic and proactive professional with the vision and leadership to drive projects forward and shape planning outcomes from day one.

Key Responsibilities: Lead planning input on NSIP, S.37, and DCO infrastructure schemes Coordinate with design, survey, GIS, and engineering teams to support delivery Manage planning schedules, client correspondence, and commercial elements Represent clients at meetings, workshops, consultations, and hearings Mentor and support junior staff, providing guidance on planning procedures Develop...