🚀 Planning Director

Town Planning Director – Infrastructure & Renewables (Birmingham & Midlands)

We’re working with a leading national consultancy to appoint a Planning Director to lead and grow their infrastructure practice across the Midlands. This is a unique opportunity to take charge of high-profile energy and infrastructure projects while establishing and mentoring a high-performing team in Birmingham.

As Planning Director, you’ll:

• Build and lead a Midlands-based team focused on infrastructure and energy planning.
• Oversee a varied portfolio covering renewables, hydrogen, energy storage, carbon capture, transport, water, waste, and ports.
• Drive business development and strengthen relationships with clients across Birmingham, the wider Midlands, and nationally.
• Take a senior role in succession planning for the consultancy’s national infrastructure practice.
• Collaborate with colleagues across different technical disciplines to deliver integrated solutions on complex schemes.

About You

• A strong track record in energy and infrastructure projects, ideally including DCO, NSIP or TWAO consents.
• Proven leadership experience building, developing, and mentoring teams.
• RTPI membership and excellent knowledge of planning processes.
• Strong commercial awareness and client management skills.
• The confidence to lead on significant, high-profile projects.

Why Join?

• Shape and grow a Midlands planning practice within an established national consultancy.
• Work on some of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure and net zero projects.
• Influence the growth of a regional office while contributing to nationally significant work.
• Enjoy strong leadership support and a clear route for progression.

Package

• Salary up to £100,000
• Market-leading bonus scheme
• Private healthcare (including immediate family)
• 30 days annual leave + public holidays
• Paid professional subscriptions
• Access to high-profile industry events such as UKREiiF

We’re also keen to hear from ambitious Associates and Associate Directors who may not be ready to step straight into a Director role today, but are looking for a clear pathway to get there in the next few years. With tailored support and a structured career progression plan, this is a great opportunity to take the next big step in your career.