Principal Consents Consultant (Planning & Consents Lead)
Core
Strategic planning and consenting lead for major UK defence and nuclear infrastructure programmes, shaping environmental strategy and regulatory approvals.
Role type
Principal, strategy-level planning and consenting consultant
Builds
Strategic planning and consenting strategies for future infrastructure delivery
Domain
Defence and nuclear infrastructure
Required skills
UK planning and environmental legislation knowledge, strategic planning and consenting strategy development, regulatory approval management, stakeholder engagement, risk management, environmental impact assessment expertise
Preferred skills
Defence, nuclear, or energy sector experience, experience with major infrastructure programmes
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Develop and lead strategic planning and consenting strategies, provide expert advice on town planning and environmental permitting, advise senior leaders on planning risks, lead strategies for planning applications and marine licences, provide assurance on planning work, advise on EIA screening and scoping, manage relationships with planning authorities and regulators, support consultation strategies, identify and manage planning risks, provide strategic input into governance and investment decisions
Seniority
Principal, strategic leadership
