Head of Planning and Building Control

Carrington West; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is assisting a local authority in the UK in finding an experienced Head of Planning for a 6-month contract. The successful candidate will lead the planning service and ensure first-class delivery to stakeholders. Candidates should be a Chartered Town Planner with public sector experience. The competitive pay rate is negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Chartered Town Planner or equivalent experience, and strong public sector background in Planning services.
• Experience in leadership and management of planning teams.
• Eligibility for membership of RTPI is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead on service transformation projects to align with Government Planning reforms.
• Provide leadership and management for planning teams.
• Review department resources for effective service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI)

Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or related discipline

Job description

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client in the Midlands in the search for an experienced Head of Planning to join the department on an initial 6 month contract.

We are looking to appoint a Head of Planning to lead the planning service, whilst ensuring the delivery of first‑class services to developers, applicants, and residents.

Responsibilities

• Lead on service transformation projects to reduce service demands and align with Government Planning reforms.
• Provide leadership and day‑to‑day management for teams involved in Planning Development Management, Planning Policy, and Enforcement.
• Provide strategic leadership support.
• Review department resources.
• Provide strong communication both internally and externally, supporting members, neighbouring authorities and ability to support effective collaboration.

Qualifications

Chartered Town Planner (MRTPI), or equivalent experience, and a strong public sector background in Planning services.

It would be beneficial to hold a Post‑graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have eligibility for membership of RTPI.

Compensation

Carrington West Pay Rate – GBP competitive (Negotiable depending on experience).

Job Reference

Job Ref – 61591.

Application

Carrying out the recruitment, we invite you to apply. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.