town planning jobs
The planning and designing of the future development of a town, especially concerned with using land and resources to their best advantage and preserving the character of the architecture.
Town planning jobs are governed by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and candidates will aim to become a chartered member of this organisation (MRTPI). For example, if you want to build an extension on your house or a 1000 unit shopping centre you must seek planning consent to ensure you do not overlook surrounding buildings, contravene other buildings. See example town planning job descriptions below.
Wide range of town planning jobs
Types of planning includes retail, leisure, commerical, residential, master planning, urban design, conservation, planning policy, strategic planning, environmental planning and economic development. Typical job titles include:
- Development Control
- Planning Policy
- Enforcement Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Master Planning/Urban Designer
- Retail/Commercial Planning
- Regeneration
- Conservation
- Economic Development
Candidate requirements for jobs in town planning
Below are five key competencies that employers are looking for in candidates to fill their town planning jobs:
- Relevant Degree ( Planning, Geography or Environmental Science)
- Masters in Town & Country Planning, Planning Law & Policy and Urban Design (UK Masters must be RTPI accredited)
- Experience in Development Control, Policy or Enforcement ( Know as Strategic and Statutory Planning in Australia)
- UK experience is a big advantage
- Chartered Candidates (MRTPI)
Continue your search for property and surveying jobs or contact your nearest Hays office to discuss our current town planning jobs in your area.
