The Role
Reporting to the Planning Director, you will lead the planning strategy and project coordination of significant residential-led developments — typically large-scale, multi-phase schemes requiring careful stakeholder management and long-term vision.
This is more than a traditional planning role. You will combine strong planning expertise with project and development management capability, overseeing outline consents and guiding schemes through the promotion and delivery phases.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading planning strategy on large, complex residential-led and mixed‑use schemes
* Managing projects through Local Plan promotion, outline consent and reserved matters stages
* Overseeing outline planning applications on multi-phase developments
* Acting as project lead across consultant teams (planning, technical, environmental, masterplanning, viability)
* Working closely with consortium partners, JV partners and landowners to align strategy and delivery
* Coordinating inputs across technical disciplines to ensure programmes and commercial objectives are met
* Representing the business at hearings, examinations and planning committees
* Supporting land acquisition and strategic land appraisals
About You
We’re seeking an experienced planning professional who understands the dynamics of strategic land and major development delivery.
* Strong experience within a strategic land promoter, master developer or major housebuilder
* Proven track record on large, complex residential‑led projects
* Experience overseeing outline consents on multi‑phase schemes
* Comfortable working with consortium arrangements and joint venture partners
* Strong project management and development management skills
* Commercially astute with the ability to balance planning, programme and delivery considerations
* Confident communicator, capable of engaging with local authorities, stakeholders and partners
Why Apply?
* Join a well‑capitalised, ambitious business with a strong pipeline
* Genuine influence across planning and development strategy
* Competitive salary, bonus and comprehensive benefits
* Clear opportunity for progression as the portfolio grows
If you’re a Senior Planning Manager looking to step into a broader strategic and development‑focused role, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact.
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