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Planning & Consents Lead – Energy & Infrastructure Consulting (UK Based)

Are you a commercially astute and experienced Planning & Consents expert looking to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving energy sector? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, providing leadership and strategic direction on critical infrastructure projects? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our growing UK operations base as a Planning & Consents Lead within our US-based Energy & Infrastructure Consulting (EIC) Division.

Description

Planning & Consents Lead – Energy & Infrastructure Consulting (UK Based)

Are you a commercially astute and experienced Planning & Consents expert looking to make a significant impact in the rapidly evolving energy sector? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, providing leadership and strategic direction on critical infrastructure projects? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join our growing UK operations base as a Planning & Consents Lead within our US-based Energy & Infrastructure Consulting (EIC) Division.

As a key member of our team, you will steer the review of planning and consents within technical due diligence scopes across a diverse range of energy projects. You will mentor colleagues, support vital technical reviews for project transactions, and play an integral role in both project delivery and bid pursuits. This is a unique chance to help establish our presence in the UK market and represent our organization at both domestic and international industry events.

Location: Ideally located near Glasgow, Edinburgh, or London, however, strong remote candidates within the UK will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide independent analysis and develop actionable recommendations regarding planning and consents for energy projects.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regional and national planning and consents processes within the UK energy sector.
• Leverage your strong understanding of the UK's planning and consent process and practical experience in renewable energy land agreements. Familiarity with European regimes is a plus.
• Combine technical expertise with commercial understanding to deliver well-documented and actionable recommendations.
• Produce high-quality reports and presentations, consistently meeting challenging deadlines.
• Develop robust response templates for tenders and prequalification questionnaires.
• Effectively manage multiple priorities and meet demanding deadlines.
• Provide clear direction and ongoing mentorship to team members, fostering strong collaboration with other managers.
• Exhibit strong leadership, management, and communication skills to build positive team rapport.
• Support and engage with colleagues at all levels, promoting a collaborative working environment.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders, including internal teams, customers, and industry partners.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure successful project completion.
• Collaborate effectively with both internal and external partners to ensure timely delivery of high-quality work products.
• Adhere to and promote all Company policies and procedures, including Health & Safety and Equality policies.
• Conduct yourself in alignment with our Corporate Company Values and Business Ethics.
  
  
  

• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of local and national UK planning processes.
• Proven success as a senior member of a development team within renewable energy projects or related infrastructure, with significant experience in the wider energy market.
• Analytical and entrepreneurial mindset with strong leadership and strategic thinking abilities.
• Flexibility and willingness to travel across the UK (primarily) and internationally (periodically).
• Demonstrable experience in delivering high-quality consulting services across projects such as utility-scale solar PV, onshore wind, offshore wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), or green hydrogen projects.
• Familiarity with working in environments requiring rapid and high-caliber consulting support.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Strong leadership, management, and communication skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong collaboration and team-working abilities.
• High level of emotional intelligence and ability to navigate complex organizational landscapes.
  
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Environmental, or a technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Recognized industry expertise in local and UK national planning and consenting processes.
• Familiarity with other European nations’ planning and consent regimes is advantageous.
• Experience as a technical consultant within the renewable energy sector is a strong advantage.
• A broad and versatile technical background.
• Prior experience in renewable energy project consenting is beneficial.
  
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Software Development

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