Planning Team Manager

Posted 25 August 2026
Salary £700 per day
LocationWest Midlands
Job type Contract - Full Time
Job duration3 Months
Discipline Town Planning
ReferenceJO0000069197

Job description

Planning Team Manager 
Hybrid working available
£700 per day Umbrella PAYE - DOE
Initial contract
37 hours per week
Job Ref - 69197


Lead and shape a high-performing Planning Service within a leading Local Authority. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced planning manager to oversee Development Management, Planning Policy, Enforcement and Minerals & Waste functions while supporting the delivery of strategic service objectives.

Key responsibilities:

·Manage and lead a multidisciplinary planning team, providing guidance, mentoring and support
·Oversee Development Management processes including applications, appeals, enforcement and pre-application advice
·Support the delivery and review of the Minerals and Waste Local Plan
·Manage performance, resources and workloads to ensure an effective planning service
·Prepare committee reports, provide strategic advice and deputise for the Head of Planning when required

Requirements:

·Significant Local Authority planning experience at a senior management level
·Strong knowledge of Development Management, Planning Policy and enforcement processes
·Experience leading and developing professional planning teams
·Confidence presenting reports and representing the council at appeals and hearings
·Ability to build strong relationships with Members, developers and key stakeholders


Please call Jake Herrington on 02393 876015 for a confidential discussion on this role, or email:
jake.herrington@carringtonwest.com
planning@carringtonwest.com


Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supplies clients UK-wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role isn't quite right, please get in touch to discuss other opportunities.