Planning and Building Control Manager (North) - 12 Month FTC

Portakabin limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Planning and Building Control Manager for a 12-month FTC. This role is pivotal in driving business growth and ensuring project success across the North East and North West of England. You will engage with clients, manage project teams, and oversee financial performance while ensuring compliance with building regulations. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for training and career advancement. Enjoy a competitive salary, company car, and a range of benefits, including generous annual leave and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Quarterly Commission

Company Car

Flexible Working Principles

Contributory Pension

Health and Wellbeing Services

Annual Volunteering Day

Fully Funded Professional Qualifications

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development and growth.
• Strong technical, analytical, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project work, ensuring budget and timeline adherence.
• Conduct site visits to assess costs and monitor progress.

Skills

Business Development

Technical Skills

Analytical Skills

Relationship Building

Knowledge of Building Regulations

Negotiation Skills

Understanding of Planning Legislation

Performance Monitoring

Decision Making

Job description

Role: Planning And Building Control Manager – 12 Months FTC

Salary: £36,000 to £41,000 Pro Rata + Company Car

Location: Based in Leeds – Travelling and covering the North East and North West of England

As the next Planning and Building Control Manager, you will play a crucial role in actively seeking new business opportunities, attending client meetings, preparing documentation for planning authorities, and overseeing the financial performance of your area. This position focuses on achieving success and making a tangible impact on the business.

Your responsibilities include overseeing project work, ensuring completion within budget and timelines, and managing risks effectively. You will conduct site visits to assess costs using standard charge schedules, assign tasks, monitor progress, and ensure work meets quality standards and customer expectations.

You will work closely with a dedicated team, collaborating to improve operations and support each other in generating ideas to drive the business forward.

As a Planning and Building Control Manager, you should possess confidence, adaptability, and a passion for overcoming challenges. You will gain comprehensive knowledge of all business aspects, enabling you to develop essential skills for advancement. Training will be provided from experienced managers across different sites.

Essential Experience for this role:

1. Proven experience developing and growing parts of the business
2. Strong technical and analytical skills
3. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships
4. Knowledge of building regulations
5. Influencing and negotiation skills
6. Understanding of planning legislation
7. Ability to gather comprehensive information for decision making
8. Monitoring performance against deadlines
9. Driving license (a hire car will be provided for travel to customer sites)

For a full list of responsibilities, please click here.

Benefits & Opportunities:

25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays – Pro Rata

• Quarterly Commission
• Company Car
• Flexible working principles (office-based until fully trained)
• Contributory pension

As a Portakabin employee, you will have access to health and wellbeing services, an annual volunteering day, and fully funded professional qualifications. There are excellent opportunities for career progression within Portakabin.

Why Portakabin?

Portakabin employs over 2,000 people across ten European countries, with headquarters and primary manufacturing in York, UK. We are innovators in modular building solutions, providing hire and sale options, refurbished buildings, and construction site accommodations. Our clients span sectors such as manufacturing, education, health, transport, utilities, and construction.

As a disability confident scheme employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds. We also offer reasonable adjustments during the application and onboarding processes. For support, contact our recruitment team at [e-mail].