Telecoms Town Planning Surveyor

JR United Kingdom; Norwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in telecoms seeks a Planning Surveyor to develop and implement detailed telecom planning strategies, focusing on network expansion and compliance. You will collaborate with stakeholders to manage planning applications and ensure project success within legal and regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and numerical skills required.
• Interest in legal matters, policies, and procedures beneficial.
• Sound decision-making and business management skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and planning appraisals to facilitate project delivery.
• Prepare and manage planning applications through the entire process.
• Provide expert planning advice and manage work activities with teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Commercial awareness

Decision-making

Teamwork

IT proficiency

Job description

Join our dynamic team at Mitie Telecoms to develop and implement detailed telecoms planning strategies that support network expansion and optimisation, collaborating with various internal functions to achieve company objectives.

Main Purpose of the Role

As a Planning Surveyor based at our modern Manchester offices, you will be part of the Acquisition & Planning team. This technical SME role involves managing delivery activities related to securing planning rights necessary for Mitie projects, including MNO customer projects (upgrades, replacements, new sites), and specialist projects involving Solar PV and EV solutions. The role requires working across multiple client programmes, so teamwork and technical expertise in planning are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys and planning appraisals to facilitate project delivery.
• Prepare and manage planning applications through the entire process.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, providing expert planning advice and managing work activities with internal teams and suppliers.
• Perform research and analyses to identify trends affecting project progression.
• Conduct site surveys and feasibility studies for new telecoms infrastructure.
• Work with local authorities, developers, and community stakeholders to meet regulatory requirements.
• Analyse network performance data to identify improvement areas.
• Prepare detailed planning reports and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with standards, regulations, and policies.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Provide technical guidance to junior team members.
• Analyse market data and present findings to clients.
• Advise clients on construction regulations and legal matters.
• Assess impacts of economic, social, and environmental developments.

Desired Attributes

We seek individuals with excellent analytical and numerical skills, effective communication abilities, strong interpersonal skills, and confidence in negotiation, networking, and presenting. An interest in legal matters, policies, and procedures is beneficial, along with creativity and problem-solving skills. Good commercial awareness, understanding of the telecom sector, teamwork, sound decision-making, business management skills, and proficiency with IT and relevant software are required.

If you're ready for a challenging and rewarding role in telecoms planning, apply now to join our team at Mitie Telecoms.