Warrington
Engineering
Permanent | Full Time
ASAP
18/07/2025
08/08/2025
Planning Manager
Location: Warrington
Persimmon Homes are looking for an experienced and commercially aware Planning Manager to join their North West team based in Warrington. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a strategic planning role with one of the UK's largest and most successful housebuilders.
As a five-star builder with a proven track record of delivering high-quality new homes across the country, Persimmon offers a stable platform for you to grow your career while making a direct impact on the delivery of much-needed housing.
What You'll Be Doing
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Manage and progress a pipeline of short, medium, and long-term residential planning applications
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Lead the preparation and submission of planning applications, appeals and associated documents
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Work collaboratively with the Land, Technical, and Commercial teams to maximise land opportunities
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Maintain excellent working relationships with local authorities, consultants, and key stakeholders
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Monitor and influence emerging local plans and planning policy
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Provide strategic advice to senior management on planning risk and opportunities
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Represent the company at planning committees, appeals, and public consultations
What We're Looking For
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A relevant degree in Town Planning or a related field
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MRTPI status (or equivalent experience)
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Strong understanding of the UK planning system and residential planning policy
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Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills
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Proven experience in managing major planning applications in-house or via consultancy
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A commercial approach to planning and land promotion
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Full UK driving licence
What's In It For You?
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Competitive salary + car or car allowance
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Discretionary bonus scheme
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Company pension & life insurance
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Employee benefits platform - discounts, wellness support & more
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Career progression opportunities in a successful, supportive team
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Be part of one of the UK's leading residential developers with strong regional presence