Planner

A regional house builder have a requirement for a Planner to join their Technical and Planning team to ensure the delivery of fully implementable planning consents to meet business targets.

Reporting to the Planning Director you will carry out planning and development appraisals, prepare and submit planning and other related applications within the residential sector for both immediate and strategic sites. Duties and responsibilities to include:

Advising upon planning policy requirements which influence projects
Advising upon local plan statuses within region and strategic policies influencing housing
Advising upon what planning approvals are required to ensure site starts are achieved
Advising upon validation requirements for planning application submissions
Have a working knowledge of the contractual obligations concerning planning submissions and the communication of planning documentation
Attend planning committees and represent the business as required
Provide input into viabilities concerning affordable housing requirements, commuted sum payments, obligations and CIL
Network and build relationships with Council planning officers, local politicians and members of the public engaged in the planning process
Assist the Planning Director on any public consultation arrangements
Comply with and uphold company policies and procedures
Undertake any additional tasks as may reasonably be required from time to time
Ensure that all planning conditions are discharged in a timely manner in line with business plan requirements
Co-ordinate the preparation and submission of planning applications, working closely with the Planning Manager and wider team
Assist with formulating and implementing planning strategies for each development

Skills & Experience required:

RTPI-accredited town planning or relevant built environment degree
2 years of planning experience related to housing within housebuilding, consultancy, land promoter or local authority
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
Understanding of the planning policy requirements that influence major housing developments
Understanding the process and timescales associated with securing planning permission for major housing developments
Experience of supporting or coordinating the preparation of residential planning applications and Local Plan representations
Experience in undertaking planning appraisals of potential development sites

What’s on offer?

The company are offering a competitive salary (dependant on experience), option of a company car or car allowance, fuel card, (electric cars available), 10% bonus, enhanced pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, etc. The company are also on a growth plan and will have opportunities for career development.

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