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WSP's Land team in Ireland is seeking an Associate Land Consultant to join our Naas based team.
This is an exciting opportunity based in our Naas office to become part of our multi-disciplinary service line within the WSP Land Team in the delivery of land referencing, land acquisition, land access, formal consents, statutory orders and compensation agreements and landowner management.
Our clients develop major highway, rail, energy and renewable infrastructure and projects all of which impact privately owned land.
You will work as part of a team of Land Consultants assisting in the liaison with landowners that may be affected by development, obtaining the appropriate consent, gaining access and where necessary compensating them for the impact caused by the scheme.
As part of our team you will support the delivery of land access and land acquisition projects through the identification of land ownership, consultation with landowners, undertaking property valuation, assessing and negotiating compensation, combining skills in GIS, data management and landowner engagement.
The role will also encompass working with our land negotiation teams across a variety of commercial, residential and agricultural properties.
A little more about your role…Lead a team of technical specialists to ensure successful delivery of projects on time, within budget and to high standardsBe a trusted advisor to clients (externally and internally) and manage relationshipsAdvise on land issues within Ireland and UK, including the relevant statutory processes to acquire land including CPO, Motorway Order, Vesting Order, Development Consent Order (DCO), Hybrid bill, Transport and Works Act Order (TWAO) etcSecure land rights for high profile, strategic infrastructure projects across Ireland and the UKLiaise with landowners, auctioneers, land agents, legal representatives, planning authorities, key stakeholders, contractors and clientsWork closely with the Land team and collaborate with engineering, environmental, and planning teamsLead on quality assurance of deliverables in relation to the identification of land interests and rights, negotiation of access to land for surveys, consents and acquisition of land rights for large scale development projects, as well as land acquisition and planning applications.Promote Land services and contribute to business development across the electricity, highway, rail, water, telecoms, gas and renewable energy sectorsSupport the sharing of knowledge and lessons across regions and projectsDevelop efficient working practices and promote innovation in the team to provide industry leading, best value services to our clientsEnsure that the team has the necessary skills and resources to deliver successful projects and grow the businessManage, motivate, mentor and develop staff and contribute to the delivery of the business strategySupport the writing of bids/tenders to secure opportunities from internal and external clientsLead delivery of training on technical topicsIreland and UK travelWhat we will be looking for you to demonstrate…Degree or equivalent experience in Agriculture, Land and Estate Management or a relevant disciplineExpertise in rural environment, property, communities and agricultural working practicesExperience working with multi-disciplinary teams across a range of sectors and locations across Ireland and the UKExperience of negotiating commercial terms with landowners and knowledge of the legal process for the acquisition of wayleaves and easementDemonstrable experience of reducing land risk for clients and advising them on land related matters throughout all stages of a project lifecycleProven track record of the development of Orders and/or acquisition of consents and interests in land, and knowledge of relevant legislationAbility to communicate effectively with strong influencing and negotiating skillsMotivated and able to work in a team and on own initiative, being able to work under pressure and deliver high quality outputsStrong landowner and public engagement skillsGood business and IT skillsExcellent adherence to quality assurance and good document management skillsA full drivers' licence is essentialImagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact.
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