Principal Town Planner

6 days ago

Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Penguin Recruitment Ltd Full time
About the Role

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Town Planner to join our client, a leading development company in the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and ambitious professional to take on a challenging and rewarding role.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the planning process for multiple large-scale projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to project timelines.
  • Prepare, review, and sign off on comprehensive planning reports.
  • Provide strategic planning advice to clients, helping them navigate complex regulatory issues.
  • Represent the company at planning committees, public consultations, stakeholder events, and meetings with government bodies and other key stakeholders.
  • Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including external consultants, to ensure cohesive project delivery.
  • Oversee the submission of planning applications, including pre-application discussions, application documents, and post-decision conditions.
  • Take a leading role in the preparation of planning policy documents and feasibility studies for new and existing projects.
  • Utilise GIS systems and other planning tools to assess site suitability and inform strategic decision-making.
  • Monitor and report on the status of planning applications, appeals, and other relevant planning activities, ensuring all actions are completed in a timely manner.
  • Advise on planning conditions, variations, and enforcement matters through the full project lifecycle (RIBA Stages 1-6).
  • Drive continuous improvement within the planning team, ensuring a culture of excellence and innovation.
About the Company

Our client is a dynamic and forward-thinking development company that undertakes challenging and varied projects across the UK. They specialise in Crematoria and Cemetery Planning, Design, and Environmental Services, and have a strong track record of delivering high-quality projects.

Requirements
  • Candidates should hold a degree in Geography, Urban Planning, or a related field, with a 2:1 or above.
  • You should hold commensurate experience at Principal Planner level (preferably from a private planning consultancy or a developer environment).
  • Chartered Membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) or eligibility for chartered status, preferable.
  • A full UK driving license, with a willingness to travel to site visits across the UK.
  • Strong project management skills, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time.

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