Principal Planning Officer-Major Residential & Rural Schemes

The Planner Jobs Redactive Publishing Limited; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority client is searching for a Principal Planning Officer to manage a mixed caseload of planning applications, including significant housing developments. This role offers flexible working and requires on-site presence once a week or bi-weekly. Candidates should have a relevant degree in town planning and ideally be a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute. The contract is initially for 6 months with a pay rate of £55 per hour, dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in town planning.
• Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Case officer responsibility for mixed caseload applications.
• Dealing with housing developments of approximately 100 homes.

Job description

A local authority client is searching for a Principal Planning Officer to manage a mixed caseload of planning applications, including significant housing developments. This role offers flexible working and requires on-site presence once a week or bi-weekly. Candidates should have a relevant degree in town planning and ideally be a member of the Royal Town Planning Institute. The contract is initially for 6 months with a pay rate of £55 per hour, dependent on experience.