Local Plan Project Manager
Slough Council
Role
Who You Are
We are seeking a qualified MRTPI Planning Policy Manager with at least 5 years of Planning Policy experience in a Local Planning Authority. You will be involved in enabling Slough to tackle the challenge of submitting a Local Plan for examination by December 2026. You will be the lead officer for the project, working with minimal supervision and administrative support, and are expected to have a DSE-compliant home office for remote working.
What the Job Involves
Your primary role will be to manage and deliver critical components of Slough's Local Plan, focusing on gathering and updating evidence to accelerate the Plan's progress. You will scope and commission various studies, manage procurement, and work collaboratively with consultants. You will update project plans, draft reports, and support programme development, ensuring compliance with evolving policies and strategic objectives. A key responsibility is managing a SHELAA - Strategic Housing and Employment Land Availability Assessment - and serving as a linchpin in orchestrating multi-stakeholder engagement.
Skills
- Strong project management
- Expertise in local planning policy
- Ability to work in a hybrid setting
- Solid communication and stakeholder management
- Strategic and analytical thinking
- Experience in evidence procurement and commissioning
- Proficient in managing and updating project plans