Urban Land Developer

2 days ago


Rugby, Warwickshire, United Kingdom Penguin Recruitment Full time
Purpose of the Role

The Urban Land Developer will play a key role in promoting land through the planning process, securing allocations for housing and commercial development, and supporting the management of planning applications and strategic land projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Land Promotion: Lead the promotion of land through the planning process to secure allocations for housing and commercial use.
  • Planning Applications: Assist in the preparation and submission of planning applications and manage the appeals process where necessary.
  • Site Layout Review: Collaborate with the Land team to review site layouts and constraints, ensuring that planning assumptions are feasible.
  • Reserved Matters & Conditions: Oversee the management of Reserved Matters planning applications and the discharge of planning conditions.
  • Project Management: Track the discharge of conditions, manage S106 payments, and provide project oversight from start to completion.
  • Consultant Management: Appoint and manage external consultants, ensuring timely delivery within budget.
  • Local Plan Monitoring: Stay up to date with Local Plan documents, monitor housing land supply, and assess competitor activity.
  • Community Engagement: Engage with local communities and stakeholders on planning applications and site promotions.
  • Strategic Planning: Assist in the development of planning strategies for individual projects and evaluate various development options.
  • Reporting: Produce monthly progress reports and assist in managing project budgets and professional fees.
Who You'll Work With
  • Internal:
    • Strategic Land team, Technical, Land and Commercial divisions, Management team.
  • External:
    • Landowners, Land agents, Local Planning Authorities, consultants, town councils, councillors, and other public bodies.
Key Competencies
  • Commercial Awareness: Ensure all contractual obligations are met before committing to project expenditure.
  • Cost Management: Secure the best value when appointing consultants and accurately forecast fee spend.
  • Innovation: Embrace innovative planning solutions and adapt to changing project needs.
  • Planning Policy Expertise: Develop a strong understanding of government planning policy, Local Plan processes, and housing land supply.
Experience & Qualifications
  • Relevant experience in planning (within a Local Authority, housebuilder, or consultancy).
  • Candidates with a degree in a relevant field will be supported in working towards professional accreditation (RTPI/RICS).
  • A full driving license is required.
About This Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to further their career in the planning and development sector. The estimated salary range for this position is £40,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience, and the location is Rugby.



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