Senior Design & Planning Executive Location: North Yorkshire / Teesside
Salary: £55,000
Car Allowance: £5,200
Bonus: 5%
Make a Home Where Your Work Truly Matters Our client doesnt just build houses they build futures. Not just for the people who live in their homes, but for their own people too.
When collective skills come together, incredible places and spaces are created where communities thrive. With multiple regional offices across the UK and international operations, our client brings their vision to life locally empowering their teams with the tools, trust and autonomy to succeed.
If you're looking for a role where your ideas are valued, your development is supported, and your impact is visible this could be your next move.
The Role: Senior Design & Planning Executive This is a pivotal position responsible for:
Preparing and submitting detailed design and construction information
Producing technical viability assessments
Securing planning and technical approvals
Providing technical support throughout the build process
You will combine strong in-house design capability with the ability to manage external consultants and work collaboratively with Local Planning Authorities to deliver commercially viable, policy-compliant, high-quality placemaking solutions.
You will also play a key role in strengthening and developing the wider Design Team.
Key Responsibilities Health, Safety & Environment Strong working knowledge of CDM, BSA, Health & Safety and Environmental regulations
Proactively design out risk
Understand ecological and environmental constraints
Input into Environmental Action Plans
Support implementation of CDM, EMS and BSA processes
Land, Planning & Community Engagement In-depth understanding of UK planning policy and legislation
Manage community consultations
Appoint and manage consultant teams for applications and appeals
Secure commercially viable planning approvals
Optimise planning submissions to meet customer and business needs
Evaluate development opportunities and site acquisitions
Contribute to viability assessments and negotiations
Discharge planning conditions in line with programme
Pre-Development Management Produce layouts and design packages for viability and planning
Ensure compliance with Building Regulations and statutory authorities
Liaise with planners, highways, water authorities, engineers and NHBC
Value engineer technical solutions
Manage consultant fees and budgets
Deliver high-quality coordinated design information
Understand affordable housing policy and delivery
Development Management Provide technical support to site and regional teams
Manage product and site documentation
Resolve technical queries with NHBC and site teams
Prepare and maintain legal plans
About You Degree qualified in Planning, Architecture or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 5 years experience within housebuilding, development or consultancy
Strong background in planning and development
Commercially aware with strong viability understanding
Excellent communicator with the ability to influence at all levels
Proactive, self-motivated and solutions-focused
Whats in It for You? Competitive basic salary (£55,000)
£5,200 car allowance
5% annual bonus
Private healthcare
Company-funded life insurance
Contributory pension scheme
Retail discounts
Discounted house purchase scheme
Car leasing scheme
Share plans
Flexible benefits (including option to buy additional annual leave)
Industry-leading training and career development
Our client offers a supportive, no-blame culture where collaboration is valued and professional growth is actively encouraged. This is a business where people genuinely feel at home.
Inclusivity Statement Our client is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds. Adjustments and support are available throughout the recruitment process to ensure equal opportunity for all candidates.
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