Job Description

Major Projects Officer (Interim)

5-month contract | Immediate start

£420 day rate

Inside IR35 (via umbrella)

Hybrid working

Are you ready to take ownership of some of the largest and most complex planning applications in the pipeline? As a Major Projects Officer, you will step into a pivotal role where your expertise directly shapes high-profile developments. Reporting into an experienced Planning Manager, you will be trusted to lead major schemes end-to-end, influence key stakeholders, and drive high-quality outcomes within a fast-paced Planning & Development environment. This Major Projects Officer opportunity offers the autonomy and exposure that will elevate your career instantly.

Your Role as Major Projects Officer:

Lead on complex major planning applications from validation through to decision

Drive PPA delivery and manage key project timelines and stakeholder expectations

Produce high-quality reports and present recommendations to Planning Committee

Act as lead officer in appeals, hearings and inquiries when required

Mentor junior planners and support wider service improvement initiativesYour previous experience as Major Projects Officer:

Strong background managing major planning applications within a Local Authority

Proven expertise in planning legislation and development management

Experience with pre-apps, committee reporting and appeals

Ability to influence stakeholders across developers, members and the public

RTPI membership (or working towards) with excellent written and verbal communicationThis Major Projects Officer role is perfectly suited to someone who thrives on complexity, enjoys high levels of responsibility, and wants to make a visible impact on major developments. With demand for experienced professionals high, this Major Projects Officer position won’t be on the market for long.

If you’re interested in discussing this Major Projects Officer opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact George Batson on (phone number removed) or apply today.

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact)

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process