Our client is a forward-thinking UK homebuilder committed to creating sustainable, high-quality communities across the Midlands. They are seeking two Planning Managers, one for East and the other for West Midlands, to drive all project-specific planning activities from land acquisition and site promotion through to delivery, ensuring each development progresses efficiently and reflects the company’s vision for thoughtful, long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and implement planning strategies for newly acquired and existing sites.
• Project manage the planning promotion of sites from inception through to delivery, including the preparation and timely submission of planning applications.
• Lead on Reserved Matters applications, Section 106 negotiations, and the discharge of planning conditions and obligations.
• Support the promotion and delivery of strategic land sites to sustain long-term regional growth. • Prepare or assist with planning inputs for land bids and acquisition appraisals.
• Manage external project teams, including consultants, planning advisors, and legal representatives.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key external stakeholders.
• Manage project-specific planning budgets to ensure best value.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of, and compliance with, relevant company policies, legislation, and planning regulations.
• Operate with autonomy while contributing to a connected, collaborative planning team across both regions.
Qualifications & Experience
• RTPI-accredited degree with a minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Chartered Member of the RTPI (MRTPI) or working towards Chartered Membership with a clear commitment to achieve it.
• Solid understanding of both immediate and strategic land planning processes.
• Proven experience managing multiple complex projects and stakeholder relationships.
Personal Attributes
• A results-driven mindset with the confidence to challenge, negotiate, and persuade to drive projects forward.
• The ability to influence outcomes across the Technical, Construction, and Sales functions in the regions.
• Tenacious and pragmatic, able to balance assertiveness with diplomacy to ensure delivery deadlines are met.
Ref: 4031IG