Land and Planning Manager

Country Estates Group

To be based at our Reading / Wiltshire Offices

Are looking for a land and planning manager to help with growth in our residential division with both current sites and new sites with planning, identifying and assisting with strategic opportunities.

The applicant will ideally have:

• A planning background, ideally with a degree in Town Planning
• Be self-motivated
• A team player

Working with our Residential Sales Manager to manage the Division’s planning activities in relation to all aspects of land purchase, both short and long term to ensure that appropriate planning consents are obtained, cost effectively; and maximum contribution is achieved from all land purchases.

Undertake Planning Appraisals of all potential development sites and make recommendations to the Board on the prospects of achieving planning permission

Oversee the identification of potential forward land and ensure sites are analysed in accordance with Group Planning criteria and a shortlist is produced for discussion with Managing Director. 

Planning Procedure, Manage the Forward Land Bank and ensure it is effectively promoted through the Planning System with relevant Local Authorities in order to achieve appropriate Planning Consent.  Utilising the 3-year Land Schedules and Options Schedules, forecast the contribution from the Forward Land Bank in terms of units and timescale and provide updates to the Managing Director at regular planning meetings.  

Ensure appropriate authority is obtained for forward land acquisition, appoint land agents and agree fees, liaise with solicitors and other internal departments (Technical and Divisional/Group Accounts) to ensure correct acquisition procedures are followed.

Ensure an up to date and efficient database is maintained to assist in the implementation of current and forward land policies in the company. Land Acquisition Determine the appropriate method of acquisition and manage the planning representation procedure to ensure it is carried out effectively.

Purchase of forward land sites when options are exercised.  Maintain a high profile with external property contacts by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with local authorities, local agents, land owners and other developers within the Division’s geographical area, in pursuit of opportunities for the company

Available to commence work as soon as possible.

Please send your CV to denise.foster@countryestates.co.uk

Or post to: Country Estates, Kingfisher House, 17 Albury Close, Reading, RG30 1BD