We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Site Delivery Officer to join a Local Authority in the West Midlands on an interim basis. This opportunity would suit a qualified Town Planning professional with experience delivering large-scale strategic development sites, stakeholder engagement, and supporting the progression of complex housing and planning projects.

Start: ASAP

Duration: 6 Months

Rate: Negotiable

Location: Hybrid (office attendance once every 4 weeks, with site visits and in-person meetings as required)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Site Delivery Officer for a major strategic site allocation within an emerging Local Plan
• Support the delivery of a new settlement of approximately 10,000 homes
• Liaise with developers, landowners, consultants, local authority teams, and other key stakeholders
• Monitor site progress and help drive delivery objectives and programme milestones
• Provide planning and development expertise to support strategic growth initiatives
• Coordinate and attend site visits, meetings, and workshops as required
• Prepare reports, briefings, and updates for senior officers and key stakeholders
• Support the authority in progressing the strategic site through the planning and delivery process

Requirements:

• Qualified Town Planner (RTPI or equivalent)
• Experience working on large-scale residential, strategic planning, or regeneration projects
• Strong understanding of planning policy and development delivery
• Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders, including developers and public sector organisations
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills
• Local authority experience would be beneficial