Town Planner

Town Planning Practitioner
Location: Galway or Dublin
Type: Permanent, Full-time

About the Company

Our client is one of Ireland's leading Planning and Environmental consultancies, employing over 200 professionals across planning, environmental, ecology, and related sectors. They deliver complex, high-profile projects nationwide across commercial development, residential, renewable energy, and infrastructure. Their success is driven by their people-valuing expertise, ambition, and integrity-and they foster a forward-thinking, collaborative environment that encourages professional growth and leaves a positive legacy.

The Role

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced Planning Practitioner to join their Planning team. The successful candidate will work on diverse projects, from inception to completion, and contribute their expertise to deliver high-quality outcomes for clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planning project inputs from inception to completion, liaising with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Undertake research, site visits, and prepare planning assessments and reports.
• Engage with relevant authorities and stakeholders.
• Work on small to medium-scale planning projects, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Provide technical knowledge on the Irish planning system, including relevant national and EU legislation.

Requirements

• Degree in Town Planning (IPI or RTPI accredited).
• Minimum of 3 years' experience, ideally in a planning consultancy or similar environment.
• Proven track record in commercial development, residential, renewable energy, or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong report writing skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a varied workload.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

How to Apply

If you are a qualified Planning Practitioner looking to take the next step in your career, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on or email for a confidential discussion.