Position Title:Planning ManagerDate Finalised/Last Reviewed:18/06/24Function:Land & PlanningReports to:Land & Planning Director and Senior Technical Manager and/or Technical Director as requiredDirect Reports:Management Trainees/ Graduates (as appropriate) Job summary/purpose: Lead on the submission and negotiation of planning applications and conditions including S106 agreements and viability models.Inform planning strategy, timelines and complete relevant trackers.Brief and instruct the planning consultants as appropriate.Support Technical with the management of external consultants and the application workstreams.Prepare and complete planning reports and supporting documents for LPEs and submissions.Review and advise on local policies/ guidance.Manage and co-ordinate the public consultation process and stakeholder engagement.Fulfill the obligations of the planning parts of the Operating Framework ensuring relevant milestones and key meetings are attended.Liaise successfully with other teams within the BU, particularly technical, to manage schemes from initial identification to acquisition and beyond.Primary responsibilities: Select and manage consultants in the preparation of planning applications and appealsIdentify suitable opportunities to meet business strategyDevelop a good knowledge of the geographical area and build a network of strong relationships with key contactsHave an in depth knowledge and clear understanding of the continually evolving planning systemDeliver projects on time and in compliance with fee budgetsUnderstand the importance of viability in the negotiation and delivery of development Consider placemaking and the customer throughout the planning process Key business relationships: Internal: Land/ Planning and Technical, Other BU functions - Legal / Sales / Commercial / Production / Finance, Strategic LandExternal: Planning Officers and Members, Landowners and Property Agents, Local Stakeholders, Planning and Associated consultants, Engineers, Architects, SolicitorsWhat are the measures of success for this position? Delivering Successful planning outcomes inline with timscales agreed with BU management team Development of strong relationships with key contacts, both internal and externalSupporting the acquisition of suitable land on favourable terms, to meet the business strategyExperience, Qualifications, Technical Requirements, Education Required/PreferredDegree qualification in a relevant subject or where transferable skills can be demonstratedRequiredMRTPI or MRICS qualificationPreferredExperience with another Developer/ Housebuilder, Planning Consultancy or Local GovernmentRequiredA full driving licence.RequiredDesire to build experience of land acquisition and planning managementPreferredKey Competencies:Make informed decisionsLeading SelfBe well planned and organisedLeading SelfCommunicate well and collaborateLeading SelfBe passionate about customersLeading SelfDevelop good relations and act with integrityLeading SelfInternal Applicants – Please inform your Line Manager if you wish to apply for this role