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Development Consent Order (DCO) Manager, east retford
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east retford, United Kingdom
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Posted:
14.08.2025
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28.09.2025
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Job Description:
Job title: Development Consent Order (DCO) Manager
Location: Retford, Nottinghamshire / Hybrid (2-3 days per week)
Job Type: Temporary Contract
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Start Date: Immediate
Duration: 12-Month Contract | Potential for Extension or Permanent Opportunity
Pay Rate: Competitive
Are you a seasoned DCO professional ready to be at the heart of one of the UK's most ambitious clean energy infrastructure projects?
We're working with a major UK-based energy programme that's spearheading the future of nuclear fusion. As part of this groundbreaking initiative, we're searching for a Development Consent Order (DCO) Manager to join the programme team based in Nottinghamshire.
This role offers a unique opportunity to drive forward a nationally significant infrastructure development with lasting impact on the UK's net-zero goals.
?? Key Responsibilities:
DCO Application Management
* Lead the preparation and submission of Development Consent Order applications.
* Coordinate with legal, technical, and environmental teams to ensure timely and compliant document delivery.
Monitoring, Reporting & Governance
* Collaborate with the DCO Lead to monitor progress against the activity plan.
* Develop robust recovery plans when deviations occur.
* Prepare and deliver clear reporting for stakeholders at all levels, including Executive-level briefings.
Interface Management
* Serve as the key link between design, project planning, business development, communications, and external stakeholders.
* Maintain and manage interface and interdependency logs.
* Collaborate with supplier contract managers to ensure alignment with consultation timelines and DCO requirements.
Public Consultation & Stakeholder Engagement
* Design and implement consultation strategies in collaboration with advisors and communications teams.
* Handle stakeholder feedback, ensuring issues are addressed and documented.
* Ensure compliance with evolving legal and regulatory frameworks.
Planning Support (TCPA)
* Support wider Town and Country Planning Act (TCPA) activities outside the core DCO.
* Coordinate with agents and partner organisations as needed.
? What We're Looking For:
* 10+ years' experience in DCO or NSIP projects, ideally involving complex technical and stakeholder environments.
* Proven ability to manage interfaces across internal and external disciplines.
* Experience in consultation strategy, planning applications, and local planning authority engagement.
* Exceptional organisational, communication, and coordination skills.
* A university degree in a STEM discipline.
?? Why Join?
This is more than just a contract. It's a chance to shape the infrastructure that will power the UK's future. You'll work alongside global experts in energy, infrastructure, and regulation, and you'll play a central role in delivering an ambitious and vital programme.
?? Interested in this position? please click 'apply now'
We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Please note that applicants must live in the UK and have the right to work in the UK. VISA sponsorship is not provided.
This vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd acting as an employment business
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.
Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.
We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.
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