Job Description

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Planner to join our team in our Solihull Office. As our Planner, you will deal with, and (under the guidance of our Planning Manager) be responsible for supporting planning related matters within the business, including: devising planning strategies, managing consultant teams, drafting statements required for the submission of planning applications and delivering immediate or long term planning projects on a variety of scales.

As part of this process, you will have a close working relationship with other internal departments such as design, land, technical, commercial, construction and sales teams, alongside liaising with a variety of planning authorities and statutory consultees to progress applications and discharge conditions.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in the preparation of planning appraisals and reports to support the Land Team in the bidding process. Oversee the work of all external consultants to prepare, submit and manage planning applications. Undertake community engagements with local residents and stakeholders. Liaise directly with, and respond to the comments of, planning authorities and statutory consultees to ensure the successful outcome of the planning application process. Submit and prepare non-material amendment and minor material amendment applications to amend planning permissions. Manage and maintain planning condition trackers. Gathering all necessary information, submitting and pushing for discharge in a timely manner. Raising purchase orders and managing the planning budget for each project. Understanding the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) and how this is calculated. Understand S106 agreements and keep trackers to ensure obligations are complied with. Awareness of housebuilder requirements including standard house types and design principles. Attend external meetings and site visits.

Experience

To be successful in the role, we are looking for:

Planner (ideally having achieved or working towards Chartered RTPI Accreditation. Previous experience (preferably 2 + years) with a house builder, private consultancy or local authority. Experience in planning policy/development management.

Desired Personal Qualities

Effective communicator. Time management and organisational skills and the ability to work on their own initiative. Self-motivated and self-disciplined with a desire to invest time in personal development. Possession of driving license.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Enhanced maternity leave Free flu jabs Free parking Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Experience:

Planning: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person