88 Head Of Planning jobs in the United Kingdom
Head of Planning
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Summary
We are the public body that looks after England’s historic environment. We champion historic places, helping people understand, value and care for them.
Historic England have a fantastic opportunity for you to join us as our Head of Planning within our Heritage Protection team.
This is a Full Time, Permanent post based nationally at one of our offices, with hybrid working.
This role can be based out of any of our nine offices. We offer hybrid working, you will be based in one of our following offices and from home - Newcastle, York, Manchester, Birmingham, Swindon, Bristol, Portsmouth (Fort Cumberland) London and Cambridge.
Salary:
- National - £54,876 per annum
- Cambridge - £6,566 per annum
- London - 0,022 per annum
We offer a wide benefits package including a competitive pension scheme starting at 28.97% employer contributions, a generous 28 days holiday, corporate discounts, free entry into English Heritage sites across the country and development opportunities to ensure you achieve your goals.
To view our full range of benefits please follow the link here .
What you will be doing
This is a specialist national planning post focused on leading Historic England’s advice to government on planning policy and legislation. You will work closely with colleagues in the Policy and Evidence and Regions Groups.
You will act as a powerful and public advocate for the importance of heritage in the planning system and the central place of planning in protecting heritage, as well as providing leadership within the sector and beyond. You will take lead responsibility in Historic England for anticipating and influencing the fast moving national planning agenda, ensuring that heritage is both properly protected through England’s planning system and contributes positively to delivery of government missions.
A key part of this will be by working very closely with MHCLG officials, but you will also need to engage with other government departments on cross-cutting planning issues. You will also collaborate with heritage sector partners, such as the Royal Town Planning Institute, the Local Government Association and the Institute of Historic Building Conservation, to help them maximise their opportunities for constructive involvement in the process.
Who we are looking for:
- A high-standard academic and/or professional qualification in planning, with heritage related knowledge
- Full membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)
- A thorough understanding of the national planning system
- Demonstrable negotiating and problem-solving skills
- Clear understanding of and commitment to the strategic purpose and direction of Historic England
- Demonstrable experience of successfully managing and motivating a team
Please note your application will be scored and assessed against the above criteria.
We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we would be happy to discuss reasonable adjustments to the job with you. Having just won the Gold Award from MIND, we also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance.
We are an inclusive employer and believe that flexible working options are for everyone. We want to make sure our working arrangements don’t prevent anyone from joining us because of their personal circumstances. We also want to provide you with the best balance in your home and work life that we can.
We are open to considering options including job sharing, part-time working, compressed hours working and different working locations, including hybrid working. Please visit our jobs pages or contact us to find out more.
Why work for Historic England
We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for everyone. Diversity helps us to perform better and attract more people to support our work. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and candidates with disabilities as they are underrepresented within Historic England at this level.
Historic England want all of our candidates to shine in the recruitment process. Please tell us what we can do to make sure you can show us your very best self. You can contact us by email at if you have any recruitment queries.
At Historic England we use a hiring system called Applied. Applied is a behavioural science-backed recruitment platform that reduces bias, improves quality of hire and increases diversity. We do not use CV application for the majority of our hiring processes. You will answer a selection of questions that allow our hiring teams to test your skills and suitability for the role.
To ensure a fair and inclusive recruitment process for everyone the use of AI or automated tools is not permitted.
Provisional interview dates: 26th and 27th November 2025
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Head of Planning
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Aureos is recruiting a Head of Planning for a recently awarded Energy framework. Working closely with the project team and Senior Management, the primary purpose of this role is the provision of Project Planning and Scheduling ensuring the management of planning and scheduling aspects to the Client specification/contract requirements.
Aureos has a growing capability in the energy market, including major infrastructure solutions and high voltage engineering, as well as decommissioning of redundant wind turbine assets.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Ensure the development, implementation and execution of the Project Schedule and Planning objectives within the contracted work scope
- Proficiency with multiple discipline specific software applications such as Primavera (P6) and Microsoft Office Applications
- Where entitlement requires to be demonstrated offering support to the projects teams around training on Compensation Events, Extension of Time (EOT) because of delay/ disruption/ loss of efficiency.
- Independently apply advanced scheduling and planning techniques and analysis within the project environment, developing, maintaining, and analysing critical path plans and related schedules
- Provide accurate progress measurement updates and compare with the plan.
- Resource Profiling Measures to report planned vs. actual
Requirements
- This is an office-based role and you will be required to be in the office 5 days per week
- Management of the actively growing Planning Team.
- Proficiency in MS Project and Oracle Primavera P6
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the utilities on Transmission, Distribution and Renewables projects
- Ensure that work is conducted in compliance with Company Policies/Procedures and BMS processes
- Prepare level 3 plans as per the WBS and produce summary level 1 views for reporting/communications.
- Carrying out critical path analysis and develop milestone tracking systems.
- Deliverability Metrics to demonstrate forecasting around spend per annum.
- Planning updates and management templates to measure, monitor and report progress.
- Planning scenarios for options under consideration.
- Analysis on mitigation measures and recovery planning and provide input to risk evaluation/analysis exercises.
Aureos delivers vital energy infrastructure across the UK. Our expertise spans the decommissioning of power generation assets, technical solutions to design, construct, install and maintain regional and national electricity networks, construct and expand new and existing substations, ensuring the safe supply of power to millions of households across the country. Our experience and expertise covers both civil & electrical engineering; earthworks, FRC structures, steelwork & cladding, overhead lines, HV substation installations, cable tunnels and distribution networks.
Equal opportunities
Aureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
Head of Planning
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Head of Planning
Based at Hexham with some home working
Salary: £47181 - £51356 per annum
Permanent
Full time
Shape the future of one of England’s most extraordinary landscapes.
Northumberland National Park is a place of exceptional natural beauty, rich heritage, and vibrant communities. We are looking for an inspiring and highly skilled Head of Planning to lead our planning service and help us protect, enhance, and promote this unique National Park for current and future generations.
As guardians of this remarkable National Park, our mission is to protect and enhance its special qualities while supporting vibrant, resilient communities and sustainable development. We believe in planning as a force for good – balancing conservation with innovation, and enabling a future where nature, culture, and people thrive together.
As the statutory local planning authority for the National Park, we play a pivotal role in balancing sustainable development with conservation. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced planning professional to influence the future of this remarkable landscape while delivering an exceptional planning service.
If you are an experienced planning professional with the passion, vision, and leadership skills to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
As Head of Planning, you will:
- Lead the Development Management, Enforcement, and Forward Planning functions for the Authority.
- Oversee the delivery of the Local Plan and related strategic planning work.
- Ensure high-quality, efficient planning services that meet statutory obligations and performance standards.
- Represent the Authority at local, regional, and national levels, including planning inquiries, hearings, and partnership forums.
- Provide strong leadership to a small, dedicated team, fostering a culture of professionalism, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Contribute to corporate strategy, including the National Park Management Plan, and champion sustainable development.
About You
You will bring:
- A degree in Town and Country Planning (or equivalent) and RTPI membership (or eligibility).
- In-depth knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and practice.
- Significant experience in development management ideally within a rural or protected landscape context.
- Demonstrable understanding of forward planning within a local authority.
- Strong leadership and management skills with a track record of motivating teams and delivering results.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
A background in minerals and waste planning, or experience in National Parks, would be an advantage.
Why Join Us?
- Make a tangible difference in shaping the future of a protected landscape.
- Join a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation committed to sustainability and community empowerment.
- Enjoy flexible working, professional development opportunities, award-winning wellbeing initiatives and a supportive team culture.
- Work in one of the most beautiful and tranquil parts of the UK.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about planning and want to play a leading role in protecting and enhancing Northumberland National Park, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please see the job pack available on our website Jobs & Volunteering • Northumberland National Park and complete the application form here:
Head of Planning
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Head of Planning – Residential Development.
South Midlands.
c£100,000 + Bonus & Package (Hybrid working).
We are delighted to be instructed to appoint a Head of Planning to join a highly regarded residential developer. They produce an excellent product in desirable locations and have significant funds available ensuring quick land approval. Reporting to the Managing Director you will be responsible for preparing, submitting and managing a range of planning applications across Northamptonshire and surrounding counties.
You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the planning process, ensuring that projects are aligned with the company’s vision and values, playing a pivotal role in shaping their land and planning strategy. Your leadership will be instrumental in delivering the highest standards of planning and development.
- Lead the regional planning function, providing expert guidance to secure deliverable land opportunities.
- Oversee the preparation, submission, and negotiation of planning applications and appeals, ensuring compliance with planning policy and achieving successful outcomes.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, external consultants, landowners, and community stakeholders to facilitate positive planning decisions.
- Work closely with Land, Technical, and Commercial teams to identify and unlock opportunities, de-risk sites, and deliver schemes in line with business objectives.
You’ll be an experienced planning professional (RTPI qualified or equivalent) with a proven track record of securing planning consents for residential-led developments.
Head of Planning
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People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.
In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.
**About the Opportunity**
Planning isn't just a technical discipline at Amentum - it's a strategic function that underpins delivery certainty, commercial control, and stakeholder trust. We're delivering some of the most complex and nationally significant infrastructure and defence programmes in the UK. To lead this work, we're looking for a Head of Planning with the credibility, clarity, and control to set the bar.
This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of our planning function across a major multi-year framework. You'll define governance, assure performance, and build a high-impact team - all while representing planning at the highest levels across delivery, commercial, and client-facing environments
**Roles and Responsibilities:**
You'll lead a team of Planning Managers and Senior Planners embedded across multiple projects and workstreams. Your influence will extend from day-to-day delivery through to programme assurance, client engagement, and strategic direction.
Your responsibilities will include:
+ Leading the planning function across a portfolio of major infrastructure and defence projects
+ Setting and enforcing planning governance, quality standards, and assurance frameworks
+ Owning the strategic approach to Cl.31 and Cl.32 programme management in line with NEC4 ECC obligations
+ Ensuring planning outputs directly support entitlement, CE substantiation, and commercial protection
+ Embedding short-term and lookahead planning discipline across delivery teams
+ Representing planning in client and PMO forums, governance reviews, and stakeholder meetings
+ Managing and developing a high-performing planning team - leading on line management, coaching, succession planning, and setting a culture of consistently high standards
+ Overseeing the integration of planning data into wider project controls and Power BI dashboards
+ Acting as a key contributor to continuous improvement, planning maturity, and business protection initiatives
**Here's What You'll Need**
+ Senior-level planning experience in complex infrastructure or defence programmes
+ Proven ability to lead and influence at project, portfolio, and client-facing level
+ Strong technical grounding in NEC4 ECC programme obligations (Cl.31/Cl.32, EWN, CE impact)
+ Track record of implementing and enforcing planning standards and assurance processes
+ Confidence in representing planning during commercial negotiations, client reviews, and governance forums
+ High proficiency in Primavera P6, including programme structuring, quality assurance, and reporting logic
+ Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills - able to build trust, challenge constructively, and maintain high standards under pressure
Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.
We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity.
We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit ** to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters ( .
Head of Planning
Posted today
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Aureos is recruiting a Head of Planning for a recently awarded Energy framework. Working closely with the project team and Senior Management, the primary purpose of this role is the provision of Project Planning and Scheduling ensuring the management of planning and scheduling aspects to the Client specification/contract requirements.
Aureos has a growing capability in the energy market, including major infrastructure solutions and high voltage engineering, as well as decommissioning of redundant wind turbine assets.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Ensure the development, implementation and execution of the Project Schedule and Planning objectives within the contracted work scope
- Proficiency with multiple discipline specific software applications such as Primavera (P6) and Microsoft Office Applications
- Where entitlement requires to be demonstrated offering support to the projects teams around training on Compensation Events, Extension of Time (EOT) because of delay/ disruption/ loss of efficiency.
- Independently apply advanced scheduling and planning techniques and analysis within the project environment, developing, maintaining, and analysing critical path plans and related schedules
- Provide accurate progress measurement updates and compare with the plan.
- Resource Profiling Measures to report planned vs. actual
Requirements
- This is an office-based role and you will be required to be in the office 5 days per week
- Management of the actively growing Planning Team.
- Proficiency in MS Project and Oracle Primavera P6
- Minimum 10 years of experience in the utilities on Transmission, Distribution and Renewables projects
- Ensure that work is conducted in compliance with Company Policies/Procedures and BMS processes
- Prepare level 3 plans as per the WBS and produce summary level 1 views for reporting/communications.
- Carrying out critical path analysis and develop milestone tracking systems.
- Deliverability Metrics to demonstrate forecasting around spend per annum.
- Planning updates and management templates to measure, monitor and report progress.
- Planning scenarios for options under consideration.
- Analysis on mitigation measures and recovery planning and provide input to risk evaluation/analysis exercises.
Aureos delivers vital energy infrastructure across the UK. Our expertise spans the decommissioning of power generation assets, technical solutions to design, construct, install and maintain regional and national electricity networks, construct and expand new and existing substations, ensuring the safe supply of power to millions of households across the country. Our experience and expertise covers both civil & electrical engineering; earthworks, FRC structures, steelwork & cladding, overhead lines, HV substation installations, cable tunnels and distribution networks.
Equal opportunities
Aureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
Head of Planning
Posted today
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Head of Planning
Based at Hexham with some home working
Salary: £47181 - £51356 per annum
Permanent
Full time
Shape the future of one of England’s most extraordinary landscapes.
Northumberland National Park is a place of exceptional natural beauty, rich heritage, and vibrant communities. We are looking for an inspiring and highly skilled Head of Planning to lead our planning service and help us protect, enhance, and promote this unique National Park for current and future generations.
As guardians of this remarkable National Park, our mission is to protect and enhance its special qualities while supporting vibrant, resilient communities and sustainable development. We believe in planning as a force for good – balancing conservation with innovation, and enabling a future where nature, culture, and people thrive together.
As the statutory local planning authority for the National Park, we play a pivotal role in balancing sustainable development with conservation. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced planning professional to influence the future of this remarkable landscape while delivering an exceptional planning service.
If you are an experienced planning professional with the passion, vision, and leadership skills to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
As Head of Planning, you will:
- Lead the Development Management, Enforcement, and Forward Planning functions for the Authority.
- Oversee the delivery of the Local Plan and related strategic planning work.
- Ensure high-quality, efficient planning services that meet statutory obligations and performance standards.
- Represent the Authority at local, regional, and national levels, including planning inquiries, hearings, and partnership forums.
- Provide strong leadership to a small, dedicated team, fostering a culture of professionalism, innovation, and continuous improvement.
- Contribute to corporate strategy, including the National Park Management Plan, and champion sustainable development.
About You
You will bring:
- A degree in Town and Country Planning (or equivalent) and RTPI membership (or eligibility).
- In-depth knowledge of planning legislation, policy, and practice.
- Significant experience in development management ideally within a rural or protected landscape context.
- Demonstrable understanding of forward planning within a local authority.
- Strong leadership and management skills with a track record of motivating teams and delivering results.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
A background in minerals and waste planning, or experience in National Parks, would be an advantage.
Why Join Us?
- Make a tangible difference in shaping the future of a protected landscape.
- Join a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation committed to sustainability and community empowerment.
- Enjoy flexible working, professional development opportunities, award-winning wellbeing initiatives and a supportive team culture.
- Work in one of the most beautiful and tranquil parts of the UK.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about planning and want to play a leading role in protecting and enhancing Northumberland National Park, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please see the job pack available on our website Jobs & Volunteering • Northumberland National Park and complete the application form here:
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Head of Planning
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Head of Planning – Residential Development.
South Midlands.
c£100,000 + Bonus & Package (Hybrid working).
We are delighted to be instructed to appoint a Head of Planning to join a highly regarded residential developer. They produce an excellent product in desirable locations and have significant funds available ensuring quick land approval. Reporting to the Managing Director you will be responsible for preparing, submitting and managing a range of planning applications across Northamptonshire and surrounding counties.
You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the planning process, ensuring that projects are aligned with the company’s vision and values, playing a pivotal role in shaping their land and planning strategy. Your leadership will be instrumental in delivering the highest standards of planning and development.
- Lead the regional planning function, providing expert guidance to secure deliverable land opportunities.
- Oversee the preparation, submission, and negotiation of planning applications and appeals, ensuring compliance with planning policy and achieving successful outcomes.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, external consultants, landowners, and community stakeholders to facilitate positive planning decisions.
- Work closely with Land, Technical, and Commercial teams to identify and unlock opportunities, de-risk sites, and deliver schemes in line with business objectives.
You’ll be an experienced planning professional (RTPI qualified or equivalent) with a proven track record of securing planning consents for residential-led developments.
EU Head of Planning
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At H&H, our vision is focused on premium nutrition and lifetime wellness; to inspire and achieve this vision we bring together seven international brands as we strive to make people around the world healthier and happier. We have established market positions in more than 15 countries in AsiaPacific, Europe, North America and Oceania with more than 3,400 employees working across the globe. We are excited about our future as we expand these premium, proven and aspirational brands to new markets, greeting consumers in all life stages.
We have 3 business segments - Baby, Adult and Pet Nutrition and Care -
Head of Planning (Partner)
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Are you an experienced construction planning professional with a passion for strategic scheduling, programme management, and de-risking complex construction projects? This is your opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy team, providing expert planning and scheduling advice to clients across major projects in multiple sectors.
We help our clients plan and visualise the construction sequence and logistics of complex projects, aiding the de-risking of the design and construction process to better optimise commercial outcomes. Our integrated programmes inform all stakeholders and investors, offering simplified monitoring tools to track progress and drive performance certainty.
Our planners are trusted advisors, offering critical insight throughout project lifecycles, from feasibility and design through to delivery and close-out. We are engaged to produce, review and assure master programmes, logistics strategies and construction sequencing that drive informed decision-making and mitigate delay and disruption risk. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, applying your expertise to ensure projects are realistic, achievable and aligned to strategic objectives.
Skills and Experience
- Degree qualified within construction, engineering, or a related discipline
- Demonstrable experience in construction planning and scheduling on major projects across the built environment
- Proficient in using planning software such as Asta Powerproject, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Project to create comprehensive programmes, logistics plans and sustainability strategies
- Skilled at managing programme variations, assessing impacts, and handling Extensions of Time (EOTs)
- Able to interpret design plans, briefs, and contract documentation to develop accurate and effective project schedules
- Strong understanding of the relationship between cost, time, and risk in project delivery
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with an inquisitive and solutions-oriented mindset
- Confident communicator with the ability to present complex programme information clearly to senior stakeholders and clients
- Collaborative and professional approach to working with clients, design teams, and contractors
- Experience supporting project assurance and peer review activities is desirable
- Commitment to mentoring and developing junior team members
Client and Business Development Focus
- Demonstrated ability to articulate and sell the value of high-quality planning and scheduling services to clients
- Proven track record of contributing to business development activities, including preparing bids, proposals and client presentations
- Capable of identifying opportunities to expand services with existing clients through trusted advisory relationships
- Impressive communicator, able to engage confidently with senior client representatives and stakeholders to build credibility and influence decision-making
- Skilled at tailoring planning advice to meet client-specific challenges, clearly linking programme insights to commercial and strategic outcomes
Company & Team Environment
You will be joining a specialist construction and property consultancy business, working on some of the UK’s most complex and high-profile projects. The team brings together a diverse range of expertise in project management, project controls, planning, and assurance.
The business takes pride in their collaborative and engaging culture, where continuous improvement and professional development are encouraged. You’ll be empowered to take ownership of projects, work closely with clients, and play an active role in developing our planning capability and thought leadership across the business.
Please apply with a CV to or reach out if you'd like to have an exploratory conversation about the role.