Planner House Builder

Planner – Residential Housing Developer

Career-Bridge Recruitment are working with a well-established and expanding residential developer with a strong track record spanning several decades. Known for delivering high quality homes and fostering a supportive, team-driven culture, our clients continue to grow and invest in both their projects and their people.

Due to ongoing expansion, they are looking to appoint a Planner to join their technical function.

The Opportunity

• This is a key position within the business, supporting the progression of residential schemes from early-stage acquisition through to site delivery. You’ll take ownership of the planning process across a number of developments, ensuring applications are managed efficiently and approvals are secured in line with programme requirements.
• You’ll be working closely with internal departments and external partners, playing a vital role in driving projects forward and overcoming planning challenges.
• This role would suit someone who is organised, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple live sites within a fast-moving environment.

Key Duties

• Oversee planning activities across a portfolio of residential developments from pre-application through to approval
• Prepare and submit planning applications, including amendments and reserved matters
• Engage with local authorities, consultants, architects and other stakeholders to progress applications
• Manage planning conditions, S106 agreements and discharge requirements
• Provide planning guidance to internal teams including land, technical, commercial and construction
• Attend project meetings, design reviews and planning discussions
• Identify potential risks within the planning process and implement solutions
• Assist in developing planning strategies, timelines and internal reporting
• Maintain accurate records and documentation within company systems
• Stay informed on planning policy updates and legislative changes

About You

• Previous experience in a planning role within housing or residential development, or council background
• Solid understanding of UK planning policy and procedures
• Experience handling planning applications across multiple sites
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
• Well organised, with the ability to prioritise and manage competing deadlines
• A solutions-driven mindset with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and relevant planning systems

What’s on Offer

• Competitive basic salary £35,000 – £45,000 per annum
• Bonus scheme
• Car allowance and access to a salary sacrifice vehicle scheme
• 24 days holiday, increasing with service
• Pension contribution
• Employee assistance programme
• Paid volunteering day

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