Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Essex in the search for a Development Management Manager to join on a initial 6 month contract (Then rolling). You will be joining the council's planning team to support the Head of Planning and to manage a hard-working team of Principal Planners, Enforcement Officers, Land Charges Officer and Planning Technical Support staff. This role will provide support to the Head of Planning in delivering the Planning Service being responsible for all aspects of the Development Management, Planning Enforcement and Appeals, to ensure the delivery of the Development Plan and Essex 2050 (and other projects). The post holder will be accountable for the project management in respect of the Councils development management. You will be responsible for identifying and verifying benefits from the development plan and future strategic plans, projects and programmes as directed. ·Work collaboratively with the Head of Service and the Service Management Team to develop and deliver the Council's corporate vision, alongside strategic objectives leading to the delivery and implementation of an up-to-date development plan ·This role will ensure capacity to support the delivery of the development plan and other projects and programmes, in particular with regards to the Councils Growth Agenda ·The post will provide technical financial advice and guidance for the delivery of the Development Management and the Development Plan, alongside ongoing projects and programmes ·Deliver professional/managerial expertise advice with regards to the Planning aspects of programmes and projects under the remit of the Head of Service ·The post holder will lead and manage the work of Development Management and the Planning Enforcement and Appeals Teams to ensure the efficient operation of the service, in accordance with statutory and legislative requirements and the corporate objectives of the Council (including budgets). ·Responsible for ensuring consistency of decision making across the Borough in relation to all planning applications and enforcement action, in accordance with statutory requirements, the Development Plan framework, relevant corporate policies and national guidance ·To carry out negotiations with developers regarding the policy and financial aspect of developments including contractual arrangements such as quotes, financial processes and reviews to ensure development site viability, sustainability and deliverability ·Promoting the council's aims and objectives, engaging with key partners, stakeholders and staff at all levels to promote understanding of the Council's corporate objectives Experience in a similar position and knowledge and understanding of planning legislation and regulations is necessary. It would be beneficial to hold a Post-graduate degree in planning, regeneration or a related discipline, and have the eligibility for membership of RTPI. The council are looking for candidates who will be able to hit the ground running and are offering flexible working arrangements with home working provided. Carrington West Pay Rate - Approx £70per/hour (DOE) Job Ref - 66721 Please call Cameron de Wit on 02393 876014 for a confidential discussion on this role, or email myself or our planning team if you are short of time to chat: cameron.dewit@carringtonwest.com planning@carringtonwest.com Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis and all levels of seniority. If this role is too senior, too junior or in a location that is unsuitable, but you are keen on options, please still feel free to apply and we can discuss other, often unadvertised roles with you.