18 principal planning officer jobs found

Principal Planning Officer – Development Management (Major Applications/PPA) South East England | Remote (with site visits) | 6-Month Rolling Contract | Inside IR35 We are currently supporting a Local Authority in the South East of England seeking an experienced Principal Planning Officer to provide specialist support within their Development Management function, with a particular focus on strategic major applications and Planning Performance Agreements (PPAs). This role requires an individual who can hit the ground running, confidently managing a complex caseload of large-scale applications while operating within a fast-paced local authority environment. Key Responsibilities * Lead on the assessment and determination of major planning applications, including complex and strategic schemes * Manage multiple major applications concurrently, ensuring delivery within statutory timeframes and PPA milestones * Undertake site inspections and provide professional planning...

Oyster is working with a local authority in the South East that is looking for an experienced Principal Planning Officer to support on a key plan-making and planning policy project. This is a 6-month temporary opportunity, suited to someone who can start at short notice and bring strong experience in Local Plan preparation, evidence base review, policy drafting and member engagement. The role is offered on a hybrid basis, with an expectation of 1 day per week in the office. The role will involve: You’ll be supporting complex work relating to the preparation of the Local Plan, including reviewing evidence base documents, drafting policies and guidance, analysing data, supporting statutory reporting, and helping shape policy responses following engagement. You may also be involved in presenting evidence in writing and in person, including at Examination in Public, as well as providing guidance and coaching to more junior members of the team. We’re looking for someone with: * Strong...

Principal Planning Officer Maidenhead | Hybrid (mainly remote) Up to £61ph (umbrella) 3-month contractI'm working with a council in Maidenhead who need a Principal Planning Officer to come in on an interim basis. You'll be helping the Team Manager keep things ticking over - dealing with a mix of applications (including majors), supporting the wider team, and stepping in where needed. You'll need to be comfortable attending planning committees (fortnightly), plus site visits and meetings when they come up. Mostly remote role, but they'd like someone who can come into the office occasionally (ideally once a week, but they're flexible)

Carrington West are assisting their local authority client based in Essex in their search for a Principal Planning Policy Officer to join their Town Planning department.   This is a 6-month temporary opportunity for a Principal Planning Officer who has experience in plan-making, good planning policy knowledge and who is available to start date on short notice. Please note this role is offered on a hybrid working basis.   Accountabilities Undertaking complex work in relation to the preparation of the Castle Point Plan including: ·Reviewing and interpreting complex evidence base documents and formulating policies that respond to the outcomes of that evidence. ·Undertaking analysis of data and information to create evidence to support plan making and decision taking. This includes statutory reporting. ·Advising members of the options and challenges they need to address through the Castle Point Plan and incorporating their feedback into policies. ·Drafting of policies and...

Principal Enforcement Officer – Planning Enforcement South East England | Hybrid (2 days site visits) | 6-Month Rolling Contract | Inside IR35 We are currently working with a Local Authority in the South East of England seeking an experienced Principal Enforcement Officer to support their Planning Enforcement function on an interim basis. This is a key role within the team, requiring an individual who can independently manage a complex caseload, provide senior-level expertise, and drive enforcement outcomes across a varied portfolio of cases. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage a caseload of complex planning enforcement cases, including high-profile and sensitive matters * Investigate alleged breaches of planning control, including site inspections (2 days per week) * Prepare and serve enforcement notices, breach of condition notices, stop notices, and related legal documentation * Provide professional advice on planning enforcement legislation, policy, and...

Senior Planning Policy Officer – Local Plan (Evidence, Strategy & Early Drafting) Central England | Remote / Hybrid | 6‑Month Rolling Contract | Outside IR35 (£40–£50/h) A Local Authority in Central England is embarking on the early stages of preparing a new Local Plan, and they are seeking an experienced Senior Planning Policy Officer to support evidence gathering, policy development, and project coordination. Reporting directly to the Principal Planning Policy Officer, you’ll help shape the strategic foundations of the plan and ensure early milestones are delivered with clarity and momentum. This role suits someone who understands the realities of Local Plan production, can work independently, and brings strong technical insight into policy formulation. Key Responsibilities * Local Plan evidence base — Lead topic papers, baseline assessments, and data analysis to inform emerging strategy * Policy development — Draft early policy options, supporting text, and...

Description Key responsibilities: To deliver the work programmes specifically in relation to the requirements of the Civil Contingencies Act and other statutory regulations. To be responsible for leading specialist work streams. Rotation of work streams will be at the discretion of the Principal Emergency Management Officer. To prepare plans and procedures to help facilitate an integrated internal and external response to incidents. To assist in the preparation and delivery of training programmes and exercises to help improve the council's emergency preparedness. Qualification – Essential GCSE Grade (or equivalent) in English Language and Mathematics. Educated to degree level standard or equivalent work-related attainment experience Diploma (or equivalent in Emergency Planning, Business Continuity, or related field, government systems. Advanced – Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, social media, and CRM Criteria for Shortlisting - Ideal Candidate Profile:...

Contract Position Outside IR35 On-site/Hybrid in West Sussex Our Client, is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Principal Design Engineer - Vehicle and Powertrain Integration on a contract basis. As part of the Global Mechanical Design team, you will be pivotal in leading design activities for vehicle engineering and powertrain integration, particularly for heavy-duty and off-highway vehicles used in defence and commercial applications. Must have proven Engine Development experience, Leading Design Deliverable and use of CREO. Key Responsibilities: Conceptual and definitive 3D mechanical design of systems, assemblies, and complex components, including the integration of powertrain, steering, braking, and auxiliary systems into vehicles. Detailed mechanical design tasks including stress calculations, FMEA, 2D detailing, and tolerance stacks. Collaboration with FEA/Simulation teams to ensure design validation. Working closely with manufacturing engineers to meet DFMA...

NES Fircroft are currently recruiting for a Site EHS Advisor for our client, who are a global, industry leader in energy technology, working on several major substation and grid upgrade projects across the UK.   Site EHS Advisor   Location: Argyll, Scotland Duration: 12 months   Outside IR35   Role   Site EHS Advisors are responsible for providing primarily operational EHS support to the Site Manager and the site organization. They are expected to provide visible, strong, and active EHS leadership within the project, acting as champions for zero harm, environmental protection, a sustainable future, and wellbeing.   Key Responsibilities & Duties   Formally and publicly accept the role to provide visible, strong and active EHS leadership within the project, acting as a champion for zero harm, environment, sustainable future and wellbeing. Additionally, in regard to the project execution phases they will:   Dispatch Phase   • Verify hazardous substances and...

Site Manager | Main Contractor |School Project Southampton £250 a day 3rd week of July Start 2026  ENHANCED DBS required   The Company The building contractor takes of projects of varied nature, Healthcare, education, local authority, commercial, Government Buildings & Roofing Contracts. The building contractor has always been known to have an excellent reputation, focusing on the delivery of construction projects ranging from £200k - £8m, including refurbishment & new build.    The Candidate The Candidate we are looking for is someone who can prove longevity experience working as a Site Manager across varied sectors, on projects up £8m value. The candidate would be responsible for full site operations, aswell as managing client & Principal Contractor. They are looking for someone with Roofing experience & someone who has been involved in working for a Main Contractor on Education Projects.   The Project The contractor operating in and around Hampshire,...

Site Manager | Main Contractor | School Projects - Roofing Gillingham £250 a day 3rd week of July Start 2026  ENHANCED DBS required   The Company The building contractor takes of projects of varied nature, Healthcare, education, local authority, commercial, Government Buildings & Roofing Contracts. The building contractor has always been known to have an excellent reputation, focusing on the delivery of construction projects ranging from £200k - £8m, including refurbishment & new build.  The Candidate The Candidate we are looking for is someone who can prove longevity experience working as a Site Manager across varied sectors, on projects up £8m value. The candidate would be responsible for full site operations, aswell as managing client & Principal Contractor. They are looking for someone with Roofing experience & someone who has been involved in working for a Main Contractor on Education Projects.   The Project The contractor operating in and around...

Drive technical excellence and lead the delivery of critical bridge engineering projects. Our Client has a requirement for Principal Bridge Engineers, who will be required to work on a contract basis across their Manchester/Leeds/Birmingham/Reading offices. Role Purpose: Provide technical leadership to deliver defined packages of bridge and structural engineering work Take accountability for quality, programme, and technical oversight within a multi-disciplinary team Job Role Responsibilities: Lead delivery of small to medium work packages (inspection, assessment, design, or renewal schemes) to programme and budget Provide technical direction, checking, and approval of designs, calculations, and reports Mentor and guide junior engineers; support capability within the team Act as a key interface with clients and internal disciplines Ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and governance processes Contribute to planning, risk management, and commercial awareness on...

12 Month Contract Up to £70 per hour umbrella (Inside IR35) Mostly Remote – onsite 2 days per month in Plymouth Job Role: The Senior Engineer will act as a key interface to the Design Manager and Principal Mechanical Engineer (Mechanical Services Lead), providing technical leadership, risk ownership, supplier oversight, and mentoring to engineers and designers. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & Design Ownership: Own/manage the technical baseline and requirements for assigned packages; act as Responsible Engineer and technical focal point from need identification through handover. Check and review key deliverables: calculations, drawings, specifications, BoMs, method statements, T&IPs, installation details and as‑built records. Lead design optioneering and LFE (lessons learned), ensuring solutions are buildable, maintainable and operable. Provide formal checking/verification and sign‑off per project quality plans; act as Checker where authorised. Planning,...

Carrington West are assisting a London based local authority client in the search for a Developer Contributions Team Leader and/or Principal (S106) on a 6 month contract.   We are looking for an experienced Team Leader and/or Principal who has experience in the collection and enforcing of planning obligation matters whereby you will proactively scrutinise developer's submissions and maximise the collection of S106 monies and ensure that governance and internal controls are exemplar.   Team Leader Responsibilities: 1. Establish and maintain performance targets for a team 2. Line management including performance development and any action 3. Develop and deliver service improvements related to planning obligations 4. Ability to manage and support the team with advice on complex planning obligations matters - you must support their development 5. Ability to support the team with negotiation with developers to regularise breaches or under performance on planning obligations 6....

Site Manager | Main Contractor | Healthcare Oxfordshire Long term freelance £260 - £300 CIS Start ASAP ** Site Manager Role for a traditional building contractor, with an excellent name, who allow you the autonomy to deliver projects from start to finish, without the excessive red tape and typical tier 1 protocols ** The Company The building contractor takes of projects of varied nature, Healthcare, education, local authority, commercial, private residential, sports and leisure, embassy and religious buildings. The building contractor has always been known to have an excellent reputation, focusing on the delivery of construction projects ranging from £200k - £10m, including refurbishment, new build and Cut and Carve. The Candidate The Candidate we are looking for is someone who can prove longevity experience working as a Site Manager across varied sectors, on projects up £8m value. The candidate would be responsible for full site operations, aswell as managing client &...

Locations: Birmingham | Epsom | Glasgow | Leeds Sector: Transmission & Distribution | Power & Energy | Net Zero Infrastructure Working Pattern: Hybrid (minimum 3 days in office/site per week) Shape the Future of Energy Infrastructure We are seeking experienced Electrical Engineers with a passion for power systems, electrical engineering, and the transition to Net Zero. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Power & Energy team delivering critical substation design projects across the UK and internationally. Working with major clients including National Grid, SSEN Transmission, and other leading energy organisations, you will contribute to projects spanning Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) through to Detailed Design across electricity transmission and distribution networks. This role offers excellent professional development, exposure to high-profile infrastructure projects, and ongoing support towards Chartership. The Role As a Senior Electrical...

Principal Building Control Officer Local Authority Contract | Full Time | £70–£75 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35) Location: North West Are you an experienced and qualified Building Control professional ready to step into a leadership role? we are working with a Local Authority in the North West who are seeking a Principal Building Control Officer to join their team on an initial 3-month temporary assignment, playing a key role in delivering high-quality Building Control services across the district. The Opportunity Working closely with the Building Control Manager, you will lead on a variety of complex applications and provide technical expertise while supporting and supervising a dedicated team. This is a dynamic, hands-on role combining office-based work, site inspections, and leadership responsibilities. Key Responsibilities * Conduct site inspections and plan checking (minimum 2 days on-site per week) * Assess a wide range of Building Control applications aligned...

Senior/ Electrical Project Manager Tier 1 MEP Contractor | Commercial Building Services 📍 City of London 💷 Freelance or Permanenet £80k-£100k + Benefits Package A market-leading Tier 1 MEP Contractor with a strong presence across the UK and Europe is looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Project Manager to join the delivery team on a flagship commercial development in the City of London. The business has built an outstanding reputation for delivering technically complex projects across the Commercial, Data Centre, Life Sciences and Infrastructure sectors, and is currently delivering one of London’s most high-profile schemes with an overall MEP package value exceeding £50m. Currently in pre-construction, the project is due to commence on site later this year, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to be involved from an early stage through to delivery and handover. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected contractor with a strong pipeline of...