Job summary

If you have the expertise and are ready to lead on strategic planning projects, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team.

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Principal Planning Officer

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Job description

Our client, is currently seeking a Principal Planning Officer to join their team on a 12-month contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on complex infrastructure planning projects including TWAO and NSIP schemes
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams, manage competing deadlines, and ensure delivery of high-quality outputs
• Prepare Local Impact Reports, Relevant Representations, and Written Representations for NSIPs
• Engage and negotiate with stakeholders, including local communities, developers, legal advisors, and statutory consultees

Job Requirements:

• Experience in development management and town planning
• Strong project management skills, with a proven track record of leading complex infrastructure planning projects under the TWAO and NSIP regulatory regimes from inception to decision
• Excellent understanding of UK planning legislation and policy, including the Planning Act 2008 and TWA 1992
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality outputs within strict deadlines
• Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
• Full clean driving licence

Qualifications:

• RTPI accredited degree in Town Planning or related discipline

If you have the expertise and are ready to lead on strategic planning projects, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated team.