Jenny Adams
About Jenny Adams
Jenny Adams is an Associate at Arup in Nottingham, England, with extensive experience in urban and regional planning.
Professional Experience at Arup
Jenny Adams has held multiple positions at Arup, showing a progressive career with the company. Starting as a Graduate Planner in London (2010-2012), she was promoted to Planner (2012-2014), then to Senior Planner (2014-2020) in Nottingham. Her responsibilities expanded as a Principal Planner (2020-2021) and currently, she serves as an Associate since 2021. Throughout her tenure, she has contributed to significant projects and initiatives, including the Inner City masterplan for Tshwane and the development of the Universities for Nottingham Civic Agreement.
Key Capabilities and Responsibilities
Jenny Adams has demonstrated key capabilities in reviewing and interpreting planning policy, socio-economic analysis, and creative visioning for strategic planning. As an Associate at Arup, she coordinates between disciplines to deliver holistic and integrated approaches to the built environment. She has supported important projects such as the Reserved Matters planning application for the National Rehabilitation Centre and the conceptual visioning for the future of the Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station site.
Early Career and Experience
Jenny Adams began her career as an Assistant Planner with Warwick District Council in 2009, followed by a role at David Lock Associates Ltd in 2010. These positions provided her with initial industry insights and practical experience, which she further developed when she joined Arup later that same year.
Educational Background
Jenny Adams completed her MSc in Urban and Regional Planning at The University of Birmingham (2009-2010). Prior to this, she achieved a BA Hons in Geography from Durham University (2006-2009). Her academic foundation has been integral to her career in urban planning and socio-economic analysis.
Involvement in Significant Projects
Jenny Adams has played key roles in diverse projects. These include planning consents for the London Olympic Games 2012, the Thames Tunnel Consultation, and the Solutions for Sustainable Cities Product Catalogue in Copenhagen. She has also worked on strategic initiatives such as the Waterbeach New Town SPD, HS2 Phase 2b Community Impact Assessments, and the King’s Cross Regeneration Study.