Planning Manager – Residential Development

Location: Cornwall Full-Time | Permanent Salary: £55-65,000 per annum

Are you a driven and strategic Planning Manager looking to play a pivotal role in shaping residential communities across Cornwall and Devon? Join an ambitious and design-led housebuilder at the forefront of quality new home delivery in the South West.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Planning Manager to take ownership of the planning strategy across a diverse and growing land pipeline. From smaller developments of 30 homes to large-scale schemes, you’ll be central to securing viable planning permissions that unlock land value and contribute to the delivery of high-quality homes.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead and execute the planning strategy from site acquisition through to consent.

* Oversee design development for planning drawings and documents.

* Manage planning applications, appeals, pre-application discussions, and planning conditions.

* Negotiate Section 106 agreements and engage with local planning authorities and stakeholders.

* Provide planning input during land appraisals and acquisition processes.

* Appoint and coordinate external planning and technical consultants.

* Stay up to date with planning policy and advise internal teams accordingly.

* Represent the company at public consultations, hearings, and planning commi...