Planning Manager - Planning Job in Fareham, Hampshire - £45,000 - £65,000

Residential development projects, leadership role, and strong regional project pipeline

Job Summary

Planning Manager Job Fareham offers a leadership role within the planning sector focused on residential development. This position is based in Fareham, Hampshire and supports projects across the South East region. You will manage planning applications and oversee schemes up to 200 residential units.

The role involves leading planning submissions and supporting land promotion strategies. You will contribute to long term development planning and project delivery. This Planning Manager Job Fareham provides exposure to diverse residential schemes at varying stages.

You will liaise with stakeholders including local authorities and consultants. The position combines technical planning responsibilities with team leadership duties. It suits candidates seeking progression within a growing development environment.

About the Company

This established organisation operates within the residential development and planning sector. The company delivers high quality housing projects across Hampshire, Surrey, and Sussex. Their portfolio includes developments up to 200 units and future land promotion schemes. The team works collaboratively to support planning and development outcomes.

The organisation maintains a strong reputation for delivering consistent project quality. Employees benefit from a stable pipeline of regional projects. The company supports professional growth within a structured team environment. A focus is placed on long term development and community impact. Hunter Dunning is managing this opportunity on a confidential basis.

Role & Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit planning applications, appeals, and supporting documentation across residential developments
• Manage planning submissions ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of project milestones
• Build and maintain relationships with local authorities and key project stakeholders
• Represent projects at planning committees and public consultations when required
• Monitor planning policy changes and assess implications for development strategies
• Undertake research to support planning applications and strategic land promotion initiatives
• Coordinate external consultants and review technical input across planning submissions
• Collaborate with internal teams to support development objectives and project progression

Skills & Experience Required

• Degree qualified in planning, urban planning, geography, or related discipline
• Minimum five years experience within planning consultancy, development, or local authority environments
• Strong knowledge of UK planning processes, legislation, and appeals procedures
• Experience liaising with local councils and managing stakeholder relationships effectively
• Ability to present proposals at public consultations and planning committee meetings
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple planning applications and deadlines
• Excellent communication skills for report writing and stakeholder engagement
• MRTPI accreditation is desirable but not essential for this position

Salary & Benefits

• Salary range between £45,000 and £65,000 depending on experience and level
• 21 to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays based on seniority
• Christmas shutdown period allocated from annual leave allowance
• Standard office hours of 9am to 5pm supporting work life balance
• On site parking available at office location
• Group healthcare scheme and additional employee benefits

Who Is This Role Ideal For?

This role suits a Planning Manager seeking leadership within residential development projects. It is ideal for candidates with strong experience in planning submissions and stakeholder engagement. Individuals who enjoy managing planning strategies and applications will benefit from this role.

The position suits professionals confident working across consultancy, developer, or local authority environments. Candidates should be comfortable leading projects and coordinating teams. Strong organisational skills are essential for managing multiple development schemes. The role also suits individuals seeking regional project exposure within a growing organisation. This Planning Manager Job Fareham supports long term career progression within planning.

About Hunter Dunning

Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market.

We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.

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Planning Manager Job in Fareham – Your Property Recruitment Specialists ( Job Ref: 15098 )