Senior Town Planner – Residential Development Lead

Penguin Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK Housebuilder in Essex is seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner with housebuilder experience. In this influential role, you will guide the planning process from site identification to consent. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication and negotiation skills, with a solid understanding of UK planning. This role offers competitive salary, career progression, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Flexible working options

Genuine opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience with housebuilder, residential developer, or planning consultancy.
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning strategy on new and existing residential developments.
• Prepare, manage, and submit planning applications.
• Liaise and negotiate with local authorities and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Report-writing skills

Project management

Education

MRTPI qualified (or working toward)

Job description

A leading UK Housebuilder in Essex is seeking an experienced Senior Town Planner with housebuilder experience. In this influential role, you will guide the planning process from site identification to consent. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication and negotiation skills, with a solid understanding of UK planning. This role offers competitive salary, career progression, and flexible working options.