Planning Consultant for Science and Industry Museum Masterplan, Manchester

The Science and Industry Museum in Manchester is seeking a Planning Consultant to provide strategic planning advice for a comprehensive masterplan covering the entire site. The role focuses on developing site-wide planning strategy rather than individual planning applications, which will be handled by separate project teams. Key responsibilities include: advising on the strategic planning approach for the masterplan programme; coordinating with Manchester City Council Planning department to ensure smooth approvals and a coherent planning strategy; collaborating with lead design organisations throughout the programme; and providing ongoing planning advice on any queries that arise during the contract term. The consultant will play a crucial intermediary role between the museum's development programme and local planning authorities to ensure all projects align with an overarching planning vision.