Planning & Development Surveyor

simPRO Software; Tenterden; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health professionals network

Team building activities

Flexible career path

Holiday allowance increases with years

Free car parking

Job summary

Hiring People is seeking a Planning & Development Surveyor to join a rural-urban planning team in the Kent countryside near Tenterden. The role is office-based with potential for some remote work for the right candidate and a focus on fee-earning project delivery.

You will provide expert planning advice, manage applications, coordinate projects from inception to completion and build strong client relationships while upholding professional standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in planning and development, or a relevant graduate.
• Strong client and administrative skills.
• Good understanding of local and national planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on rural and urban planning projects.
• Conduct site and project appraisals and manage planning applications.
• Coordinate planning projects from inception to completion.
• Liaise with clients, authorities and stakeholders.
• Develop client relationships and contribute to business development.

Skills

Planning and development expertise

Client management

Project coordination

Education

AssocRICS / MRICS / MRTPI

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Price Whitehead is a Chartered Surveying firm specialising in Design and Planning, located in a rural location on the outskirts of Tenterden, in the Kent countryside. The company vision is "Growth, creativity and passion for the built, historic and natural environment; forging a sustainable future together".

They are seeking either a skilled and experienced Planning and Development Surveyor, a recent graduate with relevant field experience to join their team. This role might also suit a Rural Surveyor, a Planner or perhaps someone with Estate Management background. The ideal candidate will possess excellent professional, client and administrative skills and have a strong understanding of both local and national planning systems. This role is not just about managing tasks but also contributing significantly as a fee earner for the company.

The position will be office based initially but they would consider some remote working for the right candidate.

What they offer:

• Access to our network of health professionals including mental health therapist and medical scheme
• Team building activities and training opportunities
• Flexible career path with some professional fees paid for
• Holiday allowance that increases with service
• Free car parking

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert advice on rural and urban planning and development projects.
• Conduct site and project appraisals.
• Prepare planning applications and appeals.
• Manage and coordinate planning projects from inception to completion.
• Liaise with clients, team members, local authorities and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and planning policies.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Contribute to business development and fee-earning activities.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in planning and development, or a recent graduate with relevant experience.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• Strong understanding of local and national planning systems.
• Ability to manage projects and teams effectively.
• At least AssocRICS,MRICS or MRTPI qualified.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage others.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What happens next?
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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Accessible Architecture and Design

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