Planning Manager

Our client, a leading Tier 1 contractor in the power distribution sector, is currently seeking a Planning Manager to join their team. This position offers a unique opportunity to play a crucial role in delivering the UK's critical electricity infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead planning delivery across multiple electricity infrastructure projects
• Prepare, submit, and manage planning applications, approvals, and variations
• Track and manage planning conditions, compliance activities, and construction sequencing
• Act as the expert for planning matters across project teams and stakeholders
• Collaborate with designers, environmental specialists, and supply chains to secure high-quality submissions
• Liaise with Local Planning Authorities, statutory consultees, and landowners
• Identify risks and implement practical mitigation strategies
• Provide planning advice to inform construction methodology, access, and sequencing
• Maintain accurate records, trackers, and reports to support programme governance and audit requirements
• Support community and stakeholder engagement during construction

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Town Planning or related discipline
• RTPI chartership (working towards or recently achieved)
• Experience in planning within contractor, consultancy, or infrastructure delivery environments
• Solid understanding of the UK planning system and construction phase compliance
• Proven track record supporting live construction projects or multiple schemes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and solution-oriented
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in electricity infrastructure projects (substations, overhead lines, underground cabling)
• Familiarity with Tier 1 contractor environments
• Experience managing planning conditions, CEMPs, and construction phase approvals
• Understanding of how planning links with programme, cost, and engineering delivery

Benefits:

• Paying up to £55,000 per annum
• Monday - Friday 40 hours per week
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working (4:1 or 3:2)
• Pension contribution
• Opportunity to shape the future of the UK's electrical infrastructure
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Supportive and engaging leadership team

If you are a dedicated Planning Manager with a focus on excellence in compliance, quality, and professionalism, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and exciting team.