Job Title: Planning Manager
Location: Warrington
Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Benefits

Overview:
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Planning Manager to join a highly regarded national housebuilder at their regional office in Warrington. This is a key role within a thriving planning and land team, where you''ll take ownership of a wide range of planning matters for both immediate and strategic sites.

You will be joining a 5* housebuilder with a consistent record of delivering high-quality homes and strong customer satisfaction. This is a company where your work is valued, your development is supported, and your career progression is taken seriously.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary with annual bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Contributory pension and life cover
• Strong and supportive team culture
• Clear opportunities for progression
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives
• Be part of a growing region with a strong pipeline of projects

Role Responsibilities:

• Conduct site assessments, including planning history reviews, policy analysis, and development appraisals
• Prepare and manage the submission of a range of planning applications (outline, full, reserved matters, and discharge of conditions)
• Liaise with internal layout designers, consultants, and local authority planning officers throughout the application process
• Write planning statements, design & access statements, and other supporting documents
• Attend and contribute to public consultation and stakeholder events
• Develop and implement planning strategies to promote strategic land through the plan-making process
• Provide oversight and quality assurance on planning outputs within the team
• Mentor junior team members and support their development
• Support the Managing Director and regional leadership team on planning-related business decisions

Candidate Profile:

• Degree/Masters in Town Planning or related discipline, with RTPI accreditation
• Experience in residential planning (public or private sector)
• Strong knowledge of planning policy, development management, and Local Plans
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines efficiently
• A proactive and collaborative approach
• Full UK driving licence required

Interested?

Contact Josh Jones by email (url removed) or call (phone number removed).