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Principal Planner – Cambridge
Cambridgeshire, East Anglia
Tarson works with planning consultancies, developers, housebuilders and local authorities across the UK. We regularly support employers hiring for Principal Planner roles in the Cambridge area, where demand remains strong across strategic development, mixed‑use regeneration, residential growth corridors and major infrastructure.
Principal Planner responsibilities typically include leading complex planning applications, preparing detailed planning statements, managing client relationships, coordinating multi‑disciplinary consultant teams, advising on development strategy, supporting appeals, and contributing to Local Plan promotion. Cambridge‑based roles often involve large‑scale urban extensions, science and research campus development, heritage considerations, transport‑led growth and strategic housing delivery.
If you are an experienced planning professional seeking progression, greater project responsibility or a move into consultancy, development or local government, Tarson can connect you with employers actively hiring in the Cambridge market. Submit your CV to be considered for upcoming opportunities.
Job Details
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Employer
Tarson Limited -
Location
Cambridgeshire, East Anglia -
Salary
£50,000 – £60,000 DOE -
Contract Type
Full time, Hybrid, Permanent -
Job Level
Planner / Planning Officer -
Reference
TPA043 -
Function
Town Planning -
Sector
Private Consultancy -
Specialism
Consultancy, Development Management, Planning & Development