About this role

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.


Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.


Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.


We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
 

Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com

 

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Permit Controller to join our dynamic team in Stevenage. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for supporting the Capital Projects team in the management of contractor activities by issuing General and Supplemental Permit to work, and to support monitoring of contractors on projects.

  • To fulfil the role of General Permit Issuer, and Supplemental Permit Issuer as defined in VQD-SOP-005517
  • Fulfil responsibilities of the System modifier VQD-SOP-005106 Fire System Management Program communication of potential fire system impairment
  • To manage project EHS risks during project delivery (Demolition, construction)
  • To Provide support for EHS Audits
  • Contractor Competency assurance
  • Management of high-risk activities
  • To ensure area hand backs are satisfactory to standards
  • To collate and present H&S related statistical data
  • To support accident and incident investigations
  • To Engage with Local EHS Representatives
  • To Engage with Area Owners and notify of disruption, facilitate Gemba walks and area handover

Qualifications

  • CSCS card (White / Black)
  • SMSTS
  • NEBOSH Diploma
  • NEBOSH Certificate
  • Extensive Construction industry experience
  • Knowledge of CDM 2015

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. 

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.  

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. 

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ 

SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable. 

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SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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It is strictly against Turner & Townsend policy for candidates to pay any fee in relation to our recruitment process. No recruitment agency working with Turner & Townsend will ask candidates to pay a fee at any time. 

Any unsolicited resumes/CVs submitted through our website or to Turner & Townsend personal e-mail accounts, are considered property of Turner & Townsend and are not subject to payment of agency fees. In order to be an authorised Recruitment Agency/Search Firm for Turner & Townsend, there must be a formal written agreement in place and the agency must be invited, by the Recruitment Team, to submit candidates for review. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Permit Controller position at turnertownsend?
The salary for this Permit Controller role at turnertownsend is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Permit Controller position at turnertownsend located?
This Permit Controller role at turnertownsend is based in Stevenage, Stevenage, United Kingdom, United Kingdom, United Kingdom, gb. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Permit Controller role at turnertownsend full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Permit Controller role in the Real estate department at turnertownsend.
Which team or department does the Permit Controller at turnertownsend belong to?
This Permit Controller position is part of the Real estate department at turnertownsend. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Permit Controller position at turnertownsend?
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When was the Permit Controller job at turnertownsend posted?
This Permit Controller position at turnertownsend was posted on Jun 8, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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