Planning Surveyor

RG Setsquare; Ringway; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Planning Surveyor to manage planning activities for telecom projects. The role involves conducting site surveys, preparing planning applications, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have experience in the telecoms sector and be familiar with the General Permitted Development Order (GPDO). Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in planning within the telecoms sector.
• Strong knowledge of the General Permitted Development Order (GPDO).
• Familiarity with Electronic Communications Code.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and planning appraisals.
• Prepare and manage planning applications.
• Provide expert planning advice to stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Manage delivery activity through suppliers.

Skills

Planning experience in telecoms

Knowledge of GPDO

Understanding of Electronic Communications Code

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

Planning Surveyor
Location: Manchester | Contract: Permanent/Fixed-Term | Salary: 55k

About the Role

As a Planning Surveyor, youll act as a subject matter expert, driving the delivery of high-impact projects across diverse client programmes. From mobile network upgrades to solar PV and EV installations, and the continued rollout of StreetHub, youll play a pivotal role in shaping the infrastructure of the future. You'll be responsible for managing a high volume of planning activity, collaborating with internal teams, external stakeholders, and delivery partners to secure the planning rights that make these projects possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and planning appraisals to assess project feasibility.
• Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications from inception through to approval and appeal.
• Provide expert planning advice to stakeholders across multiple programmes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and internal policies.
• Manage delivery activity directly and through third-party suppliers.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in planning within the telecoms sector.
• Strong knowledge of the General Permitted Development Order (GPDO) and its application in telecoms.
• Familiarity with the Electronic Communications Code and its influence on planning and legal outcomes.
• A collaborative team player with excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple client programmes.

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy