Location
Ideally based in our central Cambridge, London Soho Square, Leeds or Manchester offices. Other locations within a commutable distance of a Stantec UK office may be considered.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive salary with bonus schemes and comprehensive benefits package.

About the Role
Are you passionate about large-scale projects and shaping the future of the UK's infrastructure? Our Infrastructure Planning team specialises in the planning, assessment and consenting of major infrastructure projects across the UK. We provide expert Planning and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) strategy advice and process management for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) under the Planning Act 2008, Developments of National Significance (DNS) in Wales, and s36 Electricity Act projects in Scotland. Our team operates nationwide across all infrastructure sectors with current specialisms including renewable and low carbon energy, solar, airports, ports, nuclear, and highways.

We are seeking a talented Infrastructure Planning Associate or Associate Director, ideally with experience leading such projects or ready to step up into a lead role. You will have excellent technical knowledge and understanding of relevant consenting regimes, particularly Development Consent Orders (DCOs). This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK within a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Why join us?
- People culture: A friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
- Award-winning workplace: Named in the top 50 companies to work for by Glassdoor 2025, recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world's top 10 most sustainable companies 2025, and awarded ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
- Growth: Be part of an exciting growth journey across the UK & Ireland.
- Great benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, flexible annual leave options, private medical insurance, group income protection, life assurance, discounted gym membership and more.
- Flexible working: Hybrid approach supporting a healthy work-life balance.
- Professional development: Industry-leading training, development opportunities and paid professional subscriptions.

Experience
- MRTPI qualification (or equivalent) with experience in major infrastructure or energy consenting.
- Proven track record in managing planning projects including Development Consent Orders (DCOs).
- Experience leading or ready to step up into a lead role on large-scale infrastructure projects.

About you
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong client relationships.
- Proactive and results-oriented with a keen eye for detail.
- Ability to work independently and manage a complex workload.
- Willingness to travel nationally as required.

Qualifications
- MRTPI or equivalent professional planning qualification required.