EV Planning Manager

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electric vehicle infrastructure is seeking an EV Charging Planning Manager to oversee planning for charging installations. The role involves coordinating with authorities, managing applications, and ensuring compliance with local regulations, while supporting the sustainable transport initiative in the UK.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in infrastructure or renewable energy planning.
• Strong knowledge of UK planning regulations and DNO processes.
• Experience liaising with planning authorities and contractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning for EV charging installations and secure necessary approvals.
• Manage DNO applications and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Engage with stakeholders and maintain project tracking records.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Education

Degree in Planning, Engineering, or Environmental Science

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Salesforce

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london (city of london), United Kingdom

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive EV Charging Planning Manager to lead the planning and application process for our electric vehicle charging infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of EV charging sites across public, private, and commercial land portfolios. You will oversee the full lifecycle of planning activities — from feasibility through to approved application — ensuring compliance with local authority guidelines, utility requirements, and environmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and application strategy for EV charging installations, ensuring all necessary permissions are obtained.
• Coordinate with local authorities, planning consultants, and internal teams to secure approvals (e.g., planning permission, grid connection applications, wayleaves, permits).
• Manage the submission and tracking of DNO applications and planning applications.
• Evaluate the technical feasibility of proposed sites, considering grid constraints, zoning, and infrastructure needs.
• Oversee stakeholder engagement, including public consultations, council meetings, and liaison with landowners.
• Maintain accurate project tracking records using internal systems (e.g., Salesforce, GIS tools).
• Mitigate project risks by proactively identifying planning or regulatory issues early in the process.
• Support the development team with the preparation of project documentation, including site layouts, design briefs, and environmental impact assessments.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in infrastructure, utilities, transport, or renewable energy planning (EV charging sector strongly preferred).
• Proven track record of successful planning application submissions and approvals.
• Strong working knowledge of UK planning regulations, DNO processes, and wayleave/legal requirements.
• Experience liaising with planning authorities, utilities, and contractors.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with project management tools and planning software (e.g., AutoCAD, GIS, or ArcGIS) is advantageous.
• Relevant degree in planning, engineering, environmental science, or a related discipline (desirable).
• Passion for sustainable transport and clean energy.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving sector.
• Ability to work independently as well as in cross-functional teams.