Planning Officer (NSIP and Major Projects)

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A local planning council in the UK is seeking a Planning Officer for a 2-year fixed term contract to support Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) and major developments. The role involves research, evidence gathering, and stakeholder engagement, with opportunities for career progression in strategic planning. Candidates are expected to work collaboratively across planning sectors and engage in shaping local communities and infrastructure projects positively. Apply via the Human Resources team for consideration.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning or related fields is beneficial.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of NSIP and major projects work.
• Engage in research, evidence preparation, and consultations.
• Work collaboratively across various disciplines.

Skills

Motivated planning professional

Stakeholder engagement

Research skills

Job description

Planning Officer (NSIP and Major Projects)

2-year fixed term contract

Salary £27,694-£36,363 per annum

37 hours per week

This is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist expertise in one of the most exciting areas of planning.

Help Shape the Next Chapter of Fenland

Fenland is a pro-growth district with a growing strategic role in regional growth and major infrastructure delivery.

As we prepare a new Local Plan under the reformed plan-making system—alongside the Fens Growth Triangle and nationally significant projects such as Fens Reservoir—we are expanding our Planning Strategy & Specialist Services Team to help shape Fenland’s future.

The Opportunity

Fenland is a place that is growing and changing, with real opportunities to make a lasting difference. Our towns and villages are evolving, major investment is coming forward, and the decisions we take now will shape how Fenland develops for many years to come.

As a pro-growth Council, we are preparing a new Local Plan under the reformed plan-making system, alongside major initiatives such as the Fens Growth Triangle and nationally significant projects including Fens Reservoir. This is an exciting moment to help set a clear direction for the district and to plan positively for growth that supports our communities and economy.

We work with a strong One Council ethos, bringing together expertise from planning, communities, housing, transport and environmental services. These roles offer the opportunity to work across disciplines, collaborate with a wide range of colleagues and partners, and contribute to joined‑up solutions that shape places and deliver real outcomes for Fenland.

You will support the delivery of NSIP and major projects work, contributing to research, evidence preparation, consultation responses and stakeholder engagement. This role offers the opportunity to build valuable experience in nationally significant and complex development projects within a supportive and collaborative team.

You will support work on Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects and major developments, contributing to research, evidence gathering, consultation responses and stakeholder engagement. You will work closely with senior colleagues on high‑profile projects, including Fens Reservoir, gaining first‑hand experience of complex planning processes.

You will be part of a collaborative team and work across disciplines within the Council, supporting joined up thinking across planning, communities, housing, transport and environmental services. This role is well suited to a motivated planning professional looking to build experience, confidence and career progression in strategic planning and major projects.

This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference – shaping projects of local, regional, and national significance and helping to deliver a sustainable future for our communities.

If you are interested in this post and would like to apply, please complete an application form (please read the guidance notes) and send to the Human Resources team, by email to [e-mail]

Application forms are available to download from our website, by clicking on the 'apply button'

Closing Date – Wednesday 21st January 2026