Land & Consents Manager

Land and Consent Manager – HS2 Project 

Location: London 

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent 

Role Overview:

As a Land and Consent Manager on the HS2 project, you will be responsible for securing and managing the necessary land access, statutory consents, and third-party approvals required to support the delivery of HS2 infrastructure. You will work closely with internal teams, local authorities, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with the HS2 Act and other relevant legislation. 

• Lead the planning and coordination of land access and consent strategies across designated project areas. 

• Manage the interface with local authorities, statutory bodies, and landowners to secure necessary consents and permissions. 

• Ensure compliance with the HS2 Phase 1 Act and other applicable legal and environmental frameworks. 

• Maintain accurate records of land access agreements, consent applications, and approvals. 

• Support construction and engineering teams by ensuring timely access to land and resolution of consent-related issues. 

• Coordinate with environmental, planning, and legal teams to mitigate risks and delays. 

• Represent the project in public consultations, hearings, and stakeholder meetings as required. 

• Monitor and report on consent status, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior management. 

• Required Qualifications & Experience: 

• Degree in Land Management, Planning, Environmental Science, Law, or a related field. 

• Proven experience in land access, planning consents, or infrastructure delivery (preferably in rail or large-scale civil engineering projects). 

• Strong understanding of UK planning and environmental legislation. 

• Experience working with local authorities, statutory undertakers, and regulatory bodies. 

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. 

• Ability to interpret legal and technical documentation. 

• Familiarity with the HS2 Act and Development Consent Order (DCO) processes is highly desirable. 

• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS, RTPI, IEMA). 

• Experience with GIS and land referencing systems. 

• Knowledge of compulsory purchase processes and land acquisition strategies.