Senior Site Delivery Officer

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Site Delivery Officer to join a Local Authority in the West Midlands on an interim basis. This opportunity would suit a qualified Town Planning professional with experience delivering large-scale strategic development sites, stakeholder engagement, and supporting the progression of complex housing and planning projects.

Start: ASAP Duration: 6 Months Rate: Negotiable Location: Hybrid (office attendance once every 4 weeks, with site visits and in-person meetings as required) Hours: 37 hours per week

Key Responsibilities: Act as the Site Delivery Officer for a major strategic site allocation within an emerging Local Plan Support the delivery of a new settlement of approximately 10,000 homes Liaise with developers, landowners, consultants, local authority teams, and other key stakeholders Monitor site progress and help drive delivery objectives and programme milestones Provide planning and development expertise to support strategic growth initiatives Coordinate and attend site visits, meetings, and workshops as required Prepare reports, briefings, and updates for senior officers and key stakeholders Support the authority in progressing the strategic site through the planning and delivery process

Requirements: Qualified Town Planner (RTPI or equivalent) Experience working on large-scale residential, strategic planning, or regeneration projects Strong understanding of planning policy and development delivery Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders, including developers and public sector organisations Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills Local authority experience would be beneficial