17 senior planning officer jobs found

Marine Advisor | Offshore Wind Construction 📍 Teesside (Primary Location) | Occasional Travel to South West London Office 💰 Negotiable Day Rate | Outside IR35 ⏱️ 6 month contract (extension possible but not guaranteed) Ceto Talent is supporting a major EPC contractor within the Offshore Wind Business Line, helping deliver safe and efficient marine operations across multiple projects. We’re looking for an experienced Marine Advisor to provide maritime expertise across engineering, procurement, HSE, quality and planning teams, ensuring all vessel and offshore operations are carried out to the highest standard. Your role will sit within the Installation Methods department. What You’ll Be Doing * Prepare scopes of work and documentation for vessels used in project marine operations * Develop vessel specifications required for offshore activities * Review technical bid evaluations and proposals * Produce procedures and method statements * Support marine assurance activities...

Location: Hertfordshire (Hybrid - 1 day per week in office) Contract: 6 months Start Date: 15th December 2025 or ASAP Rate: £40 - £45 per hour (up to £50 for exceptional candidate) About the Role An LPA in Hertfordshire is seeking an experienced Lead or Senior Development Management Officer to join their team on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a busy planning department and manage a varied caseload. Key Responsibilities Handle a range of planning applications, including complex minors and small majors. Provide professional advice and ensure compliance with planning legislation. Support the team in delivering high-quality development management services. Requirements Proven experience in development management within a local authority setting. Ability to manage complex cases independently. Strong communication and organisational skills. Working Arrangements Hybrid working: 1 day per week in the office, remainder remote. Interested?...

About the Contractor This role is with a well-established UK building, infrastructure and engineering contractor with over a century of experience delivering major public-sector projects across the country. The business works across sectors including healthcare, education, transport, local authority and community facilities, and is trusted for delivering technically complex schemes on time and to high standards of quality and safety. They are a member of industry bodies, operate on collaborative frameworks and focus on partnership working, innovation and long-term client relationships. Project Overview Construction is underway on a new community building and GP surgery in Exeter, forming the final major infrastructure phase supporting a large residential development on the city’s outskirts. This mixed-use community hub and healthcare facility is part of a £48.6m programme funded by the Government’s Housing Infrastructure Fund to support the delivery of around 2,500 new homes....

Principal Registered Building Inspector (Class 2A-F / Class 3) Location: Islington (Islington Town Hall, Upper Street) Rate: £549.99 per day (Umbrella) Contract: Initial 4-month rolling contract Hours: 35 hours per week Attendance: Minimum 2 days per week in the office About the Role We are seeking an experienced Principal Registered Building Inspector to join a London local authority's Building Control service. This is a senior technical role requiring a qualified Class 2A-F or Class 3 Registered Building Inspector with strong regulatory knowledge and the ability to provide expert professional advice. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with the Building Regulations through detailed inspections, plan checking and oversight of complex applications. The successful candidate will manage their own case load, support internal council projects and deputise for the Team Manager when needed. This is an excellent opportunity for a high-calibre RBI seeking a stable,...

Freelance Project Manager required to manage and run a £10m new build scheme consisting of 5 individual industrial/logistic units along with associated offices, carparking and service areas. As the principal lead and point of contact for the scheme you will be responsible for dealing with the stakeholders and managing their expectations, manage the site team consisting of site manager, design manager and commercial team aswell as all associated subcontract packages and all planning, programming and design coordination. Other responsibilities will also involve the chairing of client/subcontractor meetings and providing progress reports to senior management team Current/previous employment track record as a Project Manager delivering new build industrial/logistic unit schemes will be a mandatory requirement aswell as current CSCS card, SMSTS and First Aid certificates as without this no application will be considered

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor – Hampshire 📍 London 🏢 Residential & Mixed-Use Developer 💼 Contract / Freelance 💰 Competitive Day Rate (Outside IR35) + Long-Term Pipeline A well-established and forward-thinking Hampshire-based property developer is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support multiple residential and mixed-use schemes across Hampshire. This contract role offers the opportunity to take responsibility for end-to-end commercial management while working flexibly within a dynamic development team. With a strong pipeline of current and upcoming schemes, there is potential for long-term, ongoing work. The Role As a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will oversee the commercial and financial delivery of several live projects, working alongside the in-house development, design, and delivery teams. You will lead cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and commercial reporting to ensure each...

The Project As an experienced Sub Agent, you will ensure that the work is carried out on time and to the company quality standards. This role will be on marine works, large concrete works & civils packages Requirements For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum; First Aid CSCS Card Driving Licence SMSTS / SSSTSFor this role it is essential that you hold the skills & experience below; Experienced in the Civil Engineering sector as a Sub/Site Agent The Role Job Title: Sub Agent Location: Grimsby Job Type: Freelance Reporting to: Project Manager Duties Delivering contract progress and providing formal reports to the contracts manager Ensuring that the project does not exceed tender allowances by communicating with the Surveying team Responsible for managing the quality of the works to ensure compliance with Test and Inspection Plans Responsible for development of temporary work designs Provide support and...

The Company Our client is a prestigious global developer with an exceptional track record of delivering luxury and award-winning flagship destinations. At present they hold a £50bn project portfolio with a further £3bn secured for the next 10 years. They have delivered an array of high-profile projects within the retail, commercial and residential sectors across the UK. The Project As a highly experienced Retail Project Manager, you will be based in a live shopping centre overseeing a range of retail refurbishments, maintenance, and fit-out projects valued up to £5 million. Your responsibilities will include leading and coordinating project teams and subcontractors, liaising with tenants, creating detailed plans, monitoring budgets and following schedules to ensure efficient store openings, closures, and renovations. You will manage tenant interactions, ensuring compliance with lease agreements and timely completion of fit-outs, so that stores are ready to trade as scheduled....

Job Opportunity: Site Administrator 📍 Location: London Hybrid – Between Lorclon Office and Sites as required 🏢 Company: Lorclon Ltd 📅 Application Deadline: 9th April 2025 Lorclon Ltd is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Site Administrator / Document Controller to support our dynamic project teams. This hybrid role requires travel between project sites as needed, providing essential administrative and document control support across multiple projects. 🔧 Key Responsibilities General office administration and clerical duties (filing, data entry, scanning, document management) Maintaining accurate records and assisting with compliance and health & safety documentation Assisting with payroll and accounts administration Supporting senior management with ad-hoc tasks and project support Data entry and maintenance of cost records Processing timesheets accurately and on time Preparing, organizing, and archiving project documents Supporting KPI tracking and reporting General...

We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Stock Condition Surveyor to join a Housing provider in Stockport. The role involves conducting property surveys to assess conditions and support the construction department effectively. Client Details The employer is a medium sized organisation dedicated to providing housing solutions and maintaining properties to a high standard. This organisation is committed to ensuring quality and safety within its construction projects in Stockport. Description Conduct detailed stock condition surveys on properties within the organisation's portfolio. Prepare accurate reports on property conditions and maintenance requirements. Identify and document any necessary repairs or upgrades during inspections. Assist in the planning and prioritisation of property maintenance and refurbishment schedules. Ensure compliance with relevant health and safety regulations in all assessments. Collaborate with the construction department to support project...

Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor – London 📍 London 🏢 Residential & Mixed-Use Developer 💼 Contract / Freelance 💰 Competitive Day Rate (Outside IR35) + Long-Term Pipeline A well-established and forward-thinking Surrey-based property developer is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor to support multiple residential and mixed-use schemes across London and the South East. This contract role offers the opportunity to take responsibility for end-to-end commercial management while working flexibly within a dynamic development team. With a strong pipeline of current and upcoming schemes, there is potential for long-term, ongoing work. The Role As a Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will oversee the commercial and financial delivery of several live projects, working alongside the in-house development, design, and delivery teams. You will lead cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and commercial reporting to ensure...

A client within the Public Sector based in Tyne and Wear is currently recruiting for a Facilities Maintenance Officer to join their Property & Compliance Team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a facilities management / compliance environment. The Role Key purpose of the role: To ensure the safe, compliant, and effective operation of council premises through planned maintenance, statutory checks, and coordination of emergency preparedness activities. Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Arranging and overseeing general premises maintenance, including door, roofing, and other fabric repairs. • Undertaking and accurately recording weekly and monthly checks on fire alarms, emergency lighting, fire exits, office torches, and fire extinguisher testing. • Coordinating emergency planning activities such as...

Job Title: Project Engineer – RC Frame Contractor (HS2) Location: HS2 Site – London Salary: £340 to ￡370 - CIS Contract Type: Contract Help build the backbone of Britain’s future transport. An established RC frame contractor working on HS2 is looking for a Project Engineer to support delivery of complex concrete structures on one of the UK’s most high-profile infrastructure projects. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious engineer with reinforced concrete experience to work on challenging and career-defining civil engineering works, including shafts, stations, bridges, and tunnel access structures. Key Responsibilities * Support site and project management teams in the planning and execution of RC frame packages. * Interpret technical drawings and ensure construction aligns with design specifications and tolerances. * Oversee setting out, concrete pours, reinforcement works, and formwork systems. * Liaise with client engineers,...

Freelance Building Services Manager (Mechanical Bias) Location: Birmingham Contract: Freelance / Outside IR35 (subject to assessment) Duration: 57 weeks, with strong pipeline of work Start: Feb 2026 A major Tier 1 main contractor with a strong presence across commercial, mixed-use, and major development schemes is seeking an experienced Building Services Manager (Mechanical Bias) to join their delivery team on a freelance basis. The business has secured a substantial forward workload for 2025, with a construction portfolio forecast in the region of £450m, offering consistency and long-term opportunity for the right individual. About the Role As the Building Services Manager, you will lead and coordinate building services activities from pre-construction through to project delivery, with a particular focus on mechanical systems. You will work closely with project teams, design consultants, and specialist subcontractors to ensure services are integrated, buildable, compliant,...

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Freelance Groundworks Site Manager on behalf of a long-standing regional groundworks & civil engineering contractor to manage a project in the Cleckheaton area. The initial project is a £10m+ residential groundworks package which is relatively new to site. It includes 200+ new plotworks to DPC as well as associated groundworks and full roads & sewers package. This contractor are a large business with a £200m+ turnover, they have tried and tested management systems in place and a large senior team. They offer a skilled Site Manager the opportunity to concentrate on running their own site. The Site Manager will be needed for an ongoing duration - potentially as long as 2 years with the expected work on this site. Duties: * Daily running of civils on site - as sub-contractor to housing developer * Ordering materials & managing supply chain * Writing RAMS & site documentation * Daily site diaries * Planning work - 2,3 and 4...

Senior Estimator – Groundworks / RC Frame / Demolition/ Temporary works Location: Luton (LU4) – Head Office Company: Groundworks, Cut & Carve, Demo, Temporary Works, RC Frame Contractor no remote working office based only We are seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join our established Groundworks and RC Frame company based in Luton LU4. The role is office-based with responsibility for pricing packages across groundworks, cut & carve, demolition, temporary works, and RC frame projects. Key Responsibilities • Assess and determine site restrictions and conditions that may impact deliveries, collections, access, logistics, and overall methodology. • Measure and review drawings using Bluebeam or similar take-off software. • Review specifications, employer’s requirements, client documents, and relevant tender information to fully understand project scope. • Make informed measured assumptions where design information is incomplete or missing. • Prepare clear, detailed Bill...

Senior Building Services Manager The Company Our client is one of the UK’s leading main contractors and due to continued growth they have a specific requirement for a Senior Building Services Manager. They undertake a wide range of projects with customers primarily being in the commercial office, public sector or retail markets. Schemes vary from individual projects to major national frameworks with values varying from £1 – £20million. The Role As a Senior Building Services Manager, you will take responsibility for the M&E delivery across a range of projects ensuring that all MEP services are managed effectively and fully interfaced with the other construction disciplines. The role will include: * Attend and chair meetings with the client, designers, specialist contractors and internal team * Provide expert advice in planning and executing the building services packages * Secure, develop and maintain strong relationships with specialist contractors and designers * Have...