Planning & Development Assistant

Empower Digital; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A property development firm is looking for a Planning & Development Assistant to support the Planning & Development Manager in managing planning applications and coordinating various stakeholders. The successful candidate will assist in documentation management, compliance records, and ensure effective project timelines across multiple sites in the United Kingdom. This role offers a varied experience in the fast-paced property development sector, requiring strong organizational skills and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Highly organised with excellent management skills.
• Ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders effectively.
• Proficient in handling planning documentation and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit planning applications and variations.
• Manage planning documentation and ensure compliance.
• Liaise with architects and coordinate inspections.

Job description

Job Title:

Planning & Development Assistant

Location:

Cheltenham / Malvern / Worcester

Salary:

£28,000£32,000

Hours:

40 hours per week

Company:

Crystalight Group

About the Role

Crystalight Group manages a substantial development pipeline including multiple conversions, refurbishments, new builds and planning applications across several counties.

We are looking for a highly organised Planning & Development Assistant to support our Planning & Development Manager and help drive projects forward. You will assist with planning submissions, Building Control coordination, consultant management, construction documentation and general development administration across more than a dozen active sites. This is a varied and fast-paced role offering exposure to every stage of property development.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit planning applications, variations and discharge of conditions
• Manage planning documentation and upload to Planning Portal
• Coordinate Building Control inspections and maintain BC compliance records
• Liaise with architects, QS, structural engineers and planning consultants
• Track project timelines, deadlines and risk points
• Assist with construction programme updates and progress report...