Town Planner

TipTopJob; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK housebuilder in Lancashire is seeking a Town Planner to join their team. This role involves managing planning applications, liaising with internal teams and authorities, and supporting stakeholder engagement. Ideally, candidates will have an RTPI accredited Planning degree and previous experience in development management. The position offers competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus

Car allowance or company car

Healthcare and life cover

Contributory pension

Employee benefits platform

Qualifications

• Experience in development management or planning policy.
• Accredited Planning degree required.
• Strong communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planning and development appraisals.
• Preparing and managing planning applications.
• Liaising with internal teams and local authorities.

Skills

Development management experience

Planning policy expertise

Strong communication skills

Ability to work to deadlines

Education

RTPI accredited Planning degree

Job description

Overview

Town Planner role with a leading UK housebuilder in Lancashire. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with an established name in the residential sector, offering real scope for professional development and career progression.

Location

Location: Lancashire

Responsibilities

• Carrying out planning and development appraisals.
• Preparing and managing planning applications (Outline, Full, Reserved Matters, Discharge of Conditions).
• Liaising with internal teams, consultants, and local planning authorities.
• Preparing and reviewing planning statements, design and access statements, and supporting documents.
• Supporting consultation events and stakeholder engagement.
• Monitoring local plans and developing planning strategies to maintain a strong pipeline of sites.

What’s on Offer / Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus.
• Car allowance or company car.
• Healthcare, life cover, and contributory pension.
• Employee benefits platform with high-street discounts and wellbeing support.
• Opportunity to work for a respected 5* housebuilder with an excellent track record.

Requirements

• Previous experience in development management or planning policy (private or public sector).
• RTPI: accredited Planning degree (degree or masters).
• Strong communication skills and ability to work to deadlines.
• Full UK driving licence.

If you’re ambitious, proactive, and ready to take the next step in your planning career, we’d love to hear from you.

Interested? Contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on 362 010 or email.

Lancaster, England, United Kingdom