Principal Planning Officer

Carrington West; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Planning Officer to support their local authority client in the south west of England. This role offers an initial 12-month contract with the potential for extension, requiring on-site presence every few weeks. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in Development Management, adept at navigating complex planning applications, including residential and commercial projects. Join a dynamic team that values flexibility and innovation, and help shape the future of local development with your expertise.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Site Visits

Confidential Discussions

Qualifications

• Experience supporting a local authority Development Management team.
• Significant post-qualification experience in development management.

Responsibilities

• Progress major planning applications including residential and commercial.
• Handle a caseload that includes greenfield sites and mixed-use schemes.

Skills

Development Management

Planning Applications

Site Visits

Greenfield Sites

Mixed-use Schemes

Education

Planning Degree

Royal Town Planning Institute Membership

Job description

Job Opportunity: Principal Planning Officer

Carrington West is assisting their local authority client based in the south west of England in the search for a Principal Planning Officer. This role is offered on an initial 12-month basis with on-site presence required once every 3 weeks.

The successful candidate should have sufficient experience supporting a local authority Development Management team. We seek an experienced officer to progress major planning applications, with significant post-qualification experience in delivering development management solutions for new developments. The caseload will include residential (approx. 100 dwellings), employment, and commercial applications. Experience with greenfield sites, reserved matters, town conversions into flats and HMOs, mixed-use schemes (rural and urban), and greenbelt sites would be advantageous.

The contract is initially for 12 months with potential for extension. The council seeks candidates who can 'hit the ground running' and offers flexible working arrangements, including site visits once every 2-3 weeks.

A comprehensive working knowledge and experience of Development Management are essential. A Planning Degree or equivalent qualification and full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute are beneficial but not mandatory.

Pay Rate: £50 per hour

Job Reference: 58257

Please contact Cameron de Wit at 02393 876014 for a confidential discussion, or email us at:

• [e-mail]
• [e-mail]

Carrington West's Town Planning Recruitment Team supplies clients across the UK on both permanent and contract basis at all seniority levels. If this role is too senior, too junior, or in an unsuitable location, please still apply to discuss other opportunities, including unadvertised roles.