Overview
Due to continuing success and major project wins, SLR Consulting is seeking to grow its DCO planning and consent management team with the appointment of a DCO Consents Management Consultant. We are working on the delivery of some of the most significant energy transition projects in the UK. This is an opportunity to join major projects early in the process and have an influential role in their delivery. You will join an experienced Major Projects team based within the Planning and EIA function of the business delivering large energy infrastructure projects, particularly linear infrastructure, such as electrical cables, transmission lines and hydrogen pipelines. We are looking to make appointments for projects starting in October 2025.
Responsibilities
* Provide specialist consent support and develop and execute consenting strategies for major energy transition infrastructure projects;
* Support with client and partner communications for projects;
* Identify and escalate key risks, decisions and issues to the Project Manager, DCO Consent Manager and client with recommendations for how they can be managed;
* Take responsibility for the quality and delivery of assigned DCO consent deliverables;
* Interface with project stakeholders including engineers, land agents, consultation specialists and lawyers;
* Develop relationships with external project stakeholders, such as local planning authorities, Planning Inspectorate, and key statutory consultees.
Benefits
Company pension plus excellent healthcare offering, travel and life insurance and a structured career framework with regular reviews offering outstanding opportunities for progression. Alongside 25 days' annual leave, with additional flexible bank holidays, we offer flexible, agile and hybrid working which enables staff to tailor hours worked around core hours, with family friendly policies to help balance the needs of professional and home life.
About you
You will have gained experience of working on and managing consenting aspects on major NSIP projects, ideally on a linear project and within the Power sector.
Skills and Experience
* Experience of working on at least one large complex NSIP project;
* Developing knowledge and understanding of the DCO consenting regime, including national policy, the Planning Act and associated legislation, Planning Inspectorate advice and project case history;
* Evidence of being able to manage and develop client relationships;
* Experience of coordinating tasks with multidisciplinary teams;
* Experience of working with external stakeholders; and
* An eye for detail with an ability to deliver a wide spectrum of consenting documentation to a high standard for internal and client review.
About us
SLR is a global leader in environmental and advisory solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our 'one team' culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. Along with competitive salaries, our staff enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a
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