Associate Director - DM Lead

Job Title: Associate Director / Director - Development Management (Town Planning)
Location: Birmingham
Salary: Up to 120,000 + Benefits

Overview
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading planning consultancy in Birmingham with a strong and well-established market presence. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Associate Director / Director - Development Management to take on a leadership role within a dynamic and growing team.

This position offers the chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Birmingham, working on high-profile development projects while advancing your career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

The Role
As an Associate Director / Director - Development Management, you will lead project delivery across a diverse portfolio of schemes, ensuring high-quality outcomes for clients. A key part of your role will involve managing and strengthening client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and driving repeat business.

You will lead and mentor teams, providing strategic direction on development management projects and contributing to the continued growth of the consultancy's presence in the Birmingham market. The role will also involve identifying new business opportunities and supporting the expansion of services across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery within development management across a range of sectors.
• Manage and develop strong client relationships.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to planning teams.
• Support business development and enhance market presence.
• Deliver high-quality planning advice and solutions within agreed timelines and budgets.

About You
The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Town Planning and be MRTPI qualified. You will bring significant experience in development management, particularly within the Birmingham market, and demonstrate a strong understanding of local planning policy and processes.

You will be a confident leader with excellent communication skills, capable of managing multiple projects and engaging effectively with clients and stakeholders. A proven track record in project delivery and team leadership is essential.

Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a top-tier consultancy where you can genuinely influence the future of Birmingham's built environment. You will benefit from a highly collaborative culture that supports innovation, professional development, and career progression.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary up to 120,000
• Profit share scheme
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development

If you are an ambitious planning professional ready to step into a senior leadership role, this opportunity offers the perfect platform to make a lasting impact.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)