Infrastructure Planning Manager Jobs (Client-Side)
Infrastructure Planning Manager Jobs (Client-Side)
Client-side Infrastructure Planning Managers work within major estates, airports, utilities, transport bodies and large development organisations. Their role focuses on planning, coordinating and delivering the infrastructure required to support development, including transport networks, utilities, drainage, energy systems and digital connectivity.
This position suits experienced planners or engineers with strong project leadership skills and a deep understanding of how infrastructure underpins development viability. Infrastructure Planning Managers help shape long-term strategies, support major planning submissions and ensure infrastructure delivery aligns with programme and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Leading infrastructure planning across development and strategic land portfolios.
Coordinating utilities, transport, drainage, energy and digital infrastructure strategies.
Working closely with planning, engineering, design, land and commercial teams.
Engaging with statutory bodies, utilities providers, transport authorities and regulators.
Supporting masterplanning and concept design with infrastructure-led input.
Managing consultants across engineering, utilities, transport and environmental disciplines.
Overseeing infrastructure delivery programmes, budgets and risk management.
Typical Employers
Major estates and landowners
Airports and aviation organisations
Utilities companies
Transport and infrastructure bodies
Large development companies
Salary Range
Infrastructure Planning Manager salaries typically range from £65,000 to £95,000, depending on experience, sector and project complexity. Senior roles within national infrastructure programmes may exceed this range.