Statutory Planner

at  Arup

THE OPPORTUNITY

A career at Arup offers you the chance to make a positive difference in the world. Independently owned and independently minded, Arup is the creative force at the heart of many of the world’s most prominent projects in the built environment. We believe that flexible arrangements, such as hybrid working, create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people.
The Statutory Planner shall provide support, where required, to Statutory Planning within Functions and across Delivery in relation to complex statutory planning (town planning) projects through to planning permission.
This shall include a comprehensive understanding of the Irish planning system

SHAPE A FUTURE WITH PURPOSE AT ARUP IN DUBLIN.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally. Founded to be humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

DOES THIS ROLE INSPIRE YOU?

We’re looking for someone with 5+ Years of relevant post-graduate experience.

We also value:

• An excellent and up to date knowledge of applicable Irish and EU planning-related legislation and policy including attention to detail and a completer-finisher in all aspects of work. In the event an applicant has not practitioned in ROI, a sound understanding of legislation must be demonstrated.
• A demonstrable record in the area of development management, including evidence of successfully taking projects, including large infrastructure projects through the planning system (either through the public or private sector).
• A demonstrable record of judgement and decision making in complex planning areas with many variables. This shall include an ability to identify relevant environmental, social and economic policy and legislation as it may apply to either planning applications or planning policy.
• Excellent written and verbal skills including an ability to present technical information to a wide range of non-technical stakeholders.
• Candidates should be able with strategic direction, to work on their own initiative, be resourceful and approach work with a solution focus. Whilst working on their own initiative and drive, candidates should also operate well as a team player.
• Project management skills and ability to work to deadlines.
• To thrive on challenge and charting a course through complex areas.