Associate or Associate Director - Town Planning (Energy and Water Sectors) Location: LondonPenguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of the UK''s most prestigious multi-disciplinary consultancy firms as they look to grow their Planning and Environmental team with the appointment of an Associate or Associate Director with strong experience in delivering major infrastructure projects.This organisation is recognised nationally for its work across critical infrastructure - especially within the Energy and Water sectors - and is a leader in sustainable development, digital transformation, and innovative planning strategies. Their clients include major utilities, government agencies, and developers who rely on them for expert planning leadership on high-profile schemes.The Role:You will take a senior leadership position in the planning team, managing major applications and Development Consent Orders (DCOs), and leading multi-disciplinary teams across complex projects. Your focus will initially be on the Energy and Water markets, with involvement in key clients such as Anglian Water, Thames Water, Southern Water, National Grid, and Nuclear Waste Services.Key Responsibilities:Act as Planning or DCO Lead on large-scale planning applications and Nationally Significant Infrastructure ProjectsLead multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring timely, high-quality project deliveryOversee project management, budgeting, and client engagementProvide strategic planning advice and mentor ..... full job details .....