Associate Director - Town Planner (Infrastructure Planning) Location: Bristol, United KingdomAre you a strategic thinker with a passion for infrastructure planning? We''re working with a highly respected consultancy that''s actively seeking an Associate Director to join their growing Infrastructure Planning team in Bristol.This is a rare opportunity to take a leadership role within a well-established team that''s shaping some of the most ambitious infrastructure and energy projects across the UK. If you''re ready to work on nationally significant developments and mentor a team of talented planners, we''d love to hear from you.Key Responsibilities: Provide line management, support, and mentorship to junior consultants Deliver complex, multi-disciplinary projects under the Planning Act 2008 and Town and Country Planning Act Offer expert technical planning advice to a wide range of infrastructure clients Lead on the preparation of major consent applications, including DCOs and applications under the Electricity Act and TWA Orders Collaborate closely across planning, environmental, and land teams Lead project management tasks, including budgeting and timelines Take part in business development, including preparing and delivering tender submissionsWhat We''re Looking For: Proven experience delivering large-scale infrastructure projects through statutory planning processes Strong understanding of legislation such as the Planning Act 2008, Town and Country Planning Act, ..... full job details .....