Strategic Planning Manager

Strategic Planning Manager (Ref: 10771) When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. We have a new vacancy for a Strategic Planning Manager who will be responsible for ensuring that all new strategic land and mineral opportunities are handled appropriately from a planning perspective. You will have the opportunity to positively influence and actively participate in the development of our land and mineral strategic direction, focusing on and leading specific projects and activities for our Head of Strategy and ExCo. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will lead the preparation of business case assessments and capex applications that support future investment plans for replenishment and expansion, together with the financial management of project budgets. You will take sites from initial concept, leading land acquisition negotiations, through planning appraisal and participation in any Local Plan/Development Plan discussions, to deliver a successful planning application. Alongside this, you will provide support in any Competition & Market Authority information requests working with our Insight and Legal teams. This exciting opportunity is a role that sits within a new department that is aligned to our Estates and Geology teams but that will operate independently to bring a strong focus to our strategic growth plans. ​What’s on offer? * Competitive Salary, plus Car/Car Allowance, 25% bonus, Private Medical Insurance (you and your Family), 25 days holiday (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognizing the contribution you bring. * Opportunities for Hybrid working, sometimes working from home, our offices and where you are most effective. * Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety. * Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent company Holcim). What will you bring? * Experience working as a Planner/Estates Surveyor/Property Manager and hold membership to a relevant professional body (RICS or RTPI). * Project management experience working within large scale infrastructure, utility or development projects. * Detailed knowledge of the planning regime, together with significant experience dealing with planning applications and appeals, together with participation in the Local Plan/Development Plan process. * Stakeholder Management both externally and internally (including at Executive Level) coupled with the ability to collaborate with multi-disciplined teams across a range of functions. * Advanced business and report writing skills with budgetary and financial knowledge. * Ability to communicate and influence others, sometimes managing complex negotiations. * Strong personal impact that enables you to build credibility and trust across an organization quickly. * Be able to proactively tackle issues, gather information, be analytical and solution focused. * Ability to prioritize and plan ahead accordingly, with a structured approach to delivery projects and day-to-day activities. * Relevant experience working in the Quarrying industry would be highly advantageous. Why join Aggregate Industries? While you help us become a leader in innovative and sustainable construction solutions, we promise to help you grow in a dynamic working environment that offers attractive working conditions and encourages personal and professional development. We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age