Senior Planner – Housebuilding

Location: Edinburgh
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Permanent

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Planner to join an established and growing housebuilding business in Edinburgh. The successful Senior Planner will be responsible for managing the planning process across a portfolio of residential developments, from initial site appraisal through to detailed planning consent and delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Planner with strong housebuilding experience to take ownership of a varied portfolio of residential projects and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the planning process for residential developments from initial site identification through to planning approval.
• Prepare and submit planning applications, amendments and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with local authorities, planning consultants, architects, engineers and other external stakeholders.
• Monitor planning applications and ensure projects progress in line with agreed programmes.
• Provide planning advice and guidance during the acquisition and development of new sites.
• Review planning policies, local development plans and emerging planning requirements.
• Identify potential planning risks and develop strategies to overcome issues and delays.
• Coordinate external consultants and ensure planning submissions are completed to a high standard.
• Attend planning meetings, site meetings and consultations with relevant stakeholders.
• Support the wider development team with feasibility, site appraisal and acquisition activities.
• Keep up to date with changes to Scottish planning legislation, policy and regulations.
• Assist with the preparation of reports and updates for senior management.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Senior Planner, Planner or Planning Manager within housebuilding, residential development or a related property environment.
• Strong understanding of the Scottish planning system and planning policy.
• Experience managing residential planning applications from submission through to determination.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of the impact planning decisions have on development viability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with development, technical and commercial teams.
• A relevant planning/property qualification is desirable, alongside membership of the RTPI where applicable.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Annual leave allowance.
• Company benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on a strong portfolio of residential developments across Edinburgh and the surrounding areas.
• Long-term career progression within an established housebuilding business.