Senior Planner

Location:

Galway, Connaught, Ireland

Salary:

£50000 – £70000 per annum

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

Search Management & Executive Jobs

Advertiser:

Penguin Recruitment Ltd

Job ID:

132174887

Posted On:

13 August 2025

Senior Planner

Galway or Dublin

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting one of Ireland’s leading multi-disciplinary consultancies in the search for a Senior Planner to join their well-established Planning team, based in either Galway or Dublin.

This award-winning consultancy employs over 200 professionals across the ecology, environmental, and planning sectors. With a national reputation for delivering complex and high-profile projects, they are committed to creating a lasting legacy through innovative thinking, multidisciplinary collaboration, and a values-led approach.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Planner, you’ll play a key role in delivering large-scale renewable energy and infrastructure projects from inception through to completion. You will work closely with a high-performing, collaborative team, while also acting as the main point of contact for clients, stakeholders, and project partners.

This role will suit a motivated and experienced planner with strong knowledge of the Irish planning system and recent experience in renewable energy or infrastructure planning.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the preparation and delivery of planning applications for renewable energy projects.
* Act as a key point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
* Manage and mentor junior team members.
* Oversee planning inputs and review key deliverables across multiple projects.
* Engage with local authorities, statutory bodies, and community stakeholders.
* Ensure all planning work is completed in line with project deadlines and quality expectations.

About You

* A recognised planning qualification (IPI or RTPI accredited).
* Experience in a consultancy environment.
* Strong understanding of Irish planning legislation and its application to renewable energy projects.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Proven project leadership and stakeholder management experience.
* Full driving licence required.

Why Join?

* Be part of a purpose-driven team making a meaningful impact on Ireland’s renewable energy landscape.
* Opportunity to work on a variety of exciting, nationally significant projects.
* Supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking company culture.
* Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience.
* Flexible working and career development pathways

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, Josh Jones on # or #

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