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Taylor Wimpey plc

Position Title:

Planning Manager

Date Finalised/Last Reviewed:

18/06/24

Function:

Land & Planning

Reports to:

Land & Planning Director and Senior Technical Manager and/or Technical Director as required

Direct Reports:

Management Trainees/ Graduates (as appropriate)

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.

Select and manage consultants in the preparation of planning applications and appeals
Identify suitable opportunities to meet business strategy
Develop a good knowledge of the geographical area and build a network of strong relationships with key contacts
Have an in depth knowledge and clear understanding of the continually evolving planning system
Deliver projects on time and in compliance with fee budgets
Understand the importance of viability in the negotiation and delivery of development
Consider placemaking and the customer throughout the planning process

Internal: Land/ Planning and Technical, Other BU functions - Legal / Sales / Commercial / Production / Finance, Strategic Land
External: Planning Officers and Members, Landowners and Property Agents, Local Stakeholders, Planning and Associated consultants, Engineers, Architects, Solicitors

Delivering Successful planning outcomes inline with timscales agreed with BU management team  
Development of strong relationships with key contacts, both internal and external
Supporting the acquisition of suitable land on favourable terms, to meet the business strategy                                                               Required/Preferred

Degree qualification in a relevant subject or where transferable skills can be demonstrated

Required

MRTPI or MRICS qualification

Preferred

Experience with another Developer/ Housebuilder, Planning Consultancy or Local Government

Required

A full driving licence.

Required

Desire to build experience of land acquisition and planning management

Preferred

Key Competencies:

Make informed decisions

Leading Self

Be well planned and organised

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Communicate well and collaborate

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Be passionate about customers

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Develop good relations and act with integrity

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Internal Applicants – Please inform your Line Manager if you wish to apply for this role