The responsibilities of the role will include:
Researching local plans including settlement analysis to identify new land opportunities and constraints
Site visits, SWOT analysis
Meeting Council officers and professionals involved in new developments
Preparation of representations on emerging plans and new sites
Planning application preparation and submission, tendering, instructing consultants
Contributing to overall design process on new layouts, open space, ecological habitat creation
Researching planning history of sites; local policies and national planning legislation
Attendance at network events
Training:You will attend York College on a day-release basis and will receive training in the workplace during the remainder of your working hours each week.Training Outcome:This pathway would typically progress towards more senior roles in Planning and Land Buying, involving the delivery of strategic large-scale new developments for the company. Roles can include Senior Planner; Strategic Land Planner. The professional accreditation for this role is via the Royal Town Planning Institute, which can be through the Chartered Town Planner Apprenticeship or experience in industry.Employer Description:From the commitment we pour into our homes, to the belief we bring to supporting amazing careers, a role at Persimmon is a springboard for Building Your New Possible. Discover new opportunities to grow, learn new skills and release your potential.
We’re Persimmon Homes, a FTSE 100 listed company and a leading UK house builder serving local communities across the UK and delivering around 10,000 homes a year. We have 29 operating businesses in England, Wales and Scotland, three house-building brands and three off-site manufacturing facilities.Working Hours :9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, office based.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Committed to own developmen....Read more...
The Role: Principal Planner Location: BristolSector: Planning Consultancy / Real Estate DevelopmentSalary: Highly competitive – DOE I am very excited to be working with this national Planning Consultancy client to support their growth. I am looking for a qualified and experienced Principal Planner to join our client's growing team in the South West. It is a great time to join them as they open the doors to a new office and win work across multiple disciplines.The Principal Planner will take forward a wide portfolio of general planning consultancy project work including residential and regeneration schemes, town expansion, retail, renewable energy, commercial, rural and heritage related developments. You will also be responsible for developing and defending planning policy.Benefits:
Flexible working – Office 3 days / WFH / FieldBonusCar AllowancePensionPrivate HealthcareCompany closes over ChristmasCareer Progression
The group have gone from strength to strength and now is a very exciting time to join them. They have a very open and inclusive culture and pride themselves on ensuring room for all to thrive. We are open to looking at experienced candidates from any development sector; housebuilding, energy, retail etc.Key Responsibilities:
The evaluation of all types of planning applications, but in particular large and complex applications.Advise and negotiate with applicants, securing improvements where necessary and including negotiation with developers on s106 agreements where required.Preparation of reports on more complex development proposals, enforcement cases and planning and other applications.Prepare evidence and to represent the Client at planning or enforcement appeals, whether dealt with by written representations, hearings or public inquiries.Keep up to date with legislation, Government guidance and best practice in all areas of Planning.Advising clients in relation to planning policy and making representations on Local Plans, Neighbourhood Plans and supporting evidence, including Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessments (SHLAAs) and Strategic Housing Market Assessments (SHMAs).Coordination of and/or input to Environmental Impact Assessments.Management, including financial management of projects.Develop and expand client base which will include writing proposals for new projects/clients and preparation of tender responses.Assist in managing the planning team including resource allocation in liaison with the Planning Director.Mentor junior members of the team.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Hold an RTPI accredited degree or similar related degreeAlready achieved or working towards MRTPI accreditationThe ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing, to explain complex plans and proposals to clients, line manager and colleaguesA good understanding of current planning law and practiceExcellent negotiation skills including the ability to resolve conflictsExtensive project management experience
To be considered, please send your CV to sheila@corecruitment.comTo view all our vacancies, visit, www.corecruitment.comYou must be able to live and work in the UK without restriction.....Read more...
