The role

In this team you will be part of the Cluttons land consenting team, providing planning and environmental consent delivery initially for the development and works associated with new electricity projects including substation upgrades, underground cables and associated development.

The team

The Cluttons Consents Team is focused on the development and delivery of projects consented largely via Town and Country Planning, S37 consents and use of permitted development rights. In this team you will be advise on consents and environmental support for the development and delivery of upgrades to the existing transmission system and substantial new substation builds leading on your own portfolio of schemes across the business or working as part of a team on a larger project.

The best things about the role

• Setting up a new service in a growing business  
• Business and personal growth

Responsibilities

• Lead consenting strategies for power and energy projects.
• Provide expert technical advice to clients, guiding them through complex consenting processes and managing their planning and infrastructure requirements.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of a wide range of consent applications under applicable regimes, including the Planning Act 2008 and the Town and Country Planning Acts.
• Act as Project Director on major projects led by the Infrastructure Planning and Engagement team, ensuring delivery to time, budget, and quality expectations.
• Lead negotiations with statutory consultees, government bodies, and other key stakeholders, representing clients’ interests in a confident and authoritative manner.

• Lead multi-disciplinary planning projects under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the Planning Act 2008
• Secure consents for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) and other major developments
• Support projects under the Planning (Wales) Act 2015, Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act, Transport and Works Act Order, and the Electricity Act
• Actively contribute to business development by identifying new opportunities and leading on bids and proposals
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across planning, environment, and property to deliver integrated advice
• Mentor and develop junior team members to ensure consistent project quality and career development

We are seeking an experienced planning professional with a strong background in infrastructure project delivery. You will ideally have a demonstrable track record in utility planning or policy, with a specific interest or expertise in power and utility projects.