About Us
MKO is Ireland's largest Planning and Environmental consultancy.
Our team of 200+ experienced professionals work across the planning, environmental, ecology and related fields.
We deliver challenging and complex projects for our clients and have an unrivalled track record of success. We add real value to our client's projects through our multi-disciplinary expertise and a broad range of nationwide experience.
Job Description
We are recruiting an experienced Senior Planner to join our Planning team and meet the increasing demand for our services.
The successful candidate will be working on projects in the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors, and it is essential that prospective candidates have relevant and recent experience in these sectors.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading on the delivery of planning applications for renewable energy projects
* Overseeing and review of inputs on renewable energy planning projects from inception to completion including interaction with project stakeholders, clients and other project team members;
* Undertaking review of planning assessments, reports and project planning inputs;
* Acting as main point of contact with client representatives to progress projects effectively;
* Engaging with relevant authorities and stakeholders in environmental and planning projects;
* Delivering fit for purpose project outputs within set deadlines;
* Mentoring junior members of the team
Prospective candidates will be expected to have excellent report writing skills, be well organised with meticulous attention to detail while also being able to manage a varied and full workload.
The salary for this role will be negotiable depending on level of experience.
The successful candidates will have minimum 6 years post-graduate planning experience, ideally in a consultancy environment. Candidates must have a full driver's licence.
Requirements
* A qualification in Town Planning (IPI or RTPI Accredited)
* Excellent working knowledge of the Irish planning system, and the interaction of relevant planning and environmental legislation, both national and European
We actively embrace diversity and inclusion as fundamental elements of our workplace culture. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, recognising that a diverse team fosters innovation, creativity, and a more dynamic work environment.