Interim Major Projects Officer

Job Description

Interim Major Projects Officer

Harrow London

Location: Hybrid Working (Own Vehicle Required)

Rate: £45.66 per hour PAYE or £57.08 per hour Umbrella

We are recruiting for an experienced Interim Major Projects Officer to join a busy Development Management team within Planning & Sustainable Growth. This is an exciting opportunity to lead on some of the largest and most complex planning applications, working on high-profile developments that will shape the future of the local area. This role is ideal for an experienced planning professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background in managing major planning applications from inception through to determination.

The Role

• As the lead officer, you will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of complex planning applications, pre-application enquiries, screening and scoping opinion requests, and Planning Performance Agreements (PPAs).
• You will provide expert planning advice, prepare detailed reports, and work collaboratively with internal teams, statutory consultees, developers, stakeholders and elected members to deliver an efficient and customer-focused planning service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Representing the Council at hearings and public inquiries, including acting as the lead witness where required.
• Managing post-decision matters, including discharge of conditions, Section 73 applications and non-material amendments.
• Providing guidance and support to junior planning officers.
• Deputising for Team Leaders and assisting with case allocation and quality assurance when required.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Significant experience managing major and complex planning applications within a local authority environment.
• A thorough understanding of planning legislation, policy and development management processes.
• Experience preparing committee reports and presenting recommendations.
• Knowledge of Planning Performance Agreements (PPAs), planning appeals and post-decision processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.

To find out more information please contact Lily at Lilye@4recruitmentservices.com

Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal opportunity agency.