Principal Planner

127 Joint Venture Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Planner to lead planning projects in a hybrid role. This exciting position involves managing complex developments, ensuring compliance with regulations, and liaising with clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and civil engineering, along with excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality consultancy services and make a significant impact in the field of planning and development. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in development management and strategic developments.
• Proficiency in preparing planning applications and conducting site assessments.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning projects and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Prepare planning applications and conduct site assessments.

Skills

Project Management

Environmental Services

Transport Planning

Civil Engineering Design

Structural Engineering

Quantity Surveying

Road Safety

Health and Safety Regulations

Communication Skills

Coordination Skills

Education

Degree in Urban Planning

Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Certification (Chartered Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute)

Job description

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Company Description

127 Joint Venture Limited collaborates with small and medium-sized consultancies to deliver framework contracts to clients. We are a multidisciplinary consultancy with professional expertise in various areas, including Project Management, Environmental Services, Transport Planning, and Civil Engineering Design. Our team includes experts in Structural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Road Safety, Health and Safety, and many more specialized disciplines. Based in London, we work with notable consultancies such as GTA Civils and Transport Limited and HVJ Transport Limited to provide comprehensive services.

Role Description

This full-time hybrid role for a Principal Planner is based in London, with some flexibility for working from home. The Principal Planner will be responsible for managing planning projects, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Key tasks include preparing planning applications, conducting site assessments, liaising with clients and stakeholders, and providing expert advice on planning matters.

We are looking for a Principal Planner with a proven track record of dealing with complex large scale developments and who is able to sign off delegated reports.

Qualifications

• Experience in Project Management, Environmental Services, Transport Planning, and Civil Engineering Design
• Proficiency in Structural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, and Road Safety
• Knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and Cost Consultancy
• Skills in preparing planning applications and conducting site assessments
• Strong communication and coordination skills for liaising with clients and stakeholders
• Ability to provide expert advice and manage multidisciplinary teams
• Relevant experience and qualifications (e.g., degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field)
• Professional certification (e.g., Chartered Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute) is a plus
• Have at least 5 years’ experience of development management and several years’ experience dealing with complex and strategic developments.
• From a development management/placemaking perspective, a comprehensive understanding of current issues and developments affecting planning, regeneration and local government in London.
• From a development management/placemaking perspective, a comprehensive understanding of central government and development plan policy issues.
• From a development management/placemaking perspective, a comprehensive understanding of planning legislation and good understanding of related legislation including local government legislation.
• From a development management/placemaking perspective, a general level of political awareness and good understanding of the operation of local government.
• We are working from home but there may be an occasional need to go into the office/attend Committee meetings.

We are offering an hourly rate of up to £50 per hour to the candidate (dependent on experience) on an Umbrella basis.

• This period closes on Friday May 16 2025 at 17:00.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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