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.Why This Role Stands Out: The team you''d be joining is known for delivering high-quality planning and consenting advice across sectors including energy, renewables, water, nuclear, net zero, rail, transport, and aviation. 2024 has been a year of major contract wins - with significant frameworks in place across the public and private sectors, they''re now looking to build on that momentum in 2025.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, ..... full job details .....