Planning Manager at Vistry Group in Reading, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

planning submission

risk management

stakeholder communication

consultant management

data procurement

land acquisition

Assist with undertaking planning appraisals of new opportunities and develop planning strategies.
Manage the submission of amendment applications, conditions and S106 obligations as required to allow works to progress on site
When required, organise, lead / attend and minute client and / or internal project meetings acting in a professional manner to positively represent Vistry at all times.
Identify and mitigate against risk and work with colleagues, partners and stakeholders to manage risk pre-start on site.
Maintain excellent communication with the project team and internal stakeholders to ensure relevant information is correctly shared and circulated, and all actions are progressed in a timely manner.
Promote and represent Vistry when appropriate in order to maximise development opportunities and the reputation of the company.
Drive the progress of each project and mitigate against slippage to ensure delivery to agreed timescales.
Manage the submission of planning applications, including drafting planning statements, CIL forms, planning forms and collating submission documents required for validation
Follow the internal ‘Life of Site’ process.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with local authorities
Maintain excellent records of submission
Assist with progressing and delivering the planning elements of new projects.
Appoint and manage consultant teams where required
Ensure the timely submission of schemes / details to the appropriate planning authority and statutory bodies in line with agreed timescales.
Resolve problems through collaboration with the project teams and colleagues and share learning to champion continuous improvement and ensure successful delivery of schemes.
Procure suitable supporting information e.g. surveys, reports, assessments etc. required to support the planning process and enable sufficient pre-delivery planning/design.
Support the acquisition of land opportunities from public and private sector land.

Requirements

rtpi

viewpoint

coins

ms office

planning

stakeholder

Thorough attention to detail
Excellent knowledge of the planning system and development process, design and technical issues relevant to house building
Proven ability to deliver viable planning consents including on larger phased sites
Ability to delegate when required
Able to travel on a regular basis throughout the region and as required.
Proven ability to deliver projects on programme to meet start on site requirements
RTPI qualified
Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels and positively motivate teams and individuals to deliver
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and to lead and drive the development process
Experience in a planning role within either local authority, consultancy, property development or the housing industry.
Strong presentation skills
Experience in liaising and negotiating with a wide range of individuals and organisations including professional consultants, local authorities, clients involved in the development process
Self-sufficient in terms of IT - proficient in MS Office programmes and development software e.g. Viewpoint, COINS
Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise
Ability to build productive stakeholder relationships
Experience of drafting planning statements, planning forms, CIL forms and submitting planning applications on large development sites
Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously

Benefits

Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Share save and share incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits...
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
2 Volunteering days per annum
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£3.78 bn

Revenue in 2024

Reported revenue as part of the FTSE 250, reflecting the company's strong financial performance.

17,500 homes

Annual homes built

Constructs approximately 17,500 new homes annually across the UK, with significant focus on affordability.

Launched following the merger of Bovis Homes and Galliford Try’s housing arm in January 2020.
Operates three retail brands—Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, Countryside Homes—and a B2B Partnerships arm.
Known for timber-frame manufacturing via Vistry Works, boosting quality, speed, and carbon performance.
Typical projects include mixed-tenure neighbourhoods with schools, parks, orchards, and community facilities.
Completed major schemes like Meridian Water regeneration and Countryside Partnerships integration in 2022.

Culture + Values

Do the right thing – our ethos applied across all operations
Integrity, Caring and Quality – our values, striving for sustainable improvement
Building Better Together – our One Vistry culture, embedding purpose and values
A culture where you can build something brilliant, with progression for everyone and proactive improvement
Trust and celebration of teams, creating an environment where everyone can bring their true selves and face challenges together
Focus on rewards, career progression and personal fulfilment as recognition for a job well done

Environment + Sustainability

42% Emissions Reduction

Scope 1 & 2 Emissions Cut

Achieved a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.

51.6% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions per m²

Reduced Scope 3 emissions intensity by 51.6% per m² of completed housing by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.

97% Waste Diversion

Construction Waste Recycling

97% of non-hazardous construction waste was diverted from landfill in 2023, with 6.34 tonnes per 100 m².

5.3% Emissions Drop

Scope 1 & 2 Progress

Reduced absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 5.3% between 2021 and 2023, though with an 8.8% rebound in 2023.

Modern timber-framed offsite construction to reduce GHG, costs and environmental impact
Carbon Action Plan updated post-merger; full transition plan due September 2024
Low-carbon heating systems (e.g., air source heat pumps) installed across multiple developments
185 zero-carbon ready homes at Tolgus and 54 AECB Passivhaus-lite homes at North Whiteley handed over; 310 net-zero-carbon (regulated energy) homes at Kenilworth

Inclusion & Diversity

August 2024

Joined Stonewall’s Diversity Champions

The company became a member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme, demonstrating commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality.

Gold Award

Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

Recognized for active support of the Armed Forces community, achieving the highest accolade in 2019.

November 2023

Partnered with Black Professionals In Construction

Collaboration aimed at enhancing ethnic minority representation and career development in construction.

Over 100

Trained mental health first-aiders

Committed to mental health awareness with over 100 employees trained to provide initial support.

Employee Engagement Survey gathers feedback on D&I, informing positive change
Four employee networks: Women’s Network; REACH (Race, Ethnicity And Cultural Heritage); Pride; Accessibility Allies
Reverse‑mentoring programme connecting senior leaders with minority‑group colleagues
All employees complete ‘Diversity and Inclusion Essentials’ e‑learning via Vistry Learn
Signatory of Armed Forces Covenant and Social Mobility Pledge; BuildForce & Salute My Job partnerships
‘Time to Talk’ sessions supporting mental‑health dialogue

Articles

Careers – People development

Projects & Partnerships overview

Construction Apprentice programme

Role

Description

planning submission

risk management

stakeholder communication

consultant management

data procurement

land acquisition

Assist with undertaking planning appraisals of new opportunities and develop planning strategies.
Manage the submission of amendment applications, conditions and S106 obligations as required to allow works to progress on site
When required, organise, lead / attend and minute client and / or internal project meetings acting in a professional manner to positively represent Vistry at all times.
Identify and mitigate against risk and work with colleagues, partners and stakeholders to manage risk pre-start on site.
Maintain excellent communication with the project team and internal stakeholders to ensure relevant information is correctly shared and circulated, and all actions are progressed in a timely manner.
Promote and represent Vistry when appropriate in order to maximise development opportunities and the reputation of the company.
Drive the progress of each project and mitigate against slippage to ensure delivery to agreed timescales.
Manage the submission of planning applications, including drafting planning statements, CIL forms, planning forms and collating submission documents required for validation
Follow the internal ‘Life of Site’ process.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with local authorities
Maintain excellent records of submission
Assist with progressing and delivering the planning elements of new projects.
Appoint and manage consultant teams where required
Ensure the timely submission of schemes / details to the appropriate planning authority and statutory bodies in line with agreed timescales.
Resolve problems through collaboration with the project teams and colleagues and share learning to champion continuous improvement and ensure successful delivery of schemes.
Procure suitable supporting information e.g. surveys, reports, assessments etc. required to support the planning process and enable sufficient pre-delivery planning/design.
Support the acquisition of land opportunities from public and private sector land.

Requirements

rtpi

viewpoint

coins

ms office

planning

stakeholder

Thorough attention to detail
Excellent knowledge of the planning system and development process, design and technical issues relevant to house building
Proven ability to deliver viable planning consents including on larger phased sites
Ability to delegate when required
Able to travel on a regular basis throughout the region and as required.
Proven ability to deliver projects on programme to meet start on site requirements
RTPI qualified
Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels and positively motivate teams and individuals to deliver
Proven ability to manage multiple projects and to lead and drive the development process
Experience in a planning role within either local authority, consultancy, property development or the housing industry.
Strong presentation skills
Experience in liaising and negotiating with a wide range of individuals and organisations including professional consultants, local authorities, clients involved in the development process
Self-sufficient in terms of IT - proficient in MS Office programmes and development software e.g. Viewpoint, COINS
Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise
Ability to build productive stakeholder relationships
Experience of drafting planning statements, planning forms, CIL forms and submitting planning applications on large development sites
Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously

Benefits

Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Share save and share incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits...
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
2 Volunteering days per annum
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£3.78 bn

Revenue in 2024

Reported revenue as part of the FTSE 250, reflecting the company's strong financial performance.

17,500 homes

Annual homes built

Constructs approximately 17,500 new homes annually across the UK, with significant focus on affordability.

Launched following the merger of Bovis Homes and Galliford Try’s housing arm in January 2020.
Operates three retail brands—Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, Countryside Homes—and a B2B Partnerships arm.
Known for timber-frame manufacturing via Vistry Works, boosting quality, speed, and carbon performance.
Typical projects include mixed-tenure neighbourhoods with schools, parks, orchards, and community facilities.
Completed major schemes like Meridian Water regeneration and Countryside Partnerships integration in 2022.

Culture + Values

Do the right thing – our ethos applied across all operations
Integrity, Caring and Quality – our values, striving for sustainable improvement
Building Better Together – our One Vistry culture, embedding purpose and values
A culture where you can build something brilliant, with progression for everyone and proactive improvement
Trust and celebration of teams, creating an environment where everyone can bring their true selves and face challenges together
Focus on rewards, career progression and personal fulfilment as recognition for a job well done

Environment + Sustainability

42% Emissions Reduction

Scope 1 & 2 Emissions Cut

Achieved a 42% reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.

51.6% Reduction

Scope 3 Emissions per m²

Reduced Scope 3 emissions intensity by 51.6% per m² of completed housing by 2030, using a 2022 baseline.

97% Waste Diversion

Construction Waste Recycling

97% of non-hazardous construction waste was diverted from landfill in 2023, with 6.34 tonnes per 100 m².

5.3% Emissions Drop

Scope 1 & 2 Progress

Reduced absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 5.3% between 2021 and 2023, though with an 8.8% rebound in 2023.

Modern timber-framed offsite construction to reduce GHG, costs and environmental impact
Carbon Action Plan updated post-merger; full transition plan due September 2024
Low-carbon heating systems (e.g., air source heat pumps) installed across multiple developments
185 zero-carbon ready homes at Tolgus and 54 AECB Passivhaus-lite homes at North Whiteley handed over; 310 net-zero-carbon (regulated energy) homes at Kenilworth

Inclusion & Diversity

August 2024

Joined Stonewall’s Diversity Champions

The company became a member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme, demonstrating commitment to LGBTQ+ inclusion and equality.

Gold Award

Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

Recognized for active support of the Armed Forces community, achieving the highest accolade in 2019.

November 2023

Partnered with Black Professionals In Construction

Collaboration aimed at enhancing ethnic minority representation and career development in construction.

Over 100

Trained mental health first-aiders

Committed to mental health awareness with over 100 employees trained to provide initial support.

Employee Engagement Survey gathers feedback on D&I, informing positive change
Four employee networks: Women’s Network; REACH (Race, Ethnicity And Cultural Heritage); Pride; Accessibility Allies
Reverse‑mentoring programme connecting senior leaders with minority‑group colleagues
All employees complete ‘Diversity and Inclusion Essentials’ e‑learning via Vistry Learn
Signatory of Armed Forces Covenant and Social Mobility Pledge; BuildForce & Salute My Job partnerships
‘Time to Talk’ sessions supporting mental‑health dialogue

Articles

Careers – People development

Projects & Partnerships overview

Construction Apprentice programme