Senior Planner/Consents - Environment
$31,200,000–$41,600,000 year
HybridDublin, Leinster, Ireland
Job Summary
Lead the preparation, coordination, and management of development consents, compliance documentation, and planning strategies for large-scale projects in transportation, water, and energy sectors. Prepare and submit planning applications, planning reports, and Environmental Impact Assessment Reports in accordance with Irish legislation. Provide strategic planning and environmental advice to clients, including consenting pathways and policy compliance. Liaise with planning authorities, County Councils, and statutory bodies while engaging stakeholders in public consultation processes. Manage multidisciplinary teams, ensuring the integration of planning, design, and environmental inputs. Mentor junior team members and contribute to continuous improvement within the organization.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a Level 8 or Level 9 qualification (or equivalent) in Planning and Sustainable Development, or a related discipline.
- Chartered Planner (IPI, RTPI, or equivalent), or actively working towards chartership.
- Minimum of 6 years' professional experience in planning and environmental consultancy, ideally involving large-scale or strategic developments.
- Strong understanding of Irish planning and environmental legislation, policy and consenting procedures.
- Demonstrated experience preparing and submitting planning applications, EIARs, and planning statements for both public and private sector clients.
- Proven ability to manage complex multidisciplinary projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
- Strong analytical, technical writing, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Strong organisational and project management capabilities, with the ability to work to critical deadlines.
- Self-motivated, collaborative and committed to maintaining an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
Desired Qualifications
- Prior involvement in the design and consenting process for large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Experience leading public consultation and stakeholder engagement activities.
- Strong interest in sustainability, climate adaptation and environmental policy development.
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