Planning Manager

Role & responsibilities

• Leading the preparation and submission of planning applications and supporting documentation
• Reviewing and overseeing technical and architectural drawings for planning and construction stages
• Managing and mentoring junior planning architects and technologists, reviewing their output for quality and compliance
• Overseeing the development of presentation packages for client proposals, planning submissions, and internal reviews
• Acting as the primary liaison with clients, local authorities, and external stakeholders on planning matters
• Collaborating with architects, designers, and consultants across time zones, coordinating workload across the Planning team
• Supporting project delivery through Revit-based workflows and ensuring adherence to best practice
• Driving creative and strategic input on projects while maintaining quality, compliance, and delivery standards
• Monitoring project timelines, budgets, and resourcing within the Planning team

Preferred candidate profile

• 5+ years of experience in an architectural/planning role, including experience managing or mentoring a team
• Strong command of Revit (4+ years' experience essential)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp
• Strong working knowledge of UK planning policy and processes essential
• Proven ability to lead planning applications end-to-end, from feasibility through to submission and decision
• Solid design sensibility, strategic thinking, and clear communication skills
• Confidence presenting ideas and leading creative and client-facing discussions
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team management skills
• A degree in Architecture, Planning, or a related field
• Mandatory: Must have prior UK work experience in a planning practice
• Location: Candidates residing in India, Pakistan, or Bangladesh are welcome to apply