Overview
Join or sign in to apply for the Planning Development Manager (Highways) role at Jacobs. The Local Plans & Strategic Development team in Stevenage supports the planning process through identification of the most sustainable sites for growth and the master-planning/pre-application process. The team works for Hertfordshire County Council acting as the Highway Authority.
Your role will be critical in shaping sustainable development plans from a big-picture perspective, considering wider planning impacts such as drainage, transport access and the liveability of future communities. You will evaluate the suitability of development locations, negotiating with and managing multiple stakeholders, ensuring responses align with the county council’s objectives. Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills, with political awareness and consultative work, will be important.
Responsibilities
* Lead the One Service approach to Place Making within the Local Plan and Strategic Development Team.
* Work with Strategy and Programme Managers to develop programmes of work; manage communications with Local Planning Authorities (LPAs) and external partners while supporting the Local Plan process.
* Support the development of master plans for strategic developments, ensuring Highways interests are represented at an early stage.
* Contribute to the team and unit by researching and sharing best practice, developing new ideas and supporting the development of team members.
* Evaluate development locations; negotiate with and manage multiple stakeholders; ensure responses align with the county council’s objectives.
* Utilise strong relationship-building and negotiation skills with political awareness and meaningful, consultative engagement.
Qualifications
* A relevant degree (e.g., Geography, Planning or Engineering) or suitable relevant experience.
* Experience in transport, planning and/or sustainable development issues.
* Confident interpersonal and communication skills — ability to work effectively with people at all levels, manage conflict and build connections.
* Strong relationship builder with urban/transport/highway or similar planning awareness.
* Knowledge of local plans, urban planning principles, place-making and national policy frameworks like the NPPF.
Benefits
* Up to 10% pension
* 24 days (+10 days bought) holidays
* Free medical and income protection insurance and many more
Our approach
Jacobs values inclusion and belonging. We offer hybrid working, flexible arrangements, support for well-being, volunteering opportunities, and a commitment to accessibility in recruitment. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Careers Support.
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