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- Tasks: Lead planning strategy and manage diverse projects in waste, minerals, and sustainability.
- Company: Dynamic company focused on innovative development and sustainability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company car, flexible benefits, and generous annual leave.
- Why this job: Shape impactful projects and drive sustainable development in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: 2+ years in planning/development; degree accredited by RTPI/RICS preferred.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional growth and chartership support available.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 60000 £ per year.
Job Description
Planning & Development Manager
Location: Reading
Contract: Permanent, full-time (37.5 hrs; Mon–Fri, 9:00–17:30)
Salary: Competitive + company car + discretionary bonus
Shape a diverse operational estate across waste, minerals, renewables and sustainability.
Own the early stages: identify opportunities, secure consents and steer value-adding projects from feasibility through to handover.
What you’ll do
- Lead planning strategy and deliver robust submissions (incl. EIA where required) from pre-app to decision.
- Identify & appraise development opportunities; assess constraints, feasibility, market potential and commercial viability.
- Coordinate multi-disciplinary consultants; manage programme, budget and risk.
- Monitor and discharge planning conditions; manage variations; progress legal agreements (S106/S278/S38) to completion.
- Track local plans and make representations to protect and promote portfolio interests.
- Run/attend liaison groups and support public consultation with comms stakeholders.
- Provide clear planning advice to Operations/Estates to support efficient delivery.
What you’ll bring
- 2+ years in a planning/development role (client, consultancy or contractor); waste/minerals/infra experience welcome, strong transferables considered.
- Degree accredited by RTPI/RICS; member or working towards (chartership support available).
- Practical knowledge of planning applications, EIA, conditions and planning processes/appeals.
- Familiar with S106/S278/S38 and LPA/Highways/EA/LLFA interfaces.
- Comfortable with drawings/specs and measurements; strong MS Office (AutoCAD/GIS a plus).
- Confident communicator; organised; able to manage multiple workstreams.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
What’s on offer
- Competitive salary, company car and discretionary bonus.
- Pension with employer match, life assurance, flexible benefits (discounts, bike-to-work).
- 30 days’ annual leave (incl. bank holidays), rising with service, plus option to buy up to 5 extra days.
- Employee Assistance Programme and structured CPD with RTPI/RICS support.
Apply: Send your CV to will@engineeredconnections.com with the subject “Planning & Development Manager – Application.”
Questions? Call William on +44 203 834 9649.
Planning Manager employer: Engineered Connections
Contact Detail:
Engineered Connections Recruiting Team
We think you need these skills to ace Planning Manager
How to prepare for a job interview at Engineered Connections
✨Know Your Planning Stuff
Make sure you brush up on your knowledge of planning applications, EIA processes, and the specific regulations like S106/S278/S38. Being able to discuss these topics confidently will show that you're not just familiar with the theory but can apply it practically.
✨Showcase Your Project Management Skills
Prepare examples of how you've managed multi-disciplinary teams and coordinated projects in the past. Highlight your ability to juggle budgets, timelines, and risks, as this role requires strong organisational skills.
✨Communicate Clearly
As a Planning Manager, you'll need to liaise with various stakeholders. Practice articulating your thoughts clearly and concisely. Consider doing mock interviews with friends or colleagues to refine your communication style.
✨Research the Company and Local Plans
Familiarise yourself with the company's current projects and local planning policies. This will not only help you answer questions more effectively but also allow you to ask insightful questions, demonstrating your genuine interest in the role.
