Planning Manager

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic planning consultancy in Yorkshire is seeking a Planning Manager. The successful candidate will oversee planning applications, manage external consultants, and provide strategic planning advice for major projects. Strong experience with infrastructure projects and RTPI membership are essential. The role offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in relation to securing planning permission and/or land rights in relation to major infrastructure projects.
• Ability to deal with agile prioritisation and realignment of priorities as the project needs evolve.
• Proven ability to work under pressure to meet tight timescales.

Responsibilities

• Review planning application and land rights acquisition documents.
• Instruct and manage external planning and land acquisition consultants.
• Provide strategic town planning advice for major projects.

Skills

Membership of the RTPI

Experience in major infrastructure projects

IT Systems proficiency

Job description

Job Title: Planning Manager
Location: Yorkshire
Salary: 55 - 60K


About the Company:

My client is a dynamic and innovative planning consultancy dedicated to providing the best service possible. With a commitment to excellence, they provide comprehensive town planning services to clients across the UK. Their team of passionate planners create solutions that balance economic, social, and environmental consideration

Job Overview:
·Review planning application and land rights acquisition documents prepared on behalf of my client to ensure all submissions are prepared in association with business processes and procedures and associated reporting and assurance.

·Instruct and manage the associated inputs and outputs from any external planning and land acquisition consultants, including regular liaison, review performance, monitor value for money and the effectiveness of their performance in line with the company's policies and procedures.

·Strategic town planning advice (including Development Consent Orders/Town and Country Planning applications) to support the delivery of the SRO major projects to mitigate planning risk, delivering great customer service and meet the business strategy


Requirements:
·Membership of the RTPI.
·Proven experience in relation to securing planning permission and/or land rights in relation to major infrastructure projects
·Able to deal with agile prioritisation and realignment of priorities, as the project needs evolve.
·A proven ability to work under pressure to meet tight timescales by good prioritisation and time management skills.
·Ability to use IT Systems.

Benefits:
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Flexible working arrangements.

How to Apply:
If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Associate Town Planner or an existing AD and are looking to make a positive impact on the built environment, we invite you to apply by sending your CV. For more information please call 01243 978180 or email [e-mail]

My client is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.